Active Derbyshire

12 – 20 May 2012

Enjoy the Chesterfield area on foot by taking part in this 9 day Walking Festival with over 55 walks. Explore the beautiful bluebell woods as you walk through the Linacre Valley or take in some history as you walk from the famous Crooked Spire Church in Chesterfield out to the English Heritage owned property Bolsover Castle.

If you’re looking for a challenge, try the Chesterfield Round Walk, a 34 mile trek through the countryside, or perhaps the Best of Bolsover – a new addition to the programme for 2012. If you prefer less of a challenge, take a stroll around the majestic and historic ruins of Sutton Scarsdale Hall or pay a visit to the National Trust property Hardwick Hall. to find out how Bess of Hardwick made the estate what it is today.
Programmes are available January 2012 from Chesterfield Tourist Information Centre, Rykneld Square, Chesterfield, Derbyshire S40 1SB, tel: 01246 345777/8 or visit www.chesterfieldwalkingfestival.co.uk

To download the brochure for details of all walks click here....

19 – 31 May 2012

Back for a 5th year, our popular Festival really does offer something for everyone. Join us for more than 80 varied walks. Discover rolling English countryside dissected by meandering rivers & canals, dotted with picturesque historic villages. And at its heart The National Forest, Britain’s boldest environmental project where 8 million trees have been planted - a massive “Forest for the nation” being created across 200 square miles of gentle countryside.
From a gentle stroll, walks for the whole family, walks suitable for wheelchair users, to longer more strenuous rambles for keen walkers, our packed programme (available 3 January 2012) has something for you!

There are walks for all ages, interests or abilities, with all guided walks led by local experts keen to pass on their knowledge about this special area’s rich & varied history, flora & fauna, geology, myths & legends. And why not try something different, such as Nordic Walking, or a pushchair walk?

For more information please visit www.thenationalforestwalkingfestival.org.uk or contact Swadlincote Tourist Information Centre on 01283 222848.

Sunday 20 May 2012

Venue: Chesterfield Town Centre

Type of Event: 5 Mile circular walk/run (Male only!)

Start Time: 9.30am

Entry Details: Read on

Sunday 20 May 2012

Join us within the beautiful setting of Chatsworth Estate to take part in the 5th annual 10K and Family Fun Run. This is a popular event and a must in the running calendar. The 10K start horn will fire at 9.30am—with a refreshed course, free parking and cash prizes for winners and veterans. This is a family event so why not bring your loved ones to take part in the Family Fun Run starting at 11.30am. (Family Fun Run includes a fancy dress competition)

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Sunday 20 May 2012

Start and Finish at the Shireoaks Bowling Club, Shireoaks

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Sunday 20th May 2012

Kimberley Leisure Centre - 7.30am start

Broxtowe's Beginners Triathlon is a fun introduction to Triathlon. The event is a beginners event that can be enjoyed by friends, families, and work colleagues. Triathlon involves three short events linked together to make one exciting challenge. The event involves a 200Metre swim, a 7K bike ride and a 2K run.

Entry starts from £11.00 per person. Enter online for discounted price.

Minimum age for the event is 15yrs.

A children's taster triathlon will also be run on the day of the event. The event will involve a 40Metre swim, a 2K bike ride and a 212Metre run. Entry starts from £7.00 per junior. Enter online for discounted price.

Visit www.broxtowe.gov.uk/sportsevents to find out further information and to enter the event.

Deadline is Tuesday 8th May.

Contact: 0115 9173572 or sport@broxtowe.gov.uk

Saturday 26 May 2012

This is a 4.5 mile fell race starting at 10.30 am predominantly run on footpaths with short road sections. Pre-entry is advised as race numbers are limited. Entries are permitted on the day from 9.30 am if the race is not already full. Trophies for first place, overall male/female and 1st local lady, 1st local man

Entry fees: £4.00 pre-entry, £5 on the day

The course is mainly off road around the village of Wingerworth. All proceeds will be going to Ashgate Hospice and Deer Park School

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Saturday 16 June - Sunday 24 June

More information here: www.bikeweek.org.uk

Saturday 16 June - 10.30am - 2.30pm

Venue: Fairholmes Visitor Centre, Upper Derwent Valley, Bamford S33 0AX

Join Peak District National Park Rangers for an easy off-road introduction to bike handling, maintenance and navigation in the stunning surroundings of the Upper Derwent Valley, suitable for families.

Booking essential on 01629 816 211 (available Mon-Fri 9am-4.30pm).

Meet: Fairholmes Visitor Centre, Upper Derwent Valley, Bamford S33 0AX. Turn towards Derwent Valley Dams from the A57, then follow the signs to Fairholmes.

Distance and terrain: 11 mile route around the reservoirs.

What you need to bring: Bike and helmet (or hire from Derwent cycle hire), packed lunch, drink, waterproofs, stout shoes, weather appropriate clothing.
What else you need to know: Helmets must be worn. Children under 14 to be accompanied by an adult. Bike hire available on site; ID required to hire a bike.

Sunday 17 June 2012 at 10am

Supported by Chesterfield FC's Community Trust and Ashgate Hospice, this is a run for all abilities. Come and run, jog or walk the 5k route from Sheepbridge Industrial Estate to the b2net stadium, home of Chesterfield Football Club.

There is also a Children's Fun Run of 1 mile on a route round the outside of the b2net stadium itself at 11am.

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Sunday 17 June 2012

Venue: Chesterfield Town Centre

Type of Event: 5K

Start Time: 10.30 am

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Saturday 23 June 2012

Venue: Cliffe Park, Dronfield

Type of Event: 13 mile walk at Midnight (aimed at Ladies only)

Start Time: Registration opens at 10.30 pm

Entry Details: Read on

Saturday 23 June

10.30pm - 2.30pm

Booking essential on 01629 816 211 (available Mon-Fri 9am-4.30pm).

Meet: Fairholmes Visitor Centre, Upper Derwent Valley, Bamford S33 0AX. Turn towards Derwent Valley Dams from the A57, then follow the signs to Fairholmes.

Distance and terrain: 11 mile route around the reservoirs.

Saturday 23 June 2012

Venue - National Water Sports Centre, Nottingham, NG12 2LU

X2 5k laps, multi-terrain race - paths, trails, water & woodland area with swim, water slide, climb and assault course obstacles. Physically and mentally challenging.
Start time 10:00! Free parking on site, refreshments & toilets available.
2012 entry fees: £45 (Or early bird discount £30 before end of Jan 2011).

Please register online at www.aaa-adventure.co.uk
Contact: Steve Walker tel 07894547765 - Email steve.walker@aaa-adventure.co.uk -
Link to online registration and event page: http://www.aaa-adventure.co.uk/Water-Wipeout-Obstacle-Race.html

Sunday 24 June 2012

Venue: Moorways Sports Centre, Derby

Swim it, Bike it, Run it - Enter it! B-active with Derby City’s Super Sprint and Junior Taster Triathlons, the 2012 summer events for people of all ages and abilities not to be missed!

Adult (17yrs and over) Super Sprint Triathlon involves a 200 metre (8 lengths) pool swim, 10Km bike ride and 2.5Km run through Osmaston and Sinfin.

Junior event (aged between 10 and 16 years) involves a 100 metre (4 lengths) pool swim, 2Km bike ride on grass and a 1Km run on grass in Osmaston Park.

Closing date for entries: Friday 15th June 2012.

For more information and an application form click here

Sunday 8 July 2012

Venue: Chesterfield Area

Type of Event: Fun filled team building activities

Start Time: tbc

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Sunday 17 July 2012

Venue: Derby (Darley Park)

Type of event: 5k event

Times: 10.30 or 14.00

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22 to 27 July

Derbyshire County Council is inviting you to take part in an epic 205 mile Baton Challenge ahead of the London 2012 Olympic Games.

The Derbyshire Baton Challenge starts on the 22nd of July from the Olympic Park in London and finishes on 27th of July at County Hall in Matlock.

Groups of young people will carry the baton the entire 205 miles while walking, running, canoeing, biking, wheel-chairing… in fact any form of non-motorised transport they can come up with!

The challenge follows Sustrans (Sustainable Transport) routes from inner London via towns and cities and through some stunning countryside and scheduled to arrive in Derbyshire for the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games.

Children and families can choose their own mode of travel and a suitable distance to create their own individual challenge as part of the event. There will also be an option to raise money for the Sport Relief to help young people in need across the world.

Ability or disability will be no barrier as the team of support staff and young people can help you meet your own challenge - whether that means travelling 25 miles or 25 metres.

If you’re interested in taking part in the Baton Challenge please e-mail batonchallenge@derbyshire.gov.uk and register you’re interest. Application forms will be sent out ASAP.

Saturday 4 August 2012 (Juniors)

Sunday 5 August 2012 (Adults)

Chilwell Olympia Sports Centre

9am Start

This exciting event is suitable for new and regular racket sports competitors. The event is a singles competition, so why not challenge your friends and family to take part? Who has got what it takes to go all the way and win the Broxtowe Racketlon? Each match includes Table Tennis, Badminton, Squash and Tennis.

Entry is £15.00 per adult and £12.50 per junior. Enter online for this discounted price. (Normal costs are £20.00 per adult and £15.00 per junior). Minimum age for the adult event is 16yrs. There will be two catagories for the junior event; 8 - 11yrs and 12 - 15yrs.

Visit www.broxtowe.gov.uk/sportsevents to find out further information and to enter the event.

Deadline is Wednesday 1st August.

Contact: 0115 9173572 or sport@broxtowe.gov.uk

Sunday 12 August 2012

The Erewash Triathlon is aimed people who have always wanted to try this exciting sport and challenge themselves to complete within a competitive environment.This event is open to anyone aged 15 years and older and attracts a range of abilites from complete novice to seasoned competitor.

The Erewash Triathlon is based at West Park Leisure Centre, Long Eaton, Derbyshire. It has an indoor six lane heated swimming pool and sports hall, changing rooms and showers as well as food and refreshments plus other facilities. The Leisure Centre is located on the edge of a 100 acre open park with tree line walks and cycle paths part of the National Sustrans Route.

For details on how to enter please read on..

Saturday 25 August - Monday 27 August 2012

A festival of running, that’s the BIG Running Weekend. Three days of running activity, running talks, running parties, racing, fun runs and orienteering. The start and finish of every trail race is from Whirlow Hall Farm on the outskirts of Sheffield and shoulder of the Peak District National Park.

For more details of all the great events taking place read on...

Sunday 26th August 2012

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Including the Brampton Manor Fun Run held in conjunction with the main race, a two mile family fun run for all abilities, fancy dress welcome, within the boundaries of Holmebrook Valley Park

Sunday 2nd September 2012

Back for the second year running, the Wilne 10k takes place on Sunday 2nd September and is billed as a fantasic course for beginners and elite runners hoping to set a top time.

The race will be incorporating the Midland Counties AA 10k Championships, the Midland Masters AC 10k Championships and the Derbyshire AAA 10k Championships and therefore our expected number of entrants is set to increase to 1,000 runners.

Hosting these regional championships combined with our targeted promotions locally and regionally and the flat course that we have secured will ensure that this race will again attract athletes from the beginner jogger to the potential Olympian runner.

Sunday 23 September 2012

Venue - Wild Park, Brailsford, Derbyshire, DE6 3BN

X2 5k laps, multi-terrain race - paths, trails, water & woodland area with swim, water slide, climb and assault course obstacles. Physically and mentally challenging.
Start time 10:00! Free parking on site, refreshments, showers & toilets available.
2012 entry fees: £45 (Or early bird discount £30 before end of April 2012).

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info@activederbyshire.co.uk