First Light Adventures offer trail races, training courses, guided runs and walks and wild camping in the Peak District, Derbyshire.
First Light Adventures offer trail races, training courses, guided runs and walks and wild camping in the Peak District, Derbyshire.

ADVENTURE

FIRST LIGHT

Whether you want an experience day in the Peak District, a trail race in attractive Derbyshire settings, learn to navigate, or undertake a mountain skills course in order to fuel your own adventures, we’ve got something for you.

We pride ourselves on delivering a patient, friendly activity whilst never losing sight of the professionalism required to uphold the highest of standards. For the best of adventures, see the light, First Light. We are here to help you make the most of your time and create some great memories.

TRAIL RACES

Take part in our trail races located in the hidden gem of Derbyshire – the hills and valleys that skirt the eastern fringes of the Peak District. These races give you a memorable day out as you enjoy the scenery, take on the running challenge and make new friends along the way ! 

30 December 2024
Black Moon Rising
This trail half marathon heralds the rising of The Black Moon (the second new moon in a month). You will welcome the Black Moon by running out and back in this rather challenging race....which is just what you need to burn a few of those excess Christmas calories. Starting from race HQ at Rock Lane in Sutton Scarsdale, you run through Sutton Spring Wood and then climb to the Five Pits Trail, make sure to soak up the views.
The route will then undulate throughout before hitting the turnaround point, where there will be an aid station catering for your needs. Race back the way you came, and stick around after for the social atmosphere around the campfire where a warming home made soup will greet you.
 
(The route is the same undulating trail that is used for the Hunter's Moon and Snow Moon races and features just over 200m elevation gain, see the Racecheck reviews for these races to get a flavour of what's in store)
 
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22 March 2025
Trails of Mena

Known for her love of running manically along the trails for hours on end, these were some of Mena’s favourite routes – the places where she had most fun.

Now linked together in a clockwise circular route, The Trails of Mena give you a combination of track, maintained trail, field and woodland and of course a healthy smattering of ups and downs just so you don’t get too complacent on the flat bits. That said, this will be one of our more runnable events! The course will be lightly marked with arrows at major junctions and on course navigation benefits further from the gpx files made available for both races.

Our marshals will be out on course giving the usual high levels of support and there will be two aid stations on the marathon, one aid station for the half and water stops for both events.

All finishers receive a warm welcoming cuppa and light refreshments as well as a Trails of Mena medal.

This is the first edition of the event and as with our other events has been designed with the runner in mind. Do check out our race reviews on Racecheck for an idea of what you are going to get. As with all of out events, we aim to keep our costs low by cutting out all the unnecessary fripperies. The marathon is £28 / £30 and the half marathon £20 / £22.

Mena was our working cocker spaniel who we sadly lost in July 24. She had a brilliant life with us and the love went both ways. In her memory, a donation from the race will be made to Spaniel Aid UK to enable other deserving spaniels enjoy the same brilliant life.

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12 April 2025
Pink Moon - Ladies Trail Half Marathon

Based on our popular Snow Moon and Hunter's Moon half marathon courses, the Pink Moon differs in that it's for the ladies only. 

This trail half marathon heralds the rising of The Pink Moon (the name given to the full moon in April). You will welcome the Pink Moon by running out and back on this challenging but scenic route. Starting at 4pm from Race HQ at Rock Lane in Sutton Scarsdale, you run through Sutton Spring Wood and then climb to the Five Pits Trail, making sure to soak up the views as you go. The route will then undulate before reaching the turning loop where there will be an aid station catering for your needs.

Running back the way you came, you will receive a warm welcome at the finish where you can relax and reflect on your achievement with cake and hot drinks by the campfire!

Finishers are rewarded with a medal.

Free car parking is available at the Race HQ and the nearby lane.

The race has a 3hr30 time limit.

The Pink Moon race will raise funds for the local Women's Aid charity, The Elm Foundation

(The race is on the same route as the Snow Moon half marathon - see the Racecheck reviews of Snow Moon for an insight into what participants thought.)

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TRAINING COURSES

Our training sessions are designed with the client in mind with each session tailored to meet individual learning goals.

Delivery is focused and friendly, patient and intuitive. Questions can be asked at any time without fear of upsetting the flow – we want everyone to leave feeling that they have really learned something and having gained the confidence to strike out on their own.
Small group size – unless stated, training courses have a maximum of 8 places. 
Patient delivery – everyone has different learning preferences and we can adapt the delivery to suit.
Friendly environment – we love delivering our training and welcome all to enjoy the countryside.
Fun – we all remember the fun times. A happy mind is an open, learning mind.
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guided runs & walks

Enjoy a sociable run or walk through beautiful countryside with the help of our run leaders.

Embracing physical activity in the fresh air is right up there for improving physical and mental health. Our guided runs and walks offer so much more than just exercise.

Check out our scheduled events or request bespoke guided adventures.

DUKE OF EDINBURGH

Training for your group’s expedition. No matter what your starting level we can help you achieve your goals and have a memorable, life changing adventure.

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First Light Adventures offer trail races, training courses, guided runs and walks and wild camping in the Peak District, Derbyshire.

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hello@firstlightadventure.co.uk07741 488737
TThe Bothie, Sutton Scarsdale Chesterfield
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