The Dovedale Dipper
Info: New entries for this event closed on Sunday 26th July 2026 at 23:00.
| Affiliated | £32.00 | |
| Non-affiliated | £34.00 |
PLEASE NOTE: IT SAYS IN THE PARTICIPANTS GUIDE THAT YOU CAN CHANGE COURSE UNTIL MIDNIGHT ON THURSDAY 30TH JULY. HOWEVER, WE HAVE STARTED THE ADMIN AND CAN MAKE NO FURTHER CHANGES BEFOREHAND. YOU CAN STILL CHANGE COURSES AT REGISTRATION ON SATURDAY MORNING.
The Dovedale Dipper is a challenging trail event for runners and walkers in the Peak District National Park. Based in the picturesque village of Hartington, there is a choice of distances on two great routes which explore a wonderful part of the white peak area.
The Dipper is a popular fixture with both runners and hikers, who travel from far and wide to take part. It was previously organised by the Matlock Rotary Club from 2003 until the 2019 event, when they announced would be their last. However, as the Dipper had been one of our favourite events for many years, we couldn't let it die and so Peak Running took over the reigns and now the baton has been passed to CraggRunner
Both the long and short routes take participants on an exciting and extremely scenic journey through the hills, valleys and villages on the Derbyshire-Staffordshire border.
Competitive runners will start in a mass start at 10:00 on the 26-mile course, and 11:00 on the 15-mile course.
Walkers and non-competitive runners will be able to make use of the 'early start' option between 08:30 and 09:30 on the 26-mile course, and between 10:05 and 10:30 on the 15-mile course.
All participants have until 8pm to reach the finish, and intermediate cut-off times will be applied at checkpoints.
It is important to note that the checkpoints are open between specific times of day, with the closing times based on the slowest average speed a participant can move at to finish within the overall time limit.
You must, therefore, choose a start time that ensures you will arrive at the checkpoints within their opening times, as you will not be able to check-in and/or continue prior to that.
Light refreshments are provided at check points on the route and hot food is provided at the end.
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This event offers the option to purchase XCover, so that participants may be able to get a refund if they are unable to attend due to unforeseen circumstances.
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