Kintyre Way Ultra

Tarbert, United Kingdom • 10 May 2025

The Kintyre Way Ultra is a scenic trail-running event held in the Kintyre peninsula of Scotland, featuring a 35-mile ultra marathon from Machrihanish to Campbeltown. The course offers varied terrain including hill paths, forestry tracks, beaches, and seaside rocks, with stunning views of the sea and nearby islands such as Arran, Islay, Jura, and Northern Ireland. The ultra is fully waymarked and includes support like refreshments, massage, showers, and GPS tracking for real-time progress updates. Runners can participate solo or in relay teams of two, with drop-bag services and mid-point checkpoints. The event is ideal for those seeking a challenging yet accessible ultra trail experience. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

35 mi
850 m+
Ultra Marathon
19 mi
850 m+
Relay Section 1
16 mi
470 m+
Relay Section 2
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