Expected October 2027
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Take to one of the most iconic trails in the Peak District for stunning and traffic-free racing joy on a former Midland railway line taking you through four tunnels and across the spectacular viaduct! This half marathon is ideal for autumn marathon training and suitable for experienced runners but also a great introduction to the half marathon distance for runners of all abilities.
Run through four railway tunnels
Cross the spectacular Monsal Viaduct
Traffic-free former railway line
Stunning Peak District scenery
Start / Finish
Bakewell Station, Bakewell
Bakewell Station, Bakewell
Race Day
What you get
Finisher medal
Friendly atmosphere
All abilities welcome
On the day
Food vendors
Marshals on course
First aid on course
Before you enter
Other questions
No, the road to Bakewell Station is a 'No through road' so it isn't feasible for runners to be dropped off as there is nowhere to turn around.
There is an excellent café at Hassop Station, just a mile or so along the trail, which provides a pleasant warm-up run to the start and spectator facilities.
The course is a traffic-free former Midland railway line with a flat-ish surface throughout, taking you through four railway tunnels and across the Monsal Viaduct.
There are feed stations with water, coke, fig rolls, jelly babies and jaffa cakes along the course.
Yes, the event has a sustainability policy and initiatives including bring your own cup, plastic bottle free, and recycling.
Entry fee
Registration isn't open yet. We'll show pricing when the organiser confirms.Bakewell, United Kingdom
Expected October 2027
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