Heart of Granite

The Heart of Granite is a challenging 20-mile (32 km) circular race held in the Galloway Mountains, starting and finishing at Caldons Old Campsite in Glen Trool, Newton Stewart, Scotland. The course features 1850 meters of ascent and passes notable landmarks such as Curleywee, Rig of Jarkness, the Murder Hole, and the summit of Merrick. Fully supported and marshalled by the Galloway Mountain Rescue Team, the event offers aid stations with food and water along the route and refreshments at the finish.

Designed for experienced fell runners with navigation skills, the race requires mandatory safety kit and is run under Scottish Hill Runners association rules. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.