Exploring the Derwent Valley
In March 2025, founding member Dawn Metcalfe had an idea of creating a trail running club in Dipton, County Durham. That club was to be called Derwent Valley Trail Runners (DVTR) who on the evening of Thursday 02nd April 2015, met up at Dipton Surgery car park for their very first run as a club. Within the space of twelve months its membership had swelled to approximately 70 members .
Derwent Valley Trail Runners are now a vibrant trail running club based in the picturesque countryside of Dipton, County Durham. Our focus is on promoting health and wellbeing through the exploration of local, regional and international trails. Join us for some exhilarating runs, whatever the weather, day or night hitting the trails as one big social group.
'You don't get stronger by training inside your comfort zone, step into the storm and embrace the battle' - Sally McRae (ultramarathon and mountain trail runner)
Contact
Welcome to Derwent Valley Trail Runners, the premier running club for trail enthusiasts in Dipton and the surrounding areas of County Durham. Our club specialises in organising group runs on the beautiful trails of the Derwent Valley, offering a unique and challenging experience for runners of all levels.
Derwent Valley Trail Runners
Dipton Surgery Car Park, Front Street, Dipton, County Durham, DH99DA
contact@derwentvalleytrailrunnners.co.uk
