MTC Selkie
Dornoch, United Kingdom • 3 Jun 2028
MTC SELKIE
The MTC SELKIE is listed as a 43 mile single-day ultra run on the Scottish coast, forming Day 8 of the nine-day MTC SCOTIA end-to-end series. The route starts at the Eagle Hotel in Dornoch and finishes at Inver Caravan Park in Dunbeath, with intermediate checkpoints at Golspie, Brora, Helmsdale and Berriedale. Total ascent is listed as 3,880 ft and total descent as 3,743 ft.
Entry is limited to 20 competitors plus an allowance of 20 MTC SCOTIA entrants, for a maximum field of 40. All finishers receive a SELKIE medal; male and female champions receive bespoke trophies. The event is cup-free and competitors are expected to bring a reusable cup.
Maps and GPX files are supplied to entrants only and are emailed approximately four weeks before the race. Organisers provide tracking devices with SOS capability and real-time tracking is available during the event. Competitors must carry mandatory kit including a backpack, head torch with spare batteries, provided route maps, compass or GPS device, whistle, mobile phone, basic first aid and emergency food.
The race enforces preset cut-off points based on a minimum average pace of 4 mph; falling below this minimum may result in withdrawal. Entry fees are non-refundable; a personal cancellation insurance option and a defer option are offered under specified conditions. A Plus Race Package is available to include an embroidered race shirt and a lightweight hi-viz jacket. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.