The Cordwell Colossus
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About the race
The Cordwell Colossus is a summer trail event held on Saturday 7 August 2027 near the eastern edge of the Peak District in North East Derbyshire. The route is just over 20 mile, forming a loop across the Cordwell and Linacre Valleys and using countryside paths, trails, woodlands and lanes. Underfoot conditions vary from highly runnable trails and lanes to single-track trods.
The route is largely unmarked, with a couple of trickier sections marked by the organisers. Route notes and GPX files are provided and participants are advised to carry a paper map as a backup. Two staffed checkpoints provide water and food: CP1 at Wigley (7.5 miles) and CP2 at The Peacock at Cutthorpe (13.5 miles). There is medic cover on the course and at race headquarters. The event has a six hour time limit.
Registration takes place at Holmesfield Parish Hall, Holmesfield, Dronfield S18 7WZ; free car parking is available at the hall. Finishers receive a medal and there are prizes for first male and first female in each race. Minimum age to enter is 18. Entry fees are listed as UKA Member £32.00 and Non Member £34.00. The event is organised by First Light Adventure. Entries open 19 August 2026 and close 1 August 2027. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
