Amberaid 30 Trail Race and Petit Raid
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Amberaid 30 Trail Race and Petit Raid
Amberaid is a long distance trail event based at Ashover Village Hall in the Amber Valley, Derbyshire, near the eastern edge of the Peak District. It offers two route options.
- 31 miles Amberaid 30, a figure of eight through rural paths and trails
- 20 miles Petit Raid, the northern loop of the Amberaid
The terrain is undulating countryside with woodland trails, climbs and descents. The route is largely unmarked; route notes and GPX files are provided. Participants are advised to carry a paper map as backup.
Checkpoints and support are provided along the route. Every checkpoint supplies water; CP1, CP2 and CP4 also provide food. Checkpoint locations by mile are CP1 Tupton at 7 miles, CP2 Wessington at 13.5 miles, CP3 Fritchley at 20 miles (Amberaid only) and CP4 Wessington at 25.5 miles (Amberaid only).
Entries open 12 October 2025 and close 9 October 2026. Entry fees are: Petit Raid £30 affiliated, £32 non affiliated; Amberaid 30 £36 affiliated, £38 non affiliated. Minimum age is 18 years or older. There is a nine hour time limit and a CP2 cutoff that may redirect runners onto the Petit Raid route if missed.
Every finisher receives a medal. Prizes are awarded to first male and first female in each race. Light refreshments are available at the finish. Medic cover is provided on course and at race headquarters. Free parking is available at Ashover Village Hall. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
