Snow Running Glenshee

Spittal of Glenshee, United Kingdom • 28 Feb 2026

Event details

Snow Running 2026 takes place on Saturday 28 February 2026 at Glenshee ski station in the Scottish mountains. The event is a hill running circuit on compact piste snow, run at sunset and into the winter night. There are two course distances:

  • 6.5 km
  • 11.5 km

Course and equipment

The course uses marked flags on the piste. GPX files and OSmaps are available for download. Participants are asked to bring a paper map and compass as a backup in case electronic devices fail. A kit check takes place at registration and there will be spot checks before the start. Mini crampons are likely to be required to wear or carry. A front (white) and rear (red) torch are required; a spare torch or spare batteries are recommended.

Registration, prizes and refunds

Registration opens in the afternoon and has a hard closure at 16:30. Prize giving and a lucky dip draw take place after the race. Hot food and drinks can be purchased at the ski station cafe. Refunds are issued minus a £5 administration fee. Refund requests must be made 30 days before race day; no refunds will be given after that date. Participants are expected to have sufficient training, health and mountain experience. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

12 km
Long
7 km
Short
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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