Aviemore Half Marathon

Aviemore, United Kingdom • 4-5 Oct 2025

Located near Aviemore in the Cairngorms, the Aviemore Half Marathon and 10k for All start and finish at Badaguish Outdoor Centre. The event offers two scenic, off-road routes through Glenmore Forest Park with views of Loch Morlich, Cairn Gorm and surrounding mountains. The half includes a very short stretch on a ski road and crosses it twice; both courses are designed with minimal elevation but feature sweeping descents. An on-site event village hosts food, drinks and vendors, with electronic timing by Perfect Timing and a finishers’ medal. Shuttle buses from Aviemore and limited parking are provided; the event is run by Badaguish for the Speyside Trust. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
10k Race for All
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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