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Gullane 8-hour Challenge

Name: Gullane 8-hour Challenge
Start: 2025-07-19
End: 2025-07-19
Location: Gullane

Gullane, United Kingdom • 19 Jul 2025

The Gullane 8-hour Challenge, organized by NU Limits, invites participants to complete as many 4.366-mile loops as possible within an 8-hour timeframe. Set against a diverse backdrop of sandy beaches, rugged coastlines, forest trails, and grassy fields, the event offers a unique running experience. Runners can achieve various milestones, such as a half marathon after three laps, a full marathon after six, and an ultra marathon with seven or more laps. The event emphasizes community, personal growth, and breaking barriers, making it a transformative journey for all participants. Registration is open until July 17, 2025. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Scotland Gullane

Race information

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4 mi

367 m+

4.366 Miles

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

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Trail Busters Easter Race

Lochgelly - 19 mi from Gullane

4 mi

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Dalgety Bay 10K

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Sunday Jun 1

Chariots Of Fire Beach Race

St Andrews - 21 mi from Gullane

1 mi

5 km

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Turnhouse Hill Race

Penicuik - 21 mi from Gullane

2 km

5 km

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Saturday Jun 14

Traprain Law Hill Race

East Linton - 7 mi from Gullane

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Saturday Jun 14

Saltire Trail Races

North Berwick - 4 mi from Gullane

2 km

5 km

10 km

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