Cairnsmore Hill Race
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Cairnsmore Hill Race
The Cairnsmore Hill Race is a circular mountain course in the Southern Galloway mountains covering 17.50 km with 800 m of ascent. The route goes out over Knocktim, climbs steeply through the Door of Cairnsmore, continues north along the Knee of Cairnsmore to the summit of Cairnsmore of Fleet at the trig, then descends to the finish.
The event is based at Muirfad Farm, Palnure, Newton Stewart DG8 7BA. Checkpoints on the course are CP1 Bottom of Door of Cairnsmore NX 520 646, CP2 Knee of Cairnsmore NX 509 653 and CP3 Cairnsmore of Fleet Trig NX 501 670.
This is a winter fell race for entrants aged over 18 who have fell running experience and navigation skills; it may be contested in full winter conditions. Mandatory kit to be carried or worn includes a map, compass, whistle, waterproof top with integral hood and taped seams, waterproof bottoms with taped seams, hat and gloves.
Galloway Mountain Rescue marshalls will be on the course to record numbers at checkpoints and provide first aid, and hot soup and refreshments will be available at the finish. All profits from the race will go to Galloway Mountain Rescue Team. The race holds a permit from the Scottish Hill Runners association and is run under SHR rules. Standard entry fee is £15 with entries accepted on the day for £20. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
