Matlock Skyline Challenge for Derby MRT
JUL
5
2026
Navigate the scenic Matlock Skyline on one of two unmarked circular routes. This event supports Derby Mountain Rescue Team. Finishers get a certificate.
Sun 5 Jul 2026
35 kilometers
17 kilometers
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Event Information
The Matlock Skyline Challenge is a circular running and walking event that starts and finishes in Matlock. It is organised as a fundraiser for Derby Mountain Rescue Team.
Route Details
The event offers two circular, unmarked routes. Participants must possess navigation skills or pair with someone who can navigate.
- Short route: 17 km or 11 miles, mainly off-road.
- Long route: 35 km or 22 miles, covering the full Matlock Skyline.
The event is run in partnership with Ordnance Survey, and route maps are available on OS Maps.
Course Features
The scenic routes pass through various landscapes including villages, stone-walled meadows, moorland, woodland, and a castle.
Participant Details
All finishers receive a certificate. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
35 km
Skyline
17 km
Half Skyline
