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Cairnsmore Hill Race

Palnure, United Kingdom • 13 Dec 2025

The Cairnsmore Hill Race, organized by the Galloway Mountain Rescue Team, is a challenging winter hill running event held in the Southern Galloway mountains near Newton Stewart, Scotland. The race covers a circular 17.5 km (11 miles) route with 800 meters (2560 feet) of ascent, starting and finishing at Muirfad Farm, Palnure. Runners ascend steeply through the Door of Cairnsmore, proceed north along the Knee of Cairnsmore to the summit of Cairnsmore of Fleet, then descend to the finish.

The race requires participants to have fell running experience and navigation skills, as it may be run in full winter conditions. Mandatory kit includes map, compass, whistle, waterproof clothing, hat, and gloves. All profits support the Galloway Mountain Rescue Team. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Scotland Palnure

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18 km
800 m+
Cairnsmore Hill Race 17.50 Km / 11 Miles
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