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Kirkhill 8

Aberdeen, United Kingdom • 23 May 2026

Kirkhill 8

Kirkhill 8 takes place on 23 May 2026 at Kirkhill Forest (57°12'45.5"N 2°14'15.7"W). The event is the fourth edition and uses a single trail loop of 4.3 miles. Runners may repeat the loop during an overall race period of eight hours to achieve a chosen total distance.

Course, entry and rules

Distances that entrants commonly target include:

  • 20 miles
  • 26.2 miles
  • 50 km
  • 40 miles
  • 50 miles

Entry is pre-entry only with a closing date of 30 April 2026. There are 100 total places and a waiting list will operate once entry is full. No refunds or deferrals are available. Entrants must be 18 years or older on the day. Race swaps are allowed up to 30 April 2026 through the organisers.

The event is cupless. Water is available at a designated station and marshals will fill runners' bottles or cups. External support, pacers, running poles and dogs are not allowed. Participants must carry minimum safety kit for the entirety of the event: waterproof jacket and trousers, hat, gloves and a foil blanket; a whistle and full body waterproof cover are also listed as required items. The event is stated to be LGBT and QIA+ friendly. Prices for entry are listed until 30 April 2026. Service fees apply. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Scotland Aberdeen

Race information

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50 mi
50 Miles
40 mi
40 Miles
50 km
50k
26 mi
26.2 Miles
20 mi
20 Miles
4 mi
4.3 Mile Loop
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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