Eildon Three Hill Race
Melrose, United Kingdom • 20 Jun 2026
Event overview
The Eildon Three Hill Senior Race takes place on 20 June 2026 in Gibson Park, Melrose. This is the 65th edition of the event. Entry is online only and the event status is listed as open. Registration on the day opens at 13:00 and closes at 14:00. Cash prizes are offered for all age category winners. The race is run under UK Athletics rules and is a Scottish Athletics licensed event.
Entry and prices
An early bird discount applies to entries made by 31 January 2026. Early entry fees are £6 for Scottish Athletics (SA) members and £8 for non-SA members. Standard entry fees from 1 February until the closing date on 17 June 2026 are £10 for SA members and £12 for non-SA members. The event has a total of 160 places.
Course and safety
The route covers 7.2 km with 510 m of ascent and traverses the three Eildon Hills, with start and finish at Gibson Park. The course will be fully marked. Marshals and the Tweed Valley Mountain Rescue Team will be on the hill. There is no cut-off time to complete the race.
Runners must carry a whistle. If the forecast is poor, runners may be asked to carry a waterproof jacket and something to carry it in. No water will be provided on the hill, so runners should plan accordingly. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.