Coal Aston Gala Chase and Family Fun Run
The Coal Aston Gala Chase is a trail running event organised by Dronfield Running Club that takes place as part of the Coal Aston Gala. It features an off road trail race and a separate family fun run across the Moss Valley in Derbyshire.
The main trail race covers 4.7 miles (7.5 km) with about 600 ft (180 m) of climb and follows public rights of way through farmland and woodland. The route includes uneven ground, potential trip hazards, low hanging branches and a small ford crossing. The course is taped and marshalled at major turn points.
Distances
- 4.7 miles / 7.5 km trail race, off road with 600 ft climb
- 1.4 miles Family Fun Run, under 15s only, under 9s must run with an adult
Entry is limited to 300 participants and the minimum age for the main race is 16. Substitutions are allowed until 2nd July. Entry fees differ for affiliated and unaffiliated entrants. Family fun run fees apply on the day. Nominal prizes are awarded in multiple age categories. Finishers receive a goody bag and free cake. Sports massage is available after the race.
The event is licensed by the TRA and held under UK Athletics Rules.
Race Day Information
Number Pick up: From the Gala 11am to 12:15pm
The route is all off road and runs across uneven farmland and through woodland with potential trip hazards, burrows, low hanging branches and a small ford crossing. The route will be taped and marshalled at all major turn points.