Derby Running Festival 5k, 10k & Half Marathon August 2025
Sun, Aug 2, 2026
Elvaston Castle, Derby
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Derby Running Festival 5k, 10k & Half Marathon August 2025
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Run the stunning gardens and grounds of Elvaston Castle Country Park in the Derby Running Festival. This Grade II listed castle and gardens will be a brilliant backdrop for a fun and inclusive running festival for all abilities and ages. Come for a scenic run and bespoke finisher's medal.
Group of 6 Booking, 5k, Half Marathon, and 4 more
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Sun, Aug 2, 2026
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Derby, United Kingdom
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Where and when
Location
Elvaston Castle, Derby DE72 3EP, UK
Start times
Sunday, Aug 2, 2026
Group of 6 Booking: TBC5k: 9:00 AMHalf Marathon: 9:00 AMHalf Marathon Inc T-shirt (+ £12): 9:00 AM10k: 9:30 AM10K Inc T-shirt (+£12): 9:30 AM5k Inc T-shirt (+£12): 9:45 AM
Event summary
Here are the distances available for Derby Running Festival 5k, 10k & Half Marathon August 2025
5k
5km
1 Loop
£26
5k Inc T-shirt (+£12)
5km
1 Loop
£38
10k
10km
2 Loops
£28
10K Inc T-shirt (+£12)
10km
2 Loops
£40
5k
5km
1 Loop
£26
5k Inc T-shirt (+£12)
5km
1 Loop
£38
10k
10km
2 Loops
£28
10K Inc T-shirt (+£12)
10km
2 Loops
£40
Route information
Come and join us at the Derby Running Festival at Elvaston Castle Country Park! We’d love you to join us for our fourth year of the 5k, 10k and Half Marathon Running Festival around the grounds of Elvaston Castle Country Park.
The course follows a flat multi-terrain route on a mixture of trail, tarmac and footpaths, going through the castle’s grade II listed grounds, past the iconic hall and the famous Golden Gates.
This Run Britain/UKA licensed, officially measured race is open to runners of all abilities.
Course Details & Maps
Elevation - 37m | Laps - 4 + One short out-and-back | Terrain - Trail / Tarmac / Footpath
Elevation - 18m | Laps - 2 | Terrain - Trail / Tarmac / Footpath
Elevation - 9m | Laps - 2 | Terrain - Trail / Tarmac / Footpath
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What's included
- Post-race goodies
- Finisher's medal
- Chip timing
- Free race photos
- Toilets
- Fully marked and marshalled course
How to get there
Elvaston Castle, Derby DE72 3EP, UK
Get full directionsPARKING/TRAVEL
There is a car park available on-site.
By Car
Elvaston Castle is 5 miles from Derby city centre and about 12 miles from Nottingham and easily accessible via the B5010 from the A6 and A52.
Event day logistics
09:00 am - Half Marathon starts
09:30 am - 10k starts
09:45 am - 5k starts
12:30 pm - Race End
CUT-OFF TIME
Please note there is a 4 hour cut off for this race.
MINIMUM AGES
Half Marathon - 17 years old
10K - 15 years old
5K - 11 years old
BAGGAGE
We will have a secure marquee area located within the event village, where you can leave your baggage. We recommend you bring as little baggage as possible. Your baggage tag is attached to your race number simply tear it off and secure it to your bag. When collecting your bag after the race, just show your race number to the baggage team and they will assist you in finding it.
TOILETS
There will be portable toilets available within the event village.
REFRESHMENTS
There will be water provided on each lap of the course, and there will also be water available at the finish along with your post race goodies and medal. We recommend staying hydrated in the lead up to the event.
RESULTS
Results will be available here immediately after the race.
PICTURES
We will have an official photographer at the event, please check out our photos page after the race.
SOCIAL MEDIA
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FAQs
Where can I find my results from the Derby Running Festival?
Results will be posted on RunThrough's website after the event.
When will I get my race pack for the Derby Running Festival?
All race packs will be collected from the registration tent on the morning of the running festival. Please make sure your arrive with enough time to collect your race pack.
Are there any age restrictions for the Derby Running Festival?
Yes, runners for the Half Marathon must be at least 17 or older, for the 10k at least 15 or older and for the 5k at least 11 or older.
Where can I find my photos for the Derby Running Festival?
All photos will be posted to the photos section of the RunThrough website after the race.
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