Speyside Way Ultras

Buckie, United Kingdom • 16 Aug 2025

The Speyside Way Ultras is a trail running event in Scotland offering two ultra-distance options: a 50km and a 100km race. The 50km course runs from Tamdhu Distillery to Buckie along the scenic Speyside Way, featuring whisky country towns, a challenging climb at Ben Aigen, coastal paths, and forestry trails. The 100km race starts in Aviemore, adding an epic mountainous section before joining the 50km route. Both courses are mostly downhill and runnable, appealing to both experienced ultra runners and newcomers. The event is rich in history, having attracted renowned athletes since its inception in 1994, and finishes with a picturesque coastal town setting. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

100 km
Speyside Way 100k
50 km
Speyside Way 50k
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