El-Brim-Ick Hill Race
Aberdeen, United Kingdom • 3 Jan 2026
Event details
The El-Brim-Ick Hill Race is scheduled for 3 January 2026 and is organised by the Cosmic Hillbashers Running Club. The route starts from Craibstone Golf Club, Bucksburn, Aberdeen, AB21 9SX. The course distance is 4.25 miles with a total ascent of approx. 856 ft. Entry is £17 and places are limited to 99. All runners must be 18 or over on race day. There are strictly no entries on the day.
Course and logistics
The route will have limited course markings, so runners are expected to be able to navigate. Higher sections are exposed and participants should come prepared for that. Marshals will be positioned at strategic locations and at the road crossing to provide safety and directional guidance. No dogs are allowed on the course with runners. Parking is available at Craibstone Golf Club but may be limited; an overspill car park will be used and marshals will give directions. Additional parking is available at nearby Brimmond and Elrick car parks. Toilets and changing rooms are available at the clubhouse. The event is run under Scottish Hill Runners guidelines and entrants are responsible for their own safety.
Prizes and refreshments
Age-category prizes are offered in the following groups: female senior, FV40, FV50, FV60, FV70; male senior, MV40, MV50, MV60, MV70. Race entry includes either stovies, beetroot and oatcakes, or a vegan curry served with rice and a poppadom; both options include a refillable hot or cold drink. Runners must indicate the vegan option when registering. There are no water stations on course. A selection of homebakes will be available for sale. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.