MTC Grimalkin

Perth, United Kingdom • 1 Jun 2027

Event overview

The MTC GRIMALKIN is a single-day ultra race held on 1 June 2027. It is part of the Mount to Coast End to End Challenge and is Day 4 of the nine-day MTC SCOTIA series. The route runs from Travelodge Perth (A9) to Atholl Guest House, Pitlochry, covering approximately 34 miles. Competitor numbers are limited to 20, with an additional allowance of 20 SCOTIA competitors for a maximum field of 40.

Entry, route and rules

Entry fees are listed as £90 for the standard entry and £155 for the Plus Race Package, which includes a race shirt and lightweight hi-viz jacket if ordered at least four weeks before the event. All entries and payments are non-refundable. The organiser provides race mapping and GPX files to entrants by email about four weeks before the race and issues tracking devices with SOS buttons for real-time monitoring.

The route uses fixed check points (examples: Bankfoot at ~8 miles, Dunkeld at ~16.4 miles, Pitlochry at ~24.3 miles) and has preset cut-offs based on a minimum average speed of 4 mph; competitors who fall below this requirement may be withdrawn. The event is cup-free; competitors should bring a reusable cup. Mandatory kit includes a backpack, head torch with spare batteries, route maps, compass or GPS, whistle, mobile phone, basic first aid and emergency food. Entrants must be 20 years or over on the race day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

34 mi
3126 m+
34 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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