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Cairngorms Ultra

Braemar, United Kingdom • 13 Jun 2026

Event details

The Cairngorms Ultra Trail Race takes place on 13 June 2026 and is organised by High Terrain Events. The race distance is 60 km with a total ascent of 1006 m (about 3300 ft). The event is based at Mar Lodge Estate in Braemar, Aberdeenshire (postcode AB35 5YJ); Mar Lodge Estate is 3 miles west of Braemar. Briefing notes will be available to download approximately 5–7 days before the event.

Location and registration

The route lies within the Cairngorms National Park in the Scottish Highlands and uses a mix of well‑maintained trails, tracks and paths that lead into the surrounding mountains, glens and rivers. Registration closes on 8 June 2026 at 23:59. There were 181 remaining places listed. Entry fees are shown as £62.00 plus fee through 30 November 2025 and £67.00 plus fee from 1 December 2025; an additional fee of 4% per participant is listed. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Scotland Braemar

Race information

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60 km
48 km
Short Course Ultra
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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