Monsal Mash
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Monsal Mash
Monsal Mash is a new trail race for 2026 based at Monsal Head. The route is 9.5 km with approximately 500 m of ascent. The course is described in two halves: the first follows flat, fast trails along Monsal Dale, and the second takes a direct line up and down Fin Cop before a final climb to the finish at Monsal Head.
The event is licensed by the Fell Runners Association and governed by FRA rules. Competitors must carry the mandatory FRA kit; the use of GPS navigation or poles is not allowed and running with dogs is prohibited. Rule breaches may result in disqualification.
Practical details listed for the event include registration at The Stables, Monsal Head, Bakewell DE45 1NL and limited parking nearby. Organisers advise car sharing, request that competitors do not park on Castlegate Lane B6465, and note there is a large paid public carpark near registration with public toilets and limited street parking in Little Longstone.
Other event details: minimum age 18, maximum field 250 runners, entry fees shown as FRA Member £12.00 and Non Member £14.00. Prizegiving includes individual and team prizes across standard age categories, with prizes provided by Inov-8 Bakewell Store and Voom Nutrition. Entries opened 1 August 2026 and close 28 October 2026; entries so far were listed as 105 participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
