The Tissington Trail January Half Marathon & 10K Weekend is a popular winter trail running event in the Derbyshire Dales. Organised by Nice Work, it’s held over two days with options to run a Half Marathon or 10K on Saturday and Sunday. The event follows the traffic-free Tissington Trail, a former railway line, offering gentle gradients, scenic countryside views and a friendly race-day atmosphere.

Key Details

• Dates & Times:

  • Saturday, 24 January 2026 — 10:00 AM start

  • Sunday, 25 January 2026 — 10:00 AM start

• Location: Ashbourne, Derbyshire — start/finish near Mappleton Road with the event HQ at Ashbourne Leisure Centre (Clifton Road, DE6 1DR)

• Event Types: Trail running — Half Marathon (13.1 mi / ~21.1 km) and 10 km on both days

• Organiser: Nice Work

Race Description

Runners follow an out-and-back route along the old Tissington Trail railway path from Ashbourne toward Buxton. The path is traffic-free, with a gentle uphill on the outbound leg and a slight downhill on the return, making strong finish times possible while showcasing views over the Peak District countryside. Entrants can choose to race on one or both days, selecting either the Half Marathon or 10K each day.

What’s Included

• Bespoke finishers’ medal for all competitors.

• Official chip timing and accurate results.

• Free race photographs for participants.

• Trophies and prizes for leading runners in categories.

• Traffic-free trail route with way-markers and marshals.

Additional Information

• The trail surface is mixed and may be uneven; trail or road-trail shoes are recommended.

• The Half Marathon is open to runners aged 17+, and the 10K to runners aged 15+.

• Parking is available around Ashbourne with easy access to the event HQ and start line.

• The event is known to sell out, so early registration is advised.