Acorn Sandhead 10

ACORN Sandhead 10

The ACORN Sandhead 10 is a ten mile multi terrain race from Sandhead to Stranraer held on 13 September 2026. The route covers the final section of the Mull of Galloway Trail and combines coastal path, sands, dunes, quiet roads, farm fields and a short woodland descent before finishing in Stranraer.

Runners start on the sands of Luce Bay, move onto dunes and then onto quiet back roads after roughly 5 km. The route briefly follows the Southern Upland Way and finishes along the Loch Ryan front, passing the old ferry terminal and the marina, with a final loop around Agnew Park and a finish by the pier. The Mull of Galloway Trail section is waymarked and contains no large ascents or scrambling.

The entry fee is listed as £19.50 with an additional charge for non ARC affiliated participants. Included with entry are bus travel from Stranraer to Sandhead, on course water and snacks, finish line refreshments, route marshals, qualified first aid cover, a finishers goody bag and an eco medal. Podium prizes include vouchers and local cheese; £1 from each entry is donated to Stranraer Youth Pantry and there is an option to support Better Lives Partnership Stranraer.

Water stations are placed at approximately 5 km intervals. Timing is manual and results are published after compilation. A bag drop is available at the start with limited vehicle space. A four hour cut off applies for completion. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.