Minninglow March
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Minninglow March
The Minninglow March is a trail event held in the village of Parwich, located in the Derbyshire Dales a few miles north of Ashbourne. The event follows a circular path through the countryside, covering a distance of approximately 17 miles with 2,000 feet of total elevation gain. Both runners and fast walkers are permitted to participate, provided they can maintain a pace of approximately 3 miles per hour to meet the six-hour course cut-off.
The route requires self-navigation using a mixture of public rights of way, established trails, and open access land. Participants are expected to be proficient in using a GPX system on a mobile device or watch, or a physical map and compass. A unique element of the event involves visiting two specific points of interest to collect cards that must be delivered to the finish line in Parwich.
The course features three aid stations to provide refreshments for participants:
- 3.5 miles: Located on the High Peak Trail.
- 9.4 miles: Situated before the descent into Carsington Village.
- 14 miles: Positioned in Bradbourne near the church.
Registration includes dedicated parking in Parwich, which is a two-minute walk from the start and finish area. Participants also receive an embroidered finisher memento patch, a goody bag, and access to free digital event photos. Results are published within 24 hours of the event completion. The event is held under UK Athletics rules, and mandatory kit must be carried by all entrants. Dogs are not permitted to accompany participants on the course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
