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Saltire 24, 12 and 6

Strachan, United Kingdom • 20-21 Jun 2026

Saltire 24, 12 and 6 is a late-June ultrarunning event held at Knockburn Sports Loch, Strachan, near Banchory, Aberdeenshire. It offers 24-, 12-, and 6-hour endurance options, run solo or as a team of 2-8, with each lap about 4.2 miles on a scenic, multi-terrain course through the Knockburn estate. The event celebrates midsummer with a welcoming atmosphere and community feel, supported by fixed and mobile marshals and medics, limited camping, and base facilities in the Sports Academy with showers. For teams, only one member runs at a time, and the event welcomes LGBTQ+ and non-binary participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Scotland Strachan

Race information

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24 km
24 Hour Ultra
12 km
12 Hour Ultra
6 km
6 Hour Ultra
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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