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Mactuff 10k Obstacle Course Challenge

Name: Mactuff 10k Obstacle Course Challenge
Start: 2026-05-02
End: 2026-05-02
Location: Fife

Fife, United Kingdom • 2 May 2026

MacTuff 5k & 10k Obstacle Course Challenge : Fife, Scotland

The MacTuff Spring Obstacle Course Challenge takes place on Saturday 2 May 2026 in Fife, Scotland. The event offers adult race options with teenagers able to participate only when supervised by a participating adult. Entries close on Friday 1 May 2026.

The course runs through mud and water and includes a series of obstacles designed to suit a range of abilities. Event entries include an event Tec T shirt and a finishers medal. Parking is free, spectator access is free, and event photos are provided free of charge.

Distances:

5 km
10 km

Late entry fees are listed as £36.50 for the 5 km and £41.50 for the 10 km. The format and setting emphasize outdoor, obstacle-based running over varied terrain. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Scotland Fife

Race information

Website Registration

10 km

10k Obstacle Course Challenge

5 km

5k Obstacle Course Challenge

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

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