Culzean Castle Trail Runs

Maybole, United Kingdom • 7 Mar 2027

Culzean Castle Trail Runs

The Culzean Castle Trail Runs take place within the Culzean Castle and Country Park in Ayrshire, on the west coast of Scotland. This 642-acre estate features a variety of terrain, including gardens, beaches, and woodland. The event uses the 18th-century castle, situated on the Ayrshire cliffs, as a backdrop for the various routes.

Participants can choose from three different distances:

  • 5 km Trail Run (minimum age 11)
  • 10 km Trail Run (minimum age 15)
  • Half Marathon Trail Run (minimum age 17)

The event is Canicross friendly, allowing one controlled dog per runner. Timing is managed using a live chip-timing system. The courses consist of a mixture of trails that travel through the estate, passing landmarks such as the Swan Pond, ice house, and formal gardens.

All finishers receive an event medal, merchandise, and a snack and drink. Participants have the option to purchase an event T-shirt during registration. On-site parking is available for a fee, which includes access to the grounds for both entrants and spectators during the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Half Marathon
Half Marathon Trail Run
10 km
10km Trail Run
5 km
5km Trail Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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