Gullane 8-hour Challenge

Gullane 8-hour Challenge : 27 Feb 2027

The Gullane 8-hour Challenge is a loop-based endurance event held on 27 February 2027. Participants complete as many 4.366 mile laps as possible within an eight hour time window. Each lap includes approximately 367 ft of ascent and traverses sandy beach, rocky coastline, forest trail, and grassy fields.

Lap totals are recorded by an electronic wristband timing system that logs the start and finish time of each lap and provides a final lap count. Runners must not cover the tag and should avoid congregating at the start area after finishing a lap to ensure accurate readings. On race completion runners check out at the event basecamp, hand in timing tags, and receive a finisher bag together with a lap breakdown.

Lap distances and equivalences:

• 3 laps = Half marathon
• 6 laps = Full marathon
• 7+ laps = Ultra marathon

Event basecamp offers kit storage under three 6 x 3 meter gazebos; organisers do not accept liability for lost kit. Spectators are welcome at basecamp. Mandatory participant kit includes minimum 1500 ml fluid, 60–90 g carbohydrates per hour of running, appropriate clothing for weather, dry clothes for after the event, and a mobile phone. Parking is available adjacent to basecamp for a small fee.

Refunds are available up to two months before the event. Transfers to other events are permitted up to one month before; participant transfers are allowed up to one week before. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.