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Yetholm Hill Race

Kelso, United Kingdom • 1 Jun 2025

The Yetholm Hill Race, held near Kirk Yetholm, Scotland, is a challenging 12.8 km hill running event with 760 meters of ascent. It serves as the Scottish Athletics Senior and Under-23 Hill Running Championships and is part of the Scottish Hill Runners Championship. The course is partially marked and requires participants to carry essential safety gear, including full body cover, map, compass, whistle, and emergency food.

The race is a dry route with no water stations, so runners must bring their own hydration. Safety is supported by the Border Search & Rescue Unit, with proceeds donated to them. Entry is pre-registration only, with a modest entry fee. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Scotland Kelso

Race information

Website Registration
12 km
760 m+
Cat Am. 12.8km/760m
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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