Monsal Trail Half Marathon

Event overview

The Monsal Trail March Weekend features races over half marathon and 10k distances on the Monsal Trail in Bakewell, Derbyshire. The event starts and finishes at Bakewell Station (DE45 1GE) and runs across a former Midland Railway line. The route passes through four tunnels and crosses the Monsal viaduct. The trail is traffic free and described as multi terrain and undulating. Races take place on both Saturday and Sunday of the race weekend.

Distances

• Half marathon
• 10k

Entry, age limits and what is included

Advance entry prices listed at £36 for the half marathon and £28 for the 10k. On-the-day entry fees (subject to availability) are listed at £40 for the half marathon and £35 for the 10k. Entry is open to entrants aged 17 and over for the half marathon and 15 and over for the 10k. Entries receive a bespoke medal, free photographs, and trophies and prizes for leading runners.

Venue and facilities

Race HQ is Bakewell Station. There is no general car parking at Bakewell Station other than for disabled motorists; two large pay-and-display car parks are around 500 metres from the station. Hassop Station, about a mile along the trail, offers parking, spectator facilities and a café. Detailed route maps and GPX files are available for download. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.