MTC Nuckelavee
Edinburgh, United Kingdom • 31 May 2027
The event
The MTC NUCKELAVEE is a single-day ultra running race held on 31 May 2027. It is Day 3 of the nine-day Mount to Coast SCOTIA series. The route runs from Travelodge Edinburgh Airport to Travelodge Perth A9 and covers approximately 40 miles (route details list 40.1 miles). Reported total ascent is 2,712 ft and total descent 2,733 ft. All finishers receive a bespoke NUCKELAVEE medal; male and female champions also receive a trophy. Entrants may upgrade at checkout to include an embroidered race shirt and a lightweight hi-viz jacket.
Logistics, rules and kit
Entry is limited to 20 race-only competitors with an additional allowance of 20 SCOTIA competitors, for a maximum of 40 starters. Entry fees are non-refundable; the listed fee is £90 for standard entry or £155 for the Plus Race Package. Competitors may add optional personal cancellation insurance at booking and may defer to the following year for a fee of £15 if done four weeks before the event.
The organisers enforce preset cut-offs based on a minimum average speed of 4.0 mph; competitors falling below this requirement may be withdrawn. The race is cup-free; competitors must bring their own reusable cup. Maps and GPX files, plus real-time tracking and issued tracking devices with SOS, are provided only to entrants. Mandatory kit includes a backpack, head torch with spare batteries, route maps, compass or GPS, whistle, mobile phone, emergency food, basic first aid and a waterproof map case. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.