Simmer Dim Half Marathon

The Shetland Simmer Dim Half Marathon is a Scottish Athletics licensed event held in Shetland, starting at Cunningsburgh Hall. The race covers the official half marathon distance of 13.1 miles, primarily on roads, and finishes on an athletics track. It follows UK Athletics rules, including age restrictions (minimum 17 years), and prohibits wheelchairs, buggies, pets, and in-ear headphones.

The course has a strict 3-hour cutoff time, with an intermediate checkpoint at Gulberwick requiring runners to pass within 2 hours 15 minutes. The event offers race vests included in the entry fee and emphasizes a well-organized, competitive atmosphere in the scenic Shetland setting. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.