Winster Hill Race
The Winster Hill Race is held in Winster, Derbyshire, as part of the Winster Wakes carnival week on 2nd July 2026. This challenging 4-mile (6.4 kilometers) race winds through lanes, trails, and fields around the village, featuring gates, narrow stiles, and single-track sections.
Course Details:
- Start: Mass start near Leacroft Garage on Main Street, Winster, DE4 2DG.
- Terrain: A mix of metalled and unmetalled lanes, fields, and steps. Expect uneven sections, steep descents, and narrow paths requiring single-file running.
- Elevation Gain: Includes a climb of approximately 80 meters.
- Finish: Through the village in front of the Bowling Green pub.
- Marshalled: Yes, at junctions, with partial tape marking.
- Minimum Age: 14 years on the date of the race.
Entry Information:
- Online Pre-entry: £5.00 (payment collected on race night).
- On-the-Night Entry: £8.00 (cash preferred).
- Entry Limit: 200 runners.
- Competitor Guide: Free entry for guides, with advance notification required.
Facilities:
- Two small car parks available in Winster.
- Post-race catering and pub facilities near the finish.
Race Records:
- Male: A Wilton - 00:22:30
- Female: Charlotte Ward - 00:25:54
Visit the official website for the most recent information.