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Formed in 1976, Matlock Athletic Club provides competition for runners of all ages and abilities from the recreational runner to the competitive athlete. Based at the Arc Leisure Centre in Matlock with the beautiful Derbyshire scenery on our doorstep, training nights are Mondays at 6.00pm and Thursdays at 6.30pm (SUBJECT TO LOCKDOWN RESTRICTIONS)
The club has a very active social and racing programme and hosts the popular White Peak Marathon, Swift Half Marathon and Down in a Shot 10K, two annual fell races, a round of the Derby Runner BDL SL series, the Peak Rail 7, a triathlon and also gives practical support to the Whitworth Thread and a number of other local races.
Junior Training - please visit the MAC Juniors page for important information regarding the junior waiting list
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Report and Results for the Ian Milne White Peak Marathon, 'Swift Half' Marathon and 'Down in a Shot' 10k
In the 'Swift Haf ' Marathon, it was Kimberley and District Strider Michael Perry who led the way to take the win, and what a performance from Kate Wright of Stratford upon Avon AC in finishing 7th overall to take the win in the ladies race.
Many congratulations to everyone who ran today and much acclaim to the prize winners. Matlock Athletic Club wish to thank you all, your supporters and our amazing volunteers for your support and we hope to see you all in 2023,
White Peak Festival of Running 21/05/2022
After a very long and frustrating three year wait, the long distance classic Ian Milne White Peak Marathon returns this Saturday on the Tisssington and High Peak trails. It forms part of our White Peak Festival of Running which also includes the hugely popular 'Swift Half' marathon and the new ultra fast 'Down in a Shot' 10k. We wish to thank the entrants for their patience and support through all the Covid enforced postponements during the last 24 months.
All three races commence at 11.00am, and the registration desks open at 08.00am for collection of race numbers and prepaid T shirts . We have messaged all entrants with race instructions, please contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. if you have not received your email. Click HERE to view the full start list
Peak Rail 7 Final Results
Many thanks to all the volunteers, runners and supporters who combined to produce another successful and enjoyable Peak Rail 7 race on Easter Monday morning. Congratulations to the winning Derrby AC pairing of Alex Pilcher and Abbey Van Dijk who set new course records for the fastest overall and ladies times. Full results on the MAC Webscorer page
Two MAC Features in Fell Runner Magazine
Events - December '21 & January '22
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9th December - Hathersage Night Race (7pm, Pre-Entry, Fell)
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11th December - Whitworth Thread 5k Santa Run (9am, Park)
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12th December - Litton Christmas Cracker (11am, Pre-Entry, Fell)
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12th December - Bolsover 10K (9.30am, Pre-Entry, Road)
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15th December - Dave Denton Mid Week Race (7pm/7.20pm, Road)
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25th December - Christmas Day Park Runs (9.00am, Park)
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26th December - Totley Two Turtle Doves (11am, Enter on Day, Fell)
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26th December - MAC Beetroot Race (MAC Members Only - but can bring a guest, Fell)
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27th December - Dave Denton Queen's Head Race (Time TBC, Road)
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31st December - Wormstones (11am, Fell - Fancy Dress optional)
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| JANUARY 2022 |
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01st January - New Year's Day Park Runs (9.00am, Park)
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01st January - Dave Denton Hangover Race (Time TBC, Road)
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01st January - Holly Bush Inn New Year's Day Fun Run (10am, Road & Field)
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08th January - Derbyshire XC Championships (Pre-Entry, XC)
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12th January - Dave Denton Mid Week Race (7pm/7.20pm, Road)
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16th January - BDL XC Bramcote (11am, MAC Vest, XC)
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Cross Country Guide 2021/22
Here is a Guide for the Cross Country Season 2021/2022
Events November 2021
Here are some Events for November 2021
Events October 2021
Here are some Events for October 2021 -
Annual General Meeting - Thursday 4 November 2021 at 7.30pm at The Whitworth Centre, Darley Dale.
Annual General Meeting
The Matlock Athletic Club AGM will be held on Thursday 4 November 2021 at 7.30pm at The Whitworth Centre, Darley Dale.
The meeting should last about 1.5 hours. Please do make an effort to attend – it is your Club.
Election of Officers – If you wish to stand for ANY of the Committee posts, please let us know by 24th October. A number of existing officers (including the secretary and treasurer) have indicated that they are willing to continue in their roles if re-elected.
If you have any matters you wish to put forward for consideration as Agenda items, please also let us know by 24th October. Please submit your interest or agenda items by email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
In particular, we are keen to encourage more ladies to join the committee in an executive role, to ensure that the membership is reflected by those managing the club.
A copy of the Accounts is available on request and copies will be presented online at the AGM.
MAC's English Fell Running Championship Champs 2021!
MAC are proud to introduce our new English Fell Running Championship Champs 2021!