Saltire 24, 12 and 6
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Event overview
Saltire 24, 12 and 6 is a lapped endurance trail running event set for Saturday 20th to Sunday 21st June 2026 at Knockburn Sports Loch, Strachan, Banchory (AB31 6LL). The event offers three timed race options: 24 hour, 12 hour, and 6 hour. Participants may enter as solo runners or in teams; team sizes for the 24 hour option range from 2 to 8 and only one team member runs at any time. The course uses waymarked trails within the Knockburn estate and passes near Kerloch Hill and Fetteresso Forest. The lap distance is 4.2 miles.
Facilities, rules and entries
The event is open to entrants aged 18 or older. Fixed and mobile safety marshals and medics will be positioned around the course. Limited serviced camping will be available on site. Peripheral support is available at the event base in the Sports Academy and there is access to the shower block next to the conference centre; event portaloos are gender neutral. The organisers state the event is LGBTQ+ and non-binary friendly. Entries opened 3 July 2025 and close 31 May 2026; entry fees vary by race option and booking date. The entry list shows 143 participants to date. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
