Forth Ultra
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Event overview
The Forth Ultra and Team Relay is a circular ultramarathon around the Firth of Forth estuary on 25 April 2026. The route starts and finishes at Helix Park, Falkirk, and crosses two Forth bridges while linking the Fife Coastal Path and the John Muir Way. The course is waymarked so no navigation is required.
The event is open to solo runners and relay teams of 2 or 4. The total distance is 44 miles / 71 km with a total ascent of 1739 ft / 530 m. The advertised time limit for completion is 11 hours and there is an intermediate cut-off at the end of stage 2 (runners must reach this point within 6 hours to continue).
Race details
The route is mixed terrain, approximately 85% road and 15% trail, and is divided into four stages with three checkpoint snack stations and a finish area. Timing is by chip through the stages and checkpoints. The organiser provides water and snack stations at four checkpoints, finishers medals, race t-shirts, and branded snacks from sponsors.
Practical arrangements note that the main event car park will be at Falkirk College, about a 15-minute walk to the Helix Pavilion, and the Kelpies car park should not be used for event parking. Toilets will be available at the start/finish area and at the Helix cafe. Solo entrants should be confident of completing long runs and organisers suggest regular runs of around 20 miles as preparation. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.