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MTC Selkie

Dornoch, United Kingdom • 5 Jun 2027

The MTC SELKIE is a challenging 43-mile ultra marathon held in Scotland, forming Day 8 of the nine-day Mount to Coast SCOTIA End to End Challenge. The race starts at the Eagle Hotel in Dornoch and finishes in Dunbeath, featuring a route with approximately 3,880 feet of ascent and 3,743 feet of descent. Limited to 20 solo entrants plus 20 SCOTIA competitors, the event demands a minimum pace of 4 mph with cut-off times at checkpoints. Participants receive a bespoke finisher's medal, with trophies for male and female champions. The race emphasizes self-sufficiency, requiring mandatory kit and navigation skills, and celebrates Scottish myths and legends, particularly the Selkie folklore. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Scotland Dornoch

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43 mi
1183 m+
Mtc Selkie 43 Miles
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