Alford Bull Running Festival

Alford, United Kingdom • 23 Aug 2026

Alford Bull Running Festival

The Alford Bull Running Festival, supported by RE/MAX Scotland, has expanded from the Mini Bull Run into a full day of races for a wide range of ages. Any profit from the event will be donated to Alford Bull Running Club to fund permanent floodlighting at the Grampian Transport Museum.

Races on the day include the following distances:

  • 300 m → 1.2 km age-graded fun runs for preschoolers through 12-year-olds
  • 600 m relay loop for teams of one adult and one child aged 12 and under
  • 5 km mixed-terrain trail race for runners aged 13 and above
  • 10 km certified road race for runners aged 16 and above

Routes start and finish at Haughton House for the mini events and the trail race. The 10 km finishes at Flower Meadow in Haughton Park. The 5 km course uses park trails and quiet country roads and may include uneven ground and tree roots. The 10 km is an officially measured road route on quiet roads; both courses are marshalled and signposted, with water stations on the 10 km route.

Entry is online only. Entry fees are set by event and include a medal and a goody-bag for children in relay teams. There are no on-the-day entries and no refunds. Parking is available at Haughton Park and Alford Village car parks; toilets are at Haughton Park car parks. Refreshments and photography opt-out are handled at registration. Trail surfaces can be uneven, marshals are present and must be followed, and no dogs are permitted on any course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 km
10km Road Race
5 km
5km Trail Race
Mini Bull Run (age 7-9)
Mini Bull Run (age 4-6)
Mini Bull Run (age 10-12)
Mini Bull Relay Run
The Toddle
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

Trail running weekend on the Glen Tanar Estate in Aboyne on 25 and 26 July 2026, with races through moorland, pine forest and beside the River Tanar. Distances range from 10 km to 55 km, plus family runs and a toddler dash.

A 10 mile multi-terrain race in Aberlour on 01 August 2026, with registration beside the Old Station Tearooms in Alice Littler Park. Online entries close 30 July and places are available on the day; note roads are open to traffic.

A 5.72 km hill race at Craibstone Golf Course in Aberdeen on 4 August 2026, part of the Krunce monthly series; entry £2 cash and field capped at 99.

A hill race at the Ballater Highland Games with a marked route to the summit, village sections, and ongoing bonuses for new course records.

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