Burgh Backyard
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Burgh Backyard
Burgh Backyard is a backyard ultra held on 20 March 2027 at Dalkeith Country Park, Edinburgh. The event has a capacity of 200 runners and a minimum age of 18. Runners complete a measured loop of 6.7056 km each hour; everyone who finishes a loop within the hour may start the next one. The race continues until only one runner remains, who must complete one final solo loop to become the official Last One Standing. There is no set finish time or overall distance.
Each loop is an accurately measured, fully marked route that starts and finishes beside the event village on the Palace Lawn. There is no aid station on course; drinking water, hot water and basic food are available at the event village. The event is primarily self-supported and runners are responsible for their own food, nutrition and charging needs. Power at the village is reserved for event operations.
Support crew may assist runners between loops but cannot accompany or assist on the course. Each runner may bring one tent or gazebo (maximum 3 m x 3 m) and up to three support crew. Trekking poles and other artificial aids are not permitted.
Mandatory equipment includes a working headtorch, a backup light, a fully charged mobile phone, suitable footwear, clothing appropriate for conditions and a reusable cup or bottle. Every completed loop and total distance are recorded and every runner receives an event medal. Prizes include vouchers for the final finishing positions. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
