Bruce's Crown Race
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Event details
Bruce's Crown Race takes place on Saturday 11 to Sunday 12 April 2026 with start and finish at Caldons, Glentrool, in Galloway. The route covers 46 miles across three hill ranges in Galloway (Minnigaff Hills, Rhinns of Kells and the Awful Hand) and climbs over 4000 metres. On a clear day the route provides wide views toward the Southern Highlands, the Lake District and Snowdonia, Moffat and the Border hills, and the Mountains of Mourne.
Format and safety
The event is for teams of 2 to 4 people; teams must stay together and check into each checkpoint as a complete team. Teams of 3 may be eligible for prizes in the "Team of 2" category. Prizes are awarded to Teams of 4 and Teams of 2. There are two on-route cutoffs and an overall 24-hour completion cutoff. The course has very few paths, variable underfoot conditions, and requires navigation skills. Three manned food checkpoints will serve hot food and drinks, and Galloway Mountain Rescue Team will be stationed on the ranges to provide support.
Entries, fees and other information
Minimum age is 18 on the event date. Entries use a pre-selection list to allocate places; initial entry does not require immediate payment if placed on the pre-selection list. Entry fee is £75 per person (£150 for a team of 2, £300 for a team of 4). Camping is included in the fee and should be indicated at registration. Net proceeds after expenditure will be donated to Galloway Mountain Rescue Team toward their new base. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
