The Ashbourne Half Marathon

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Enjoy a beautiful half marathon into the Peak District and Dove Dale. The friendly and welcoming atmosphere makes this event designed for runners of all abilities, but come prepared for some challenging hills. If the half's not quite your speed, sign up for the 5k Run in the Park on the day.
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Half Marathon and 5k Run in the Park
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Calendar
9:30am Sun 2nd Jul 2023 - 9:40am Sun 2nd Jul 2023
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Ashbourne, United Kingdom
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4.7
(63 Reviews)
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Where and when
Location
17 Cokayne Ave, Ashbourne DE6 1EJ, UK
Start times
9:30am Sun 2nd Jul 2023
Half Marathon:
9:30am
9:40am Sun 2nd Jul 2023
5k Run in the Park:
9:40am
Event summary
Here are the distances available for The Ashbourne Half Marathon
Half Marathon
Distance
13.1mi
£23 - £25
5k Run in the Park
Distance
5km
Route information
Terrain: Mixed (track, tarmac, grass)
Elevation: Undulating
Route Type: Loop
The course will take you through the fabulous Derbyshire Dales scenery so beloved by Jane Austen and back to the historic market town of Ashbourne.
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What's included
  • Marshalled Course
  • First Aid
  • Chip-timed results
  • Prizes for race winners
  • Toilets
  • Refreshments
  • Bag Drop
  • Optional mug as a memento (for £5)
Train
How to get there
17 Cokayne Ave, Ashbourne DE6 1EJ, UK
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By Train
Ashbourne railway station is a short 7 minute walk from the start location (Ashbourne Recreation Ground).
Event day logistics
08:30 Registration opens
09:15 Walk to the start line on Market Place
09:30 Half Marathon starts
09:40 5k Run in the Park starts
*Please ensure that you arrive at least 30 minutes before the start of the race in order to complete the registration process and drop your bags.
Age Restrictions
All entrants must be aged 17 and over in order to enter the half marathon.
Race Packs
Entrants who have entered in good time will have their race packs sent in the post 10 days before event day.
Those who have entered in the 10 days before race day will collect their race pack at registration on the day of the event.
If your race pack hasn’t arrived, head to the registration desk at race HQ and you can be issued with a new one.
A full set of race instructions will be sent via email before the event.
Aid Stations
Water will be provided on the route but in an effort to reduce waste, disposable cups will not be provided. Please remember to bring a reusable cup or bottle.
Bag Drop
There will be a bag drop area at registration for you to leave your essential items. Please note that everything is left at its own risk.
5k Run in the Park
This family-friendly run will start shortly after the half marathon and you'll be able to sign up for it on the day.
FAQs
How old do I have to be to enter the Ashbourne Half Marathon?
All entrants must be aged 17 and over in order to enter this event.
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What time does the Ashbourne Half Marathon start?
The Ashbourne Half Marathon will start at 09:30am.
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What is the nearest train station to the Ashbourne Half Marathon meeting point?
Ashbourne railway station is a short 7 minute walk from the start location (Ashbourne Recreation Ground).
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How do I sign up for the 5k Run in the Park?
All entries for the 5k Run in the Park will be on the day.
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Reviews
4.7
63 reviews
kevin
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3.0
Did the race in 2022
The course needed more water stations. It was a hot day.I hated the fact we had to carry cups.
edward
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4.3
Did the race in 2022
Great course, couple of nice hills during it and excellent views. Nice to go through the railway tunnel at end.
christopher
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5.0
Did the race in 2022
I think that cups of water should be available at the water points. If the run was on a warmer day then a few runners would have been in trouble.
jack
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5.0
Did the race in 2022
Tough course, fantastically marshalled the whole way, good atmosphere from start to finish
donna
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4.7
Did the race in 2022
Lovely run!
tony
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5.0
Did the race in 2022
Really well organised event, friendly atmosphere and challenging course, with great views.
nathalie
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5.0
Did the race in 2022
What a lovely and challenging race! This will for sure be one to remember. Everyone was so friendly and helpful. The scenery was breathtaking, and I was tempted to stop and pet farm animals on the route. 10/10 would recommend.
piotr
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5.0
Did the race in 2022
My third start in Ashbourne half. And my worst time.... over 2 hrs. I wasn't well prepared. But this year half I will remember as the best one. Organisation best ever. Good idea with own cups for water. Peak District is our treasure. And At the end great part through the tunnel. Marshalls at crossings/crossroads were amazing. Definitely will come back next year with friends
jennifer
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4.7
Did the race in 2022
Beautiful route with happy marshals.
natalie
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4.3
Did the race in 2022
We’ll organises event. Marshals did an excellent job controlling the traffic
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8th Floor, Orion House, 5 Upper St Martins Lane,

London, WC2H 9EA

Reg number 10083277

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