Ben Nevis Race
Fort William, United Kingdom • 6 Sep 2025
The Ben Nevis Race is a challenging annual hill running event held in Fort William, Scotland, featuring an ascent and descent of Ben Nevis, Britain's highest mountain at 4,409 feet. The race starts and finishes at Claggan Park, attracting up to 600 competitors who must be members of bona fide running or athletics clubs and meet strict entry criteria, including prior completion of qualifying hill races. The course tests endurance and mountain running skills, with a vibrant atmosphere supported by vendors and spectators at the start/finish area. The event emphasizes safety and community, making it a prestigious and demanding race in the hill running calendar. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.