Dovedale Dash

OCT

3

2027

A 4 3/4 mile cross country race near Thorpe in Dovedale, with field paths, a river crossing at the Stepping Stones, and a 1 1/4 mile Mini Dash for U12s.

Sun 3 Oct 2027

Dovedale, East Midlands (England)

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About the race

The Dovedale Dash is a cross country race of 4 3/4 mile held around the village of Thorpe near Ashbourne, in the southern part of the Derbyshire Peak District. The course runs mainly along field paths and open ground in the valleys of the rivers Dove and Manifold and includes a river crossing at the well known Stepping Stones.

The event also includes a childrens Mini Dash of 1 1/4 mile around the foot of Thorpe Cloud. The Mini Dash is for U12s (11 and under on the day) with separate U12 and U9 categories. The main Dovedale Dash is for participants aged 12 years or older.

Distances

4 3/4 mile Dovedale Dash for ages 12 and over
1 1/4 mile Mini Dash for U12s and U9s

The event has been held since 1953 and is presented as an annual edition. Parking is provided on Thorpe pastures and has been free; some editions have been cancelled when the car park was too wet. Entry fees listed for the current cycle include amounts for adults, U18s and the Mini Dash. The course finishes after an uphill section through Lin Dale and returns to the main finish area in Thorpe. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.