Tittesworth Water.
The 50K at Tittesworth Water is the day's ultra: an almost level opening around the reservoir, then a long loop over The Roaches, Cheeks Hill and Gradbach in the southern Peak District. Around 1,400 m of climbing comes in many short, hard pulls rather than one big ascent, and the steepest of them waits until after km 42.
Tittesworth Water 2027: Course, Elevation & Route Profile
The first seven kilometres stay at reservoir level and run fast. Then the work starts: a steady two-kilometre rise, a short and very steep section at km 9.4, and from km 10.7 the long haul up to around 500 m. That block and the final climb follow the same line as the 22K's hill course; in between, the 50K adds a middle section of its own almost thirty kilometres long.
It opens with a deep descent back to the valley and a hard climb from km 22, a kilometre and a half at more than ten percent. From there the ground keeps rising in waves to the highest point of the day around km 33, then drops for a long way. At km 42.8 comes the real test: close to 200 m in one go at an average of almost 13 percent. The last five kilometres fall away to the finish at the reservoir.
The organiser describes rugged trails, moorland tracks and punchy climbs with wide views across the hills. Three aid stations, at the Roaches, Cheeks Hill and Gradbach, break the long loop into manageable stages.
| Start | Length | Ø | Max. | Gain | Cat. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| km 7.3 | 2 km | 5.1 % | 10.8 % | +100 m | Cat. 4 |
| km 9.4 | 0.9 km | 11.6 % | 34.4 % | +98 m | Cat. 4 |
| km 10.7 | 2.2 km | 7.1 % | 23.7 % | +154 m | Cat. 4 |
| km 19.6 | 1.8 km | 3.5 % | 20.3 % | +62 m | — |
| km 22.2 | 1.5 km | 10.6 % | 20.2 % | +162 m | Cat. 3 |
| km 26.6 | 1.3 km | 5.3 % | 8.7 % | +67 m | — |
| km 30.2 | 1 km | 6.6 % | 8.6 % | +66 m | — |
| km 42.8 | 1.5 km | 12.8 % | 22.1 % | +195 m | Cat. 3 |
Climb categories follow the road-cycling convention and rate the terrain itself (length and gradient) regardless of sport: Cat. 4 marks the easiest rated climbs, Cat. 1 the hardest, and HC (hors catégorie, “beyond categorization”) is reserved for the most brutal ascents. Short climbs below the Cat. 4 threshold stay unrated.
How to pace Tittesworth Water.
Start under control
The flat opening is the first trap. Seven kilometres of level ground invite you to bank time, but every minute gained there gets repaid with interest on the steep ramps from km 9. Run the start deliberately easy and power-hike the steep pitches from the very first one.
Hold your rhythm
In the middle section the climb from km 22 is the hardest; after it the ground up to the high point is steadier and often runnable. This is where you keep or lose your reserves: hold an even effort and eat at each of the three stations, hungry or not.
Spend what is left
The race is won or lost on the climb from km 42.8. Arrive there on empty legs and it costs more time than everything before it. Pace the day so you can still hike that climb strongly and then run the five kilometres of descent that follow.
Training plan for Tittesworth Water: 12-week build
Build the base
Most age-group runners will be out for between six and a half and nine and a half hours. The effort is mostly aerobic but is constantly broken up by short, very steep climbs that you walk rather than run, and almost as much height is lost again on rough descents.
Train race pace
The deciding phase is the late climb after more than 40 km, followed by a long way down. So train climbing on tired legs specifically: put the steepest hills at the end of your long runs, and practise brisk hands-on-knees hiking on slopes of 15 percent and more.
Rehearse the course
The course runs on moorland tracks and rugged trails, not forest roads. Do your long sessions on similar ground so your feet and ankles are used to uneven footing, and keep practising descents when your quads are already heavy.
Arrive fresh
In the final build, fit in two or three runs of over five hours and rehearse your fuelling on them: with three stations across 50 km, you carry what you need between them.
Courses
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Everything about Tittesworth Water.
How long is Tittesworth Water?
Tittesworth Water is 50 km long. That distance shapes how much aerobic endurance, pace durability, and race-specific work belong in the training plan.
How much elevation gain does Tittesworth Water have?
Tittesworth Water has around 1,423 m of elevation gain over 50 km. That affects pacing, muscular load, and preparation for late-race sections.
What is the route profile of Tittesworth Water?
Tittesworth Water is classified as Hilly, averaging 28.3 vertical metres per kilometre. 13% of the route is flat, 31% climbs moderately (2 to 6%) and 12% is steeper than 6%.
What climbs does Tittesworth Water have?
The hardest climb of Tittesworth Water starts at kilometre 42.8, runs for 1.5 km at an average of 12.8% and gains 195 metres. Cycling-convention rating: Cat. 3. 8 climbs are mapped in total.
Is Tittesworth Water a loop course?
Yes, Tittesworth Water is laid out as a loop: start and finish are in the same place.
Is there a GPX file for the Tittesworth Water course?
Yes. The Tittesworth Water course is on this page as a free GPX download — ready to import into Garmin, Wahoo, Komoot, Strava or any other app that reads GPX.
How should I prepare for Tittesworth Water?
Preparation for Tittesworth Water should account for 50 km, 1,423 m of elevation gain, current training load, and available training time. An adaptive plan helps place key sessions without ignoring recovery and real life.
What pacing strategy works for Tittesworth Water?
The pacing strategy for Tittesworth Water should reflect 50 km, 1,423 m of elevation gain, and your current fitness. Start controlled and keep margin for sections where the profile or fatigue makes target pace harder.
When does Tittesworth Water take place?
Tittesworth Water takes place on July 4, 2027.
Where does Tittesworth Water take place?
Tittesworth Water takes place in Meerbrook, United Kingdom.
Which distances does Tittesworth Water offer?
Tittesworth Water offers 3 distances — 50K: 50 km; 22K: 22 km; 10K: 10 km.
How do I register for Tittesworth Water?
Registration runs through the organiser: runthroughtrails.com. YOUB shows you the course, elevation profile and training plan for your preparation.
