RAM 5 Mile 2027 | Run For All

Event information

The RAM 5 Mile is a great event for runners of all ages and abilities, providing a great boost for charities in a fun and friendly environment.

The 5-mile race features the same start and finish line as the Ramathon, setting off from Silk Mill Park. Participants will follow the same route as the half marathon, running through the city centre for the first 2 miles before making their way towards Derby County’s Pride Park Stadium.

Runners will then head back towards the city centre, finishing their journey where they began at Silk Mill Park. The route passes by some of Derby’s iconic landmarks, such as the gothic cathedral, and the Florence Nightingale monument.

Why run this event?

The Ramathon draws in amazing crowds each year, so be sure to give the spectators a wave as you make your way around the course.

The 5-mile distance is great for anyone who still wants a challenge, but might not feel ready to tackle the half marathon distance just yet. It is also a very flat and accessible course, great for runners of any and all abilities.

What's included?

Finisher’s goody bag
Chip timing
Includes the option to purchase a technical finisher t-shirt.
Exclusive finisher's medal

Participants must be aged 15 or over on the day of the race.

Run For All encourages people of all abilities to take part in our events. Please get in touch if you require any further assistance on the event day, or have any specific requirements.

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Route Maps

Static Route Map

Elevation Map

Inspiring Stories

Race Number Information

Please note that this is a collection only event. you will be able to collect your race number on the weekend of the event at the Race Office, located in the Event Village.

IMPORTANT – Do not, under any circumstances, allow anyone else to run with a race number under your name. This can create major problems for the medical team should they need to treat any unknown runners, as well as cause a number of other issues. Anyone found to have done this will be disqualified.

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On the day Information

All you need to know

Event Village

Location and opening hours will be detailed on our website in the build-up to the event.

There will be a variety of food and drink choices available for purchase to satisfy and pre and post-run needs. There are also several bars and cafes in the area that will welcome spectators and participants.

Our wonderful partner charities will also be located in the Event Village, so make sure to go say hi!

Baggage

Please make sure you leave enough time before the event to drop off your bag in the designated baggage store.

Your baggage label is on your race number: please rip it off your race number and attach it to your bag when handing it over to our volunteers so your belongings can be safely looked after.

After the race, make your way to the baggage store as soon as possible to reclaim your belongings before you meet up with your loved ones to celebrate.

Toilets

Please only use the allocated toilets for this event. There will be plenty of toilets which you will be able to use before and after the race.

Run For All operates a zero-tolerance policy, and any runners seen urinating anywhere other than the facilities provided will be disqualified.

Medical

First aid will be available along the course at fixed first aid stations located near the water stations.

There will also be a first aid recovery unit located near the start and finish line, as well as roaming first aiders around the Event Village.

Fuel & Hydration

We will have water stations on course, where you will be able to pick up a 330ml bottle of water. To see the exact locations of water stations, please refer to the route map.

Please make use of the bins provided post water stations.

Pacers

We’ll have friendly pacers on the course, sponsored by Arla Protein who can help you stick to your intended finish time. They’ll have flags attached to them with finish times so you can choose the best pace to suit you.

Clothing

It is important to note that all clothing discarded at the start of the race will be collected and donated. Unfortunately, we are unable to keep any clothing that has been left in the starting area, unless dropped in the baggage store prior to the race.

Photos

Smile! The MarathonPhotos team will be on course throughout the event to snap your picture.

Photographs can be purchased at marathonphotoslive.com

Results

All results will be available in the results section of the website soon after the end of the event.

However, keep in mind that it’s not all about times – you should be proud of yourself just for getting out there and getting active!

Massage

Please see here if massage will be provided.

Travel

Parking

Rail

Frequent direct trains connect London and Derby in just 93 minutes. There are also regular services from Scotland, the North East, the Midlands and across the Pennines.

For more information go to www.nationalrail.co.uk or call 08457 48 49 50.
Bus

National Express coaches operate daily to Derby from across the UK. Trent Barton (www.trentbarton.co.uk) and Arriva (www.arrivabus.co.uk/Derby) operate services from Derby Bus Station.
Air

Derby is 30 minutes from East Midlands Airport. More information at www.east-midland-airport-guide.co.uk. Half-hourly Skylink buses operate between the airport and Derby.

Sustainablity

Keeping Derby green

We are committed to keeping Derby green and we understand the importance of doing our bit for the environment. Bins will be provided across the event site and we urge people to use the facilities provided.

It is important that we leave the course the way we found it. Recycling bins will be provided on course at each water station and we ask that you use them. If you want to hand on to your water beyond the provided bins, please pass any litter to your nearest marshal.

Let’s work together to Keep Derby green and encourage other runners to do the same.

Headphones on event day

You may choose to wear bone conducting headphones as you make your way around the course.

We ask that volume is kept low to ensure you can hear the marshal's instructions, emergency vehicles and fellow competitors.

Our official headphone partner Shokz use bone conducting technology to ensure you can still hear your surroundings.”

There is a 15% discount offer for all Run For All entrants. To receive this discount entrants must purchase Shokz headphones via Up & Running and use a specific code. To receive this discount code, please contact our admin team via our contact form here

Training

2026 Results & Photos

Sponsors & Partners

Our Sponsors

Ramathon is brought to you with the support of the following sponsors and partners

Our Partner Charities

If you have requested a fundraising pack from one of the event's partner charities, this should be with you soon. If you have not received your fundraising pack at least 4 weeks before the event, please contact the partner charity you have selected directly.

Car Park	Spaces
Abbey Street Car Park, DE22 3QE	131
Abbey Street East Car Park, DE22 3QE	59
Darwin Place, DE1 2ER	231
Little City Car Park, DE1 1PQ	38
Wilmot Street, DE1 2JJ	106

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