The Tissington Trail Marathon
1 race scheduled · 500 participants · Sun 21st Nov 2021 · Ashbourne
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£35.00 - £37.00Free injury protection
About this event
Test yourself in the scenic Derbyshire countryside with this picturesque trail marathon. Surrounded by beautiful countryside, the traffic-free trail is ideal for a cracking marathon. Come for the finisher's medal or some epic views.
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We are a specialist race management company, organising more than 140 races across the UK each year. We offer everything from small community events to larger races organised on behalf of running clubs, charities, local authorities and private companies.
How to enter
Tickets available until Fri Nov 19 2021
What's included:
- Quality bespoke medal
- Drawstring bag – packed with goodies
- Technical t-shirt
- Well stocked aid stations
- Marshalled course
- First aid on-site
- Distance marked
Marathon
8:00am Sun 21st Nov 2021
Run 26.2mi
£35.00 - £37.00
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4.911 reviews
HM
Harvey M-S5.0
Did the Marathon in 2019
Frequently asked questions
Is there medical aid on-site at the The Tissington Trail Marathon?
There will be private medical services, should they be required, on the day of the event.… read moreAre baggage storage facilities and toilets available at the The Tissington Trail Marathon?
There will be a bag drop area available on the day as well as toilets on-site.… read moreWhere can I access my race time from the The Tissington Trail Marathon?
Results will be uploaded to the the Nice Work's website after the event, and emailed to participants with registered emails.… read moreYou may also like
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Route description
Route description
This event regularly features in Runner's World top 10 UK trail races and in 2019 was named a Top 10 Finalist for the Best Marathon in the UK at the Let's Do This Challenge Awards.
The Tissington Trail was once a railway line connecting Asbourne to Buxton and it runs for 13 miles from Parsley Hay to Ashbourne through beautiful rural surroundings.
This is an out and back route, with the last half of the race all being slightly downhill.
While the course is traffic-free, please remain vigilant of any other members of the public who are using the trail.
HM
Harvey M-S5.0
Did the Marathon in 2019Nicest marathon course I've done, and a lovely atmosphere. Organisation and communication from the organisers were great. Medal and tshirt were also among favourites I've picked up!
As with all Niceworks events, the Tissington trail marathon didn’t disappoint, excellent organisation, a wonderful course, fab Marshall’s and a lovely bespoke medal and T-shirt, definitely back next year
MA
Mark A swift5.0
Did the Marathon in 2019
My wife Jilly and I completed a couch to 5K Beginners Course with Caistor Running Club in May 2018. As both of us are in our 60’s we decided early on that we weren’t really interested in the pursuit of personal bests so agreed to just try and run whatever distance the race or run was without stopping or walking till we finished. Gradually building up our distances we saw the Tissington Marathon just before Christmas and knowing the trail from cycling part of it 30 years ago decided it would be our best chance to run a marathon so entered it. <br />It was easy to register on the day and walk up to the start line. We were pleased that it wasn’t a huge field of runners for our first one and after an efficient briefing from the starter we set off. It was very good to know that we would be running all the way without having to worry about cars. As the field spread out there were many occasions where you could just hear woodpeckers and other birds. <br />The regularly placed and well stocked water stations were staffed by very friendly and encouraging volunteers. I particularly enjoyed the Jaffa cakes! <br />I reached the half way point before Jilly and passed her at Mile 12 for her and Mile 14 for me and she was going really strong. <br />On the return journey the mile markers were very easy to see and the water stations still had lots of goodies even by the time us slowies got to them. <br />I did finish without stopping in an admittedly slow time of 5hours 11minutes but there were still people to cheer me home. I was so thrilled to finish and receive the terrific ‘proper’ medal and tee shirt. That was until I turned round and say Jilly standing at the finish and for a moment couldn’t work out how she had got in front of me until I saw the bandage around her head and that she wasn’t wearing her glasses. She had unfortunately fallen over at mile 14 and her glasses had cut her head quite badly but she had been promptly attended to by the excellent first aiders on the course and fully checked out and taken to the finish. We can’t thank them enough for the help they gave Jilly who was also helped by a marshal who stayed with her till medical help arrived. <br />As the trail was open to the public there were many walkers and cyclists who gave all the runners encouragement to keep going and helped the friendly ethos of the event. The whole event was well managed but with the minimum disruption to other trail users and provided a safe environment for runners of all abilities even first timers like us. <br />We will be entering next years marathon and have places already booked on the half marathon in September. We can heartily recommend it to anyone and congratulate the organisers on doing such a marvellous job. <br />By the way Jilly managed to complete her first marathon three weeks later. <br />Thanks guys!<br />Derek and Jilly Commander
KH
Katherine H 4.7
Did the Marathon in 2019
My first marathon, spot on organisation, relaxed atmosphere, brilliant weather, superb course, great marshals, couldn’t be better for 1st time 😀👍
Great marathon - fun and fast. Out and back along an old railway track, cutting through rolling hills. The track is slightly uphill to the halfway point - and therefore a welcome downward incline on the way back. Through woods, old cuttings with plenty of water and jelly baby stops. Friendly encouragement all round - from spectators, walkers en route and fellow runners. Great race for first time trail runners and those chasing a time, and anyone who loves running away from roads. Would definitely do it again
Probably the best Marathon route and Event organisers in the UK,a privilege and delight to race on this beautiful disused railway line/trail in the Derbyshire countryside. All the Nice Work team excelled on the day and provided an unforgettable running experience. This was the first Marathon on the Tissington Trail and my first Marathon too, cant wait for the next one. I suggest they consider a different date so it doesnt clash with the London Marathon.
Great, yet challenging trail run in beautiful scenery. The 12.5miles of climb take their toll and you can clearly see the climb ahead of you... yet when you turn back you dont feel again of the gain from the descent, so its a deceptive route. Its a run Id recommend to anyone but not one Id enter for a second time.
Excellent event, beautiful trail with scenery to match. Aid stations approx every 3 hours and the guys/girls manning them were great, very supportive (even when reminded ONLY 3 Parkruns left) water, coke, jaffa cakes and sweets at the majority of stations, the coke was very welcome. Medal & T shirt both great and the goody bag was much better than expected. Fuelled me home to perfection during a 2 hr drive. Can't praise this event enough, 2nd Nice Work event & both have been great... Nice work guys
4.911 reviews
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Logistics and schedule
**Schedule:
**
08:00 Start line opens
10:00 Start line closes
Runners will be allocated a start time between 8am and 10am which will be communicated to them before the event.
Please arrive at least 45 mins before the race start time so that you have enough time to both register and prep for the race start.
Race packs will be sent to participants ahead of the event.
Spectators
Spectators can base themselves at the start and finish line and cheer on the runners at the two most crucial points of the race.
Volunteers
Volunteers are a focal point of all Nice Work events. As such, they are always on the look-out for more helping hands.
If you're interested in signing up then follow the link here:
https://lets-do-this.typeform.com/to/jcfjO1LA#eventid=161816
How to get there
Ashbourne Leisure Centre, Clifton Rd, Ashbourne DE6 1DR, UK
Get directionsAddress: Ashbourne Leisure Centre, Ashbourne, Derbyshire DE6 1AA
Car: There is plenty of car parking in Ashbourne Town Centre and there is also a small car park at the Leisure Centre – please remember to pay the appropriate charge. Please also remember to follow directions to Ashbourne Leisure Centre for Race HQ (not the race start).
Bus: There are bus services available from Derby to Ashbourne Leisure Centre.
Frequently asked questions
Is there medical aid on-site at the The Tissington Trail Marathon?
There will be private medical services, should they be required, on the day of the event.Are baggage storage facilities and toilets available at the The Tissington Trail Marathon?
There will be a bag drop area available on the day as well as toilets on-site.Where can I access my race time from the The Tissington Trail Marathon?
Results will be uploaded to the the Nice Work's website after the event, and emailed to participants with registered emails.Booking related questionsDo you have a question about bookings, cancellations, or refunds?
Route description
Route description
This event regularly features in Runner's World top 10 UK trail races and in 2019 was named a Top 10 Finalist for the Best Marathon in the UK at the Let's Do This Challenge Awards.
The Tissington Trail was once a railway line connecting Asbourne to Buxton and it runs for 13 miles from Parsley Hay to Ashbourne through beautiful rural surroundings.
This is an out and back route, with the last half of the race all being slightly downhill.
While the course is traffic-free, please remain vigilant of any other members of the public who are using the trail.
HM
Harvey M-S5.0
Did the Marathon in 2019Nicest marathon course I've done, and a lovely atmosphere. Organisation and communication from the organisers were great. Medal and tshirt were also among favourites I've picked up!
As with all Niceworks events, the Tissington trail marathon didn’t disappoint, excellent organisation, a wonderful course, fab Marshall’s and a lovely bespoke medal and T-shirt, definitely back next year
MA
Mark A swift5.0
Did the Marathon in 2019My wife Jilly and I completed a couch to 5K Beginners Course with Caistor Running Club in May 2018. As both of us are in our 60’s we decided early on that we weren’t really interested in the pursuit of personal bests so agreed to just try and run whatever distance the race or run was without stopping or walking till we finished. Gradually building up our distances we saw the Tissington Marathon just before Christmas and knowing the trail from cycling part of it 30 years ago decided it would be our best chance to run a marathon so entered it. <br />It was easy to register on the day and walk up to the start line. We were pleased that it wasn’t a huge field of runners for our first one and after an efficient briefing from the starter we set off. It was very good to know that we would be running all the way without having to worry about cars. As the field spread out there were many occasions where you could just hear woodpeckers and other birds. <br />The regularly placed and well stocked water stations were staffed by very friendly and encouraging volunteers. I particularly enjoyed the Jaffa cakes! <br />I reached the half way point before Jilly and passed her at Mile 12 for her and Mile 14 for me and she was going really strong. <br />On the return journey the mile markers were very easy to see and the water stations still had lots of goodies even by the time us slowies got to them. <br />I did finish without stopping in an admittedly slow time of 5hours 11minutes but there were still people to cheer me home. I was so thrilled to finish and receive the terrific ‘proper’ medal and tee shirt. That was until I turned round and say Jilly standing at the finish and for a moment couldn’t work out how she had got in front of me until I saw the bandage around her head and that she wasn’t wearing her glasses. She had unfortunately fallen over at mile 14 and her glasses had cut her head quite badly but she had been promptly attended to by the excellent first aiders on the course and fully checked out and taken to the finish. We can’t thank them enough for the help they gave Jilly who was also helped by a marshal who stayed with her till medical help arrived. <br />As the trail was open to the public there were many walkers and cyclists who gave all the runners encouragement to keep going and helped the friendly ethos of the event. The whole event was well managed but with the minimum disruption to other trail users and provided a safe environment for runners of all abilities even first timers like us. <br />We will be entering next years marathon and have places already booked on the half marathon in September. We can heartily recommend it to anyone and congratulate the organisers on doing such a marvellous job. <br />By the way Jilly managed to complete her first marathon three weeks later. <br />Thanks guys!<br />Derek and Jilly Commander
KH
Katherine H 4.7
Did the Marathon in 2019My first marathon, spot on organisation, relaxed atmosphere, brilliant weather, superb course, great marshals, couldn’t be better for 1st time 😀👍
Great marathon - fun and fast. Out and back along an old railway track, cutting through rolling hills. The track is slightly uphill to the halfway point - and therefore a welcome downward incline on the way back. Through woods, old cuttings with plenty of water and jelly baby stops. Friendly encouragement all round - from spectators, walkers en route and fellow runners. Great race for first time trail runners and those chasing a time, and anyone who loves running away from roads. Would definitely do it again
Probably the best Marathon route and Event organisers in the UK,a privilege and delight to race on this beautiful disused railway line/trail in the Derbyshire countryside. All the Nice Work team excelled on the day and provided an unforgettable running experience. This was the first Marathon on the Tissington Trail and my first Marathon too, cant wait for the next one. I suggest they consider a different date so it doesnt clash with the London Marathon.
Great, yet challenging trail run in beautiful scenery. The 12.5miles of climb take their toll and you can clearly see the climb ahead of you... yet when you turn back you dont feel again of the gain from the descent, so its a deceptive route. Its a run Id recommend to anyone but not one Id enter for a second time.
Excellent event, beautiful trail with scenery to match. Aid stations approx every 3 hours and the guys/girls manning them were great, very supportive (even when reminded ONLY 3 Parkruns left) water, coke, jaffa cakes and sweets at the majority of stations, the coke was very welcome. Medal & T shirt both great and the goody bag was much better than expected. Fuelled me home to perfection during a 2 hr drive. Can't praise this event enough, 2nd Nice Work event & both have been great... Nice work guys
4.911 reviews
Rate this event
Logistics and schedule
**Schedule:
**
08:00 Start line opens
10:00 Start line closes
Runners will be allocated a start time between 8am and 10am which will be communicated to them before the event.
Please arrive at least 45 mins before the race start time so that you have enough time to both register and prep for the race start.
Race packs will be sent to participants ahead of the event.
Spectators
Spectators can base themselves at the start and finish line and cheer on the runners at the two most crucial points of the race.
Volunteers
Volunteers are a focal point of all Nice Work events. As such, they are always on the look-out for more helping hands.
If you're interested in signing up then follow the link here:
https://lets-do-this.typeform.com/to/jcfjO1LA#eventid=161816
How to get there
Ashbourne Leisure Centre, Clifton Rd, Ashbourne DE6 1DR, UK
Get directionsAddress: Ashbourne Leisure Centre, Ashbourne, Derbyshire DE6 1AA
Car: There is plenty of car parking in Ashbourne Town Centre and there is also a small car park at the Leisure Centre – please remember to pay the appropriate charge. Please also remember to follow directions to Ashbourne Leisure Centre for Race HQ (not the race start).
Bus: There are bus services available from Derby to Ashbourne Leisure Centre.
Frequently asked questions
Is there medical aid on-site at the The Tissington Trail Marathon?
There will be private medical services, should they be required, on the day of the event.Are baggage storage facilities and toilets available at the The Tissington Trail Marathon?
There will be a bag drop area available on the day as well as toilets on-site.Where can I access my race time from the The Tissington Trail Marathon?
Results will be uploaded to the the Nice Work's website after the event, and emailed to participants with registered emails.Booking related questionsDo you have a question about bookings, cancellations, or refunds?
£35.00 - £37.00Free injury protection