The Moray Marathon
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The Moray Marathon & Chilled 20 Mile Race
The event takes place on 05 April 2026 in Elgin and includes two road races: a full marathon and a 20 mile race. Both events are Scottish Athletics approved; the marathon is a qualifying course. Starting point and registration are at Morriston Track, Morriston Playing Fields, Haugh Road, Elgin, IV30 1AW. The event is run on open roads and is not a closed road race.
- Marathon
- 20 Mile Race
Race rules, facilities and logistics
Entrants must be over 18 on race day. The course is unsuitable for wheelchairs. Running with buggies or pets is not permitted. Headphones must be bone conducting. No on-the-day entries are permitted. Cut-off times are stated: marathon 7 hours and 20 mile 5 hours. The Chilled 20 starts at mile 6.2 of the marathon route in Roseisle and joins the marathoners about 10 km into the marathon. The Chilled 20 uses chip timing; awards are given on gun time.
Medals are provided for finishers and there are medals, buffs and basic free refreshments at the finish. Course record times are listed and a cash prize is offered for breaking the marathon record. There are changing facilities and toilets at start and finish; some local leisure centre members have access to nearby facilities. No bib transfers, deferrals or refunds except if the race is cancelled. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
