Trail Races
Sign up for a Peaks and Dales trail race that celebrate the unique countryside of Derbyshire and the Peak District. From short self-navigated trail runs to half marathons and beyond, each race route is carefully designed to take you through the most scenic and runnable trails in the region. Explore hidden forest tracks, windswept moorlands, and undulating ridgelines on routes that challenge your legs and reward you with incredible views. Check out the events below and find your next trail adventure.
The Drone Valley Trail Half Marathon
Date: Saturday 10th October 2026
Time: 10am
Location: Drone Valley Brewery, S18 4AB
Price: £23 UKA affiliated, £25 unaffiliated (Early Bird Prices until Sunday August 2nd)
Join us for the second edition of the Drone Valley Trail Half Marathon, a 13.1-mile race through the stunning Derbyshire countryside. Starting and finishing at the Drone Valley Brewery in Unstone, this trail race takes you on a varied route of forests, fields, hills, and riverside paths — the perfect challenge for anyone training towards their first trail marathon or just looking for a fun challenge. Free pint of beer and a medal at the finish line!
The Dales Dash
Date: Saturday 12th December 2026
Time: 9am
Location: Great Longstone Village Hall, DE45 1TB
Price: £5 UKA affiliated, £7 unaffiliated
The Dales Dash is a 6-mile trail race taking place in the Peak District National Park, starting and finishing in the picturesque village of Great Longstone. The route follows the historic Monsal Trail through its old railway tunnels and across the iconic Monsal Viaduct, before winding through Monsal and Cressbrook Dales, with a mixture of flowing trails, woodland, open farmland and some challenging climbs. A scenic and varied route with plenty of spectacular Peak District views along the way.