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Hirsel 5K

Name: Hirsel 5K
Start: 2025-09-21
End: 2025-09-21
Location: Coldstream

Coldstream, United Kingdom • 21 Sep 2025

Hirsel 5k is a 5-kilometre trail run around the Hirsel landscape in Coldstream, starting and finishing near the old Hirsel Golf Club. The route winds through woodland and tracks surrounding the former golf course and is fully marshalled for safety. The event combines fundraising for the local civic week with a friendly competitive edge, offering a prize for the fastest male, female, and under-15 runners.

A warm-up session by KDFIT kick-starts the morning, and finish-line atmosphere is complemented by snacks from local businesses. Parking is limited, toilets are available nearby, and maps are shared on Facebook. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Scotland Coldstream

Race information

Registration

5 km

5 Kilometers

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

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