Monsal Trail April Half Marathon & 10k (Sunday)

Nice Work

From Nice Work

Sunday 7th April 2024 Past event
10:00
Bakewell
£27.75–£33.06 · 2 races
10km, Half Marathon

63 took part

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable day of running at the Monsal Trail April Half Marathon & 10k on Sunday, April 7, 2024! Organised by Nice Work, this vibrant event takes place in the picturesque town of Bakewell, Derbyshire, and offers participants a chance to experience one of the Peak District's most iconic trails. With race distances of both a half marathon and a 10k, runners of all abilities are welcome to join in the excitement.

The course is traffic-free, featuring a flat surface that follows a former railway line through stunning countryside, including four railway tunnels and the breathtaking Monsal Viaduct. Starting and finishing at Bakewell Station, the half marathon and 10k routes provide a delightful mix of tarmac and hard track, ensuring a memorable racing experience. Plus, every finisher will receive a bespoke medal, with additional prizes for the top male and female runners in both distances. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to enjoy a scenic run while soaking up the springtime beauty of Derbyshire—register today for this sell-out event!

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  • Monsal Trail April 10k (Sunday)

    10:00

    £27.75

    Entries closed
  • Monsal Trail April Half Marathon (Sunday)

    10:00

    £33.06

    Entries closed

Organiser's description

 

Take to one of the most iconic trails of the Peak District for stunning and traffic-free racing joy!

This is a Nice Work race
This means that it is an original Nice Work race, fully hosted and organised by us.

Event Overview:
This one is a corker. Traffic free and with a flat-ish surface throughout, the Monsal Trail is made up from a former Midland railway line taking you through four railway tunnels and across the spectacular Monsal Viaduct. Surrounded by beautiful countryside, this half marathon is ideal for Spring marathon training. It's suitable for experienced runners but also a great introduction to the half marathon distance for runners of all abilities.
Or, perhaps you fancy the 10k option...?
A racing treat at any distance, you'll want to join us for this sell-out race!

Course Details:
The race starts and finishes at Bakewell Station and heads along the Monsal Trail to a turnaround point at Miller’s Dale, before returning to Bakewell and the finish. The course is multi terrain, on a mixture of tarmac and hard track.
Runners in the 10k will be following the same half marathon route, but turn at the 5k mark (inside the first tunnel) to return back to the finish at Bakewell Station.

The course will be traffic-free but will be used by other Trail users including walkers, dog walkers, horses and cyclists. We ask that all runners keep to the left hand side of the trail, to be aware of, and respect, other trail users and take extra care where the trail narrows.

 

Route Map:
You can view the route maps below. You'll be able to download the route in different formats including GPX.

Half Marathon

10K

Available Distances:
Half Marathon / 10K

Prizes:
Bespoke medal for all finishers.
Trophy with certficate & £5 voucher prize for 1st, 2nd & 3rd male & female winners (both distances)
Certificates and £5 voucher prize for 1st male & female age group categories (both distances)

On-the-day Entry Fees (subject to availability only):
Half Marathon: £35.00
10K: £30.00

Event information will be sent to all registered entrants prior to race-day.

Location

Bakewell Station, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1GE

The Showground, Bakewell DE45 1AQ, UK

Nice Work

Nice Work

Nice Work was established in 1989, then a small family business started with organising the Beckley 10k. The organisation grew with the popularity of running events to the company it is today. Based in Rye, East Sussex we deliver over 200 events year, attracting more than 50,000 entries. We are experts in Race Management. We understand consumer needs and use this information to develop, optimise and enhance the race experience. We are known for our friendly events and creating an inclusive environment for participants of all backgrounds and abilities. We cheer on those crossing the finishing mats at the end of the race as loudly as the lead athletes. Events Of All Sizes And Abilities... We offer everything from small community events to large scale events many in partnership.

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