Highland 8-Hour Challenge
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Highland 8-hour Challenge - 07 Mar 2026
The event is an 8-hour challenge on trail paths around Glenmore. Participants complete as many 4.366 mile loops as possible within the 8-hour time limit. Each lap has about 570 ft of ascent. Distance equivalents:
- 3 laps = Half Marathon
- 6 laps = Full Marathon
- 7+ laps = Ultra Marathon
Logistics and rules
Basecamp is located near Hayfield Car Park, which the organiser secures for event use. Basecamp can be used for kit storage. Each participant may erect one tent in the Basecamp area. There are three 6 x 3 metre gazebos for shared storage. Spectators are welcome at Basecamp.
A mandatory kit list is specified, including sufficient nutrition and hydration (minimum 500 ml fluid per hour and 60–90 g carbohydrates per hour), appropriate clothing for weather, dry clothes for after the event, and a mobile phone. Timing uses HuTag wrist devices on velcro straps that record each lap. Tags must not be covered and must be returned to Basecamp marshals to finalise lap counts and receive the finisher prize. Refunds are available up to two months before the event; no refunds within two months. Event transfers (to another event in the same calendar year) are allowed up to one month before. Participant place transfers are allowed up to one week before. Entry price listed as £44.95 until 04 Mar 2026. Total places: 250. Status: Open. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
