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Monsal Mash

Name: Monsal Mash
Start: 2026-10-31
End: 2026-10-31
Location: Bakewell

Bakewell, United Kingdom • 31 Oct 2026

Event

The Monsal Mash is a fell race held on Sat 31 Oct 2026 in the Peak District, England. The venue is The Stables, Monsal Head, Bakewell, DE45 1NL (grid reference SK 18496 71538). The race category is AS and the skills code is PM. Minimum age for entry is 18.

Course

The race distance is 9.5 km (5.9 miles) with 500 m (1640 ft) of climb. The route includes a mix of fell, technical and fast terrain and rough ground.

Entry and requirements

Pre-entry is required; there is no entry on the day. Pre-entry fees are £12.00 for members and £14.00 for non-members. Full kit is required. Parking is limited.

Teams and other information

Teams are allowed, organised as teams of three. There are no junior races. The event has a permit and carries associated UK Athletics insurance from the FRA. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom East Midlands (England) Bakewell

Race information

Registration

10 km

9.5 Km / 5.9 Miles

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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