MTC Selkie
Dornoch, United Kingdom • 5 Jun 2027
Event details
The MTC SELKIE is a new ultra running event for 2027, scheduled for 5 June 2027 and forming Day 8 of the nine-day MTC SCOTIA end-to-end series. The route runs from Dornoch (Eagle Hotel) to Dunbeath (Inver Caravan Park). The organiser provides a finisher's SELKIE medal and male and female champion trophies; a race package option includes an embroidered race shirt and a lightweight hi-viz race jacket (package priced at £155, standard entry £90). The event is listed as a long-distance ultra with ascent and descent figures of 3,880 ft and 3,743 ft respectively and is described in source materials with distances reported around 42–45 miles.
Logistics and rules
Entry is limited to 20 open places plus an additional allowance of 20 for SCOTIA competitors, giving a maximum of 40 starters. The race is cup-free; competitors must bring a reusable cup. Cut-off times are enforced using a minimum average speed of 4.0 mph; falling below this minimum can lead to withdrawal. Competitors must be aged 18 or over and carry mandatory kit including a backpack, head torch with spare batteries, provided route maps, compass or GPS device, whistle, mobile phone, emergency food, and a basic first-aid kit. Maps and GPX files and competitor tracking are provided to entrants. All entry fees are non-refundable under the organiser's terms. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.