Run Balmoral

Ballater, United Kingdom • 5 Apr 2026

Run Balmoral - 4 and 5 April 2026

Run Balmoral is a weekend of organised races held on the Balmoral Estate in Ballater, Scotland. The event takes place across two days and uses routes on the Balmoral Estate and in Royal Deeside. The venue postcode is AB35 5TB.

The event has operated since 1998 and has been managed by the community based company Balmoral Road Races Ltd since 2005. It is a not for profit company limited by guarantee and income from the event is reinvested into future editions.

A small team of two directors runs the event with the support of a large group of volunteers. The event also receives support from a number of long term sponsors. An annual report summarising each year’s event is produced.

The programme includes a mix of road and trail distances and specific races for school age participants. Distances offered include:

  • 1.5 km primary school race
  • 2.5 km secondary school race
  • 5 km
  • 10 km
  • 6 miles
  • 15 miles
  • 30.3 miles

Registration for the 2026 event closes on 30 March 2026. The organiser is Run Balmoral. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

15 mi
James & George Collie 15 Mile Trail Race
6 mi
Run Balmoral 6 Mile Trail Race
10 km
Stena Drilling 10k
5 km
Harbour Energy 5k
Ram Tubulars Secondary Schools 2.5k
Mcintosh Plant Hire 1.5k Primary School Children’s Race
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

A rugged 55 mile circular trail across Perthshire with 2,250 metres of ascent and UTMB qualifying points. Self sufficient race starts and finishes at Gulabin Lodge, ending with a dramatic climb to An Lairig Pass and stunning views.

Experience a monthly trail running series at the base of Bennachie featuring four 5 km races through forest tracks. Compete for the best overall time in this evening summer event held near the Bennachie Visitor Centre.

Test your limits at the MacTuff Really Muddy 5k and 10k in Aberdeen. Navigate a course of mud water and obstacles to receive your technical T shirt and finishers medal.

A muddy outdoor run at Castle Fraser on 17 May 2026 offering 3 km for kids and adults plus 5 km and 10 km for adults. The route crosses bogs, pools and forest terrain; participants receive a t-shirt and a custom medal.

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