The Whitworth Thread
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The Whitworth Thread
The Whitworth Thread is a regular timed community run held on the 2nd Saturday of each month in Whitworth Park, Darley Dale, Matlock. The route is entirely within the park and is tarmac with short downhill and uphill sections. The course is marked and marshals are positioned at various points to help direct participants.
Distances available:
- 5 km (three 1-mile laps)
- Option to run 2 laps
- Option to run 1 lap
Entry is free. Participants need to register once; new runners can register on the day and first-time registration is free. On each official monthly run a voluntary £1 donation is collected for charity and all money donated is passed to supported causes. There is an entry limit of 150 and on-the-day entry is permitted. All ages are welcome, but under 18s should be supervised by a responsible adult.
The route has approximately 30 meters of climb overall. The event is licensed by England Athletics as an unmeasured road race (Event License Number 2023-46647) and is organised by the Sole Mates community running group for Matlock Athletic Club. Parking is available near Whitworth Park and marshals help with direction around the course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
