Ultra Scotland 50

Saint John's Town of Dalry, United Kingdom • 6 Jun 2026

Ultra Scotland 50 is a challenging 56-mile ultra marathon held along Scotland's scenic Southern Upland Way, starting at St. John's Town of Dalry and finishing at Moffat Rugby Club. The course features 2,447 meters of elevation through forests, valleys, and mountains of southern Scotland, with historical significance including the Covenanter’s Burning Bush.

The event accommodates 400 runners with a 20-hour cut-off time and offers live online tracking. Participants must carry mandatory safety gear and pass through multiple checkpoints providing refreshments and medical support. The race is part of the GB Ultras 50 Mile Slam and Grand Slam series, offering medals based on finishing position. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

56 mi
2447 m+
Ultra Scotland 50 - 56 Miles
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