Gelston 5 Mile Road Race

The Gelston 5 Mile Road Race is scheduled for July 15, 2025, as part of Castle Douglas Civic Week. This event features a certified five-mile route that takes runners through scenic, undulating country roads, including a challenging uphill section followed by a downhill finish at Carlingwark Loch. The race starts at Lochside Park and is organized under UK Athletics rules, with a limit of 150 participants.

Entry fees are set at £6 for affiliated runners and £8 for unaffiliated runners, with registration closing the day before the event. Music devices are not permitted during the race. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.