Dovedale Dash
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About the race
The Dovedale Dash is a cross-country event near the village of Thorpe, in the Dovedale area of the Derbyshire Peak District. The event includes a main race and a children's Mini Dash held around local pastures and valleys.
Distances:
- 4 3/4 mile main cross country race
- 1 1/4 mile Children's Mini Dash around the foot of Thorpe Cloud
The main course runs mainly along field paths and open ground in the valleys of the rivers Dove and Manifold. A distinct feature of the route is the crossing of the River Dove at the Stepping Stones. The route also includes an uphill section through a dale before the finish on Thorpe pastures.
The Mini Dash is for children aged 11 and under on the day and includes U12 and U9 categories; the main race is for participants aged 12 and older. Parents or guardians may accompany children in the Mini Dash.
The first race was held in 1953; the event is running its 66th edition. The race is typically attended by 1200 to 1400 participants. Entry fees listed for this edition are £14 for adults and £9 for under-18s for the main race, and £5 for the Mini Dash. Parking is free on Thorpe pastures; some years the event has been cancelled because the car park was too wet. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
