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Glentress 8-Hour Challenge

Name: Glentress 8-Hour Challenge
Start: 2026-06-06
End: 2026-06-06
Location: Peebles

Peebles, United Kingdom • 6 Jun 2026

Glentress 8-Hour Challenge

The Glentress 8-Hour Challenge is a long-distance running event organized by NU Limits Running Ltd. The event takes place at Glentress and is designed to test physical boundaries and mental endurance through a timed format. Participants have a total of 8 hours to complete as much distance as possible within the designated course area.

The event focuses on personal performance and breaking personal barriers. It is open to a variety of participants, including those who are new to the sport as well as individuals aiming for personal records. The format emphasizes reaching new physical and mental heights within a community-focused environment.

Registration for the event remains open until early June, specifically closing a few days before the scheduled date. The competition is part of a series of challenges that utilize forest and trail settings to provide a venue for runners to uncover their potential and achieve limitless results. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Scotland Peebles

Race information

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31 mi

Ultra Marathon (7+ Laps)

Marathon

Full Marathon (6 Laps)

Half Marathon

Half Marathon (3 Laps)

8-Hour Challenge (4.366 Mile Loops)

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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