Mickleden Straddle
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Event
The Mickleden Straddle fell race takes place on Sun 1 Feb 2026 in the Peak District, England. The course distance is 23 km (14.3 miles), with total climb of 741 m (2431 ft). The race category is listed as BL. The venue is Langsett Barn (postcode S36 4GY), on the A616, grid reference 211005 on OS OL1. Minimum age for entry is 18. The skills codes given are ER, LK, NS.
Entry and logistics
Entry is by pre-entry only; there is no entry on the day. Pre-entry opens from 1 Dec and closes on 31 Jan, with an entry limit of 150. Pre-entry fees are £12.00 for members and £14.00 for non-members. Teams are allowed.
Additional information
The event holds a permit and associated UK Athletics insurance from the FRA. There is a cut-off at CP 1 (top of cut gate). Post-race refreshments and prizegiving are at Langsett Barn. All finishers receive a bottle of Rescue Ale, and the event includes a £2 donation to Peak District & National Trust. Recorded course best times are 01:35:38 (male, 2006) and 01:49:14 (female, 2020). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
