Formartine & Buchan Railway Ultra
Maud, United Kingdom • 9 May 2026
Event
The Formartine & Buchan Railway ultra is a time-based running event on the Formartine & Buchan railway line between Maud railway station and Auchnagatt village hall. The total distance from Maud to Auchnagatt is estimated at 4.3 miles. The event offers two timed courses:
- 12 Hour
- 6 Hour
Competitors aim to run as much distance as they can within the chosen time limit. Mini laps will be open towards the end of the race; only completed mini short laps are counted. Organisers advise participants to have a support crew; crews can provide support at either end. Age restrictions apply: participants must be 20 years or older, with rules referenced under Scottish Athletics.
Location is listed as Maud Railway Museum and Maud railway station (postcode AB42 5LY). The event is organised by Tay & Ram Running Events.
Entries, fees and prizes
Entries opened 11 May 2025 and close 15 March 2026. Entry numbers listed at the time of the posting show 12 participants registered. Entry fees are:
- UKA Member: £60.00
- Non Member: £62.00
For the 12-hour event there are category prizes for male and female Senior, Veteran, Vet 50, and Vet 60. The 6-hour event has 1st, 2nd and 3rd prizes. There is also an overall male and female champion trophy returned to organisers each year. A minimum distance of 26.3 is specified to qualify for a medal and goodie bag. The event offers an optional XCover purchase for potential refund in certain circumstances. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.