Monsal Trail October Half Marathon & 10k Weekend

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From Nice Work

  • Date Sat 24th October 2026 - Sun 25th October 2026
  • Time 10:00
  • Location Bakewell Station, Bakewell, Derbyshire DE45 1GE
  • Price £29.87 - £38.36
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 10km, Half Marathon

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Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating weekend of running at the Monsal Trail October Half Marathon & 10k Weekend, organized by Nice Work! Taking place on Saturday, October 24th and Sunday, October 25th, 2026, in the picturesque town of Bakewell, Derbyshire, this event promises stunning views of the Peak District and an unforgettable racing experience. Participants can choose between a challenging half marathon or a fun 10k, both set on the iconic Monsal Trail, a former Midland Railway line that features breathtaking scenery, four tunnels, and the impressive Monsal viaduct.

Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting out, this event welcomes all abilities and is ideal for those looking to enhance their autumn marathon training. With a traffic-free course, a friendly atmosphere, bespoke medals, and even free photographs, the Monsal Trail Weekend is sure to be a highlight of your racing calendar. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this fantastic event—register early to secure your spot and experience the beauty of Derbyshire while challenging yourself in nature!

Monsal Trail October Half Marathon & 10k Weekend

Sat 24th October 2026 - Sun 25th October 2026

Three people walk along a paved path surrounded by rolling green hills under a cloudy sky. A metal fence lines the left side of the path, guiding towards a tunnel entrance in the distance. Trees and sparse vegetation dot the landscape.

Organiser's Description

An exciting half marathon and 10k race on one of the most iconic trails of the Peak District with epic views over the Derbyshire Dales

   Saturday 24 & Sunday 25 October 2026, 10:00
   Bakewell, Derbyshire
   Half Marathon & 10k 
   Multi Terrain, Undulating

Overview
Starting at the old Bakewell station site, the Monsal Trail is made up from a former Midland Railway line taking runners through four tunnels and across the spectacular Monsal viaduct. The course is surrounded by beautiful scenery and an ideal race for Autumn marathon training. There is a choice of half marathon and 10k distances and take place on both Saturday and Sunday, choose between one or both days!

Route Information
View and download detailed route maps (including GPX files):

         

 

Race Highlights
•    Stunning scenery of the Peak District 
•    Traffic free trail
•    Ideal for Autumn marathon training plans
•    Choice of two race days
•    Friendly atmosphere and all abilities welcome

What’s Included
•    Bespoke medal
•    Free photographs
•    Trophies & prizes for leading runners
 

On-the-Day Entry Fee (subject to availability)
•    Half Marathon: £35
•    10k: £30

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

Races

  • Monsal Trail 10K (Saturday) 2026

    Sat 24th October 2026 (10:00)

    £29.87

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    Booking for more than 1?
  • Monsal Trail Half Marathon (Saturday) 2026

    Sat 24th October 2026 (10:00)

    £38.36

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    Booking for more than 1?
  • Monsal Trail 10K (Sunday) 2026

    Sun 25th October 2026 (10:00)

    £29.87

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    Booking for more than 1?
  • Monsal Trail Half Marathon (Sunday) 2026

    Sun 25th October 2026 (10:00)

    £38.36

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    Booking for more than 1?

Reviews

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5.0

3 reviews

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Alastair

·a month ago

Lovely route and friendly staff!
AP
Amy

·a month ago

This was a great event. Really nice size, accessible and well organised. Will definitely do a race by nice work again. And it is mostly flat, at one point the gpx was telling me 600m elevation but that is because the signal gets lost in the tunnel. Would recommend downloading the route and following it on your device if you can if you want the full distance accurately recorded on your device. Don't want to lose any meters for your strava data
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Simon

·a month ago

Great race with easy parking. Would definately look to improve signage at the turnaround point for the 10k - as in have some... several people ran past it, it just needs a sign and not a bloke in a hi viz (that were also elsehwere on the course). Will do again.

Location

NCN 680, Bakewell, DE45 1, United Kingdom

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