Running Events in the Peak District
From weekly timed runs and trail races to classic fell events, the area around Callow Top is a brilliant playground for runners of all abilities.
Race weekends from a countryside base
If you are planning to make the most of your stay in the Peak District, the area around Callow Top is not just stunning countryside. It offers an unbeatable mix of challenge, scenery and community spirit for runners.
Staying here puts you close to trail and fell race start lines, and minutes from scenic routes, cosy pubs and somewhere restful to recover afterwards.
- Ashbourne Parkrun is a free 5k every Saturday morning
- The Tissington Trail is traffic free and runs close to the park
- Trail, off-road and fell terrain all within easy reach
- Walks and runs straight from the site
Where to run
A mix of weekly 5k, long distance trail and proper fell racing, all close by.
Every Saturday
Ashbourne Parkrun
A free, friendly 5k held every Saturday morning, a short drive from the park. Perfect for a holiday warm-up or an easy recovery run.
From the gate
Tissington Trail races
The trail regularly hosts a marathon and a half marathon that draw runners from across the UK, on traffic-free paths with classic Peak views.
15 min drive
Carsington Water
Half marathons and 10k challenges with reservoir and countryside backdrops, good for racing or just for the experience.
Off-road
The Dovedale Dash
A beloved off-road cross-country race winding through the Dovedale valley, which often attracts over a thousand runners a year.
Fell running
Hills and inclines
The rolling hills give classic fell terrain. The Wirksworth Incline and the Carsington Hill Race both test strength and stamina with steep climbs.
On the doorstep
Everyday routes
Outside race weekends there are miles of footpaths and traffic-free trail straight from the site.
Base yourself here
Camping, touring and self-catering minutes from the start lines.