British Police Fell Race 2023 - Monsal Dale - Derbyshire

33rd British Police Fell Race

Championships 2023

Wednesday 10 May 2023

 

Hosted by Derbyshire Police Athletics Club

'Monsal Dale'

From Millers Dale, Buxton, Derbyshire

Starting at 1.30pm

Race Course

The distance will be between 8 and 10 miles and 2000 feet ascent. It will traverse the Monsal Dale area, set in the heart of the Peak District.

A map, check-points and route description will be posted here and on the website soon.

Race Venue, Race Registration and Presentation Venue

At Beltonville Farm Campsite

Accommodation

As usual, there is no official accommodation provided. Competitors are asked to make their own arrangements. Bed and Breakfast and hotel accommodation can be found in the area by visiting local or on-line tourist information.

Sat Nav: SK17 8SS

Parking

Ample parking at the Beltonville Farm Campsite

Shower and Changing Facilities

There are toilets provided at the campsite. There are no competitor changing or showers provided.

Start List and Course Information

A start-list will appear on the official website soon.

http://www.slateman.co.uk/psuk/psuk-fell-23.htm

 

Start

At 1.30pm.

Map and Course

Distance - 9 Miles

Ascent 2000ft

Checkpoints:

To be Announced

Portable Sat Nav Devices

Sat Nav devices /mobile phones are permitted but not used to navigate unless in an emergency. Hard copy map should be carried throughout the race.

Route Description

The course is 9 miles and 2000 feet ascent. It traverses much of the Monsal Dale area.Fairly easy to navigate in good weather but in poor conditions be prepared to navigate! It is a very scenic course but has circa 2000 feet ascent so it is a fairly tough, demanding nine-mile course.

Maps, Check-Points and Waymarks

The course is considered as a fairly tough, rugged fell terrain. It will be way-marked with flags left at intervals. This is to ensure everyone runs the same course and does not get lost. This said, all competitors must still carry the map provided and be prepared to navigate themselves should flags go missing or in bad weather.

Check-points to be announced.

Novice Runners or Walking Challenge

We would like to encourage novice runners or walkers to take part in these races. Though the event is traditionally a 'race' it can also be titled as a 'Challenge' and can be run/walked at a progressive pace.

The cut-off time is 4 hours or 5.30pm. This would make it attractive to athletes wishing to complete the course at a steady but progressive walking pace.

Note: The Prize presentation will take place around 4.00pm so likely that walkers will miss the presentation but refreshments and finishing memento will be still available when you finish.

Competing in Pairs or a Group

There is no objection to competitors completing the course togeter as a pair or group. Each member would enter individually and receive a race number and carry the same kit.

Compulsory Kit Requirement

Competitors will need to carry the following equipment:-

1. Waterproof top and bottom body cover

2. Copy Map (Provided)

3. Compass and Whistle

4. Hat and Gloves

5. Suitable footwear for fell running

6. Waterproof full body cover - Top and Trousers All competitors must bring these to the event. - Only if poor weather conditions are forecast we will as they be carried  - This will be announce at Registration.

Each competitor should have navigational skills and be able to use a map and compass if required. Random kit checks will be carried out so please ensure you carry the required kit for the conditions. Any kit found missing will incur a time penalty. Those at the start without the required kit will not be allowed to compete.

Entry Field

Entry limit is circa 100. Pre-entry is required, though late, EOD or substitution is still an option for forces who have already entered a team before the closing date.

Registration and Pre-Race Briefing

Registration from 11am at the campsite - Pre-Race briefing at 1.20pm.

Post Race Meal and Presentation of Trophies

Light refreshments will be provided from 3.00pm at the finish. This will be followed by a formal presentation of trophies and prizes at approximately at 4pm.

Note: Cut-off time is 5pm so runners/walkers who do not finish by 3.30pm will still recieve a finishing memento and the light refreshments will still be available.

Trophies/Prizes

Men and Women

Championship Prizes

1st, 2nd and 3rd - Open

1st, 2nd and 3rd - Veteran 40+

Age Catagory Prizes

1st and 2nd - Male and Female

18 - 40, Veteran 45-49, Vet 50-54, Vet 55-59, Vet 60-64, Vet 65-69, Vet 70-75

1st, 2nd and 3rd Open Force Male or Mixed Teams (3 to count) (Lady may be included as the 2nd or 3rd counter)

1st, 2nd and 3rd Ladies Teams (3 to count) 

NB: Under FRA Rules the Veteran age is 40+ for both men and women.

Guest/Family Runners: Are not eligible for individual or team qualification or contend for any prizes. They should have paid the lesser family/guest entry fee.

British Police Fell Race Entry

Entry fee will be £22.00 for full competitors.

This fee covers the cost of:

    * Awards and prizes

    * Individual Race memento

    * Local Craft Beer

    * Post-Race water and food

    * Post-Race Presentation light refreshments

    * General organising costs

    * All event Booking Fees

Entry Options:

• £22 Main Entry Fee - Includes Entry and Prize Qualification, Mementos, Presentation meal

• £20 Family/Guest Entry Fee - Includes Entry, Mementos, Presentation meal BUT NO Prize Qualification,

• £17 Main Entry Fee - Excludes Presentation meal - Includes Mementos, Prizes

• £27 Main Entry Fee - Plus additional 1 x meal for your spectator

• £6  Additional Spectator Meal

How to Enter

We are using our usual BookitZone portal. The company are a reputable, secure, on-line booking service and the entry costs include any booking fees.

Qualification to Enter

This event is a 'Closed' Race.

Competitors must be fully paid 'police members' of their respective UK Force Sports Clubs and be a police officer, police staff, retired police/police staff (in receipt of a police pension) or member of the special constabulary/police volunteers.

Family Guests Entry

We now permit Spouse/Partner and Siblings (over 18) of an above defined 'police member' to participate. They compete in the same race but only as a 'Guest Familiy Member' and pay the slightly cheaper entry fee but will not qualify for individual or team prizes.

They may be defined by a Police Sports Club as an 'Honorary Member' so could be entitled to claim their entry from the Club also.

Pre-Race Recognizance

There are no objections to teams or individuals reconnoitering the course.

Closing Date

The closing date is 1 May 2023  - EOD and substitutions are acceptable on request to forces who have already pre-entered some runners. Please email me to discuss. Sorry, there are no entry fee refunds but named substitutions to pre-paid entries will be allowed on the day.

Entry Confirmation

All competitors will receive a confirmation of their entry from BookitZone and ongoing briefing information will be by email and on the event webpage right through to the event.

Further Event Information

British Police Fell Race Website and Social Media

Facebook - Closed Private Group

https://www.facebook.com/groups/2237701033168743/

Web - PSUK Athletics - Public Page:

http://www.slateman.co.uk/psuk/psuk-fell-23.htm

 

What'sApp Group - Private Group

Your mobile will be added to a 2023 Fell Race WhatsApp Group where we can communicate and update on event information. If you wish to opt outof the Grroup simply do this on WhatsApp.

Finally....

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any further questions or require any other information?

Event Organiser

Name: Steven Broadbent

Information about the organiser: Secretary of the Lancashire Constabulary Athletics Club 1991 - 2023

Experienced road, trail, XC and fell runner.

Organiser of the Lakeland Slateman Triathlon 1993, 1994, 1995
Lakeland Slateman Three Peaks 1997, 1998

1996 - 2023 Organiser of var

Link to events website: http://www.policesport.uk