Glencoe Marathon Gathering
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Challenge yourself through the scenic pass of Glencoe, in the Highlands of Scotland. The route follows The West Highland Way from Glen Nevis to Kinlochleven where the half marathon runners start - all participants descend the Devil’s Staircase into the heart of Glencoe.
Glencoe Marathon and Half Marathon
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Sun, 5 Sept 2021
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Glencoe, United Kingdom
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Where and when
Location
Hotel, Glencoe, Ballachulish PH49 4HR, UK
Start times
Sun, 5 Sept 2021
Glencoe Marathon:
9:00am | Half Marathon:
11:00am Races summary
Here's what races are available for Glencoe Marathon Gathering
Glencoe Marathon
26.2mi
Half Marathon
13.1mi
Route information
Glencoe Marathon Route:
Kicking-off from the foot of Ben Nevis, the course gradually ascends through the South West of the Mamores Mountains until the first descent to Kinlochleven. As you make your way out of Kinlochleven there will be another steep climb up the Aonoach Eagach ridge.
At this point, the route tracks down the iconic Devil's Staircase and into Glencoe - site of the infamous Glencoe massacre in 1692. As you make your way through the valley you will see the towering Three Sisters to your left and the Aonach Eagach Ridge to your right.
The final stages will take athletes passed Loch Achtriochtan before speeding onto the outskirts of Glencoe Village for the finish.
**Half Marathon:
**The half marathon will begin in Kinlochleven and tracks the same route as the second half of the marathon, with a stunning Glencoe finish line.
Aid Stations:
Waterstop 1: 9.3km and 395m climb
Kinlochleven (Halfway): A further 12.15km and 268m climb
Waterstop 3: Another 11.84km and 635 climb
Finish: Final 8.83km and 70m climb
Kinlochleven (Halfway): A further 12.15km and 268m climb
Waterstop 3: Another 11.84km and 635 climb
Finish: Final 8.83km and 70m climb
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What's included
- Water and feed stations
- First aid
- Course marshalled
- Help with training
- Official event photographs
How to get there
Hotel, Glencoe, Ballachulish PH49 4HR, UK
Get full directions**Address (Marathon Start): Glen Nevis, Braveheart Carpark, Glencoe
Address (Half Marathon Start): Ice Factor, Kinlochleven
Finish (Both): The Red Squirrel Campsite, Glencoe
Car:** There is no car parking available at the start or finish line. There is extensive parking available in both Fort William and Kinlochleven.
NB: Please do not park along any single track roads.
Event Bus:
Start of Marathon
All participants in the Marathon have the option to travel by event bus to the start location. The buses will leave Glencoe at 07:30am and arrive at the start in Glen Nevis at approx 08:20. A bus will also leave Fort William at 08:15am .
Start of Half Marathon
All participants in the Half Marathon have the option to travel by event bus to the start location. The buses will leave Fort William at 0915, will and arrive at the Ice Factor, Kinlochleven (Event Start) at approx 1015. There will be a bus option to travel from Glencoe (for those who are staying in accommodation in Glencoe).
Finish of Event
Buses will leave the finish at 1430, 1530 and 1630 going to the Kinlochleven, Fort William and the Glen Nevis Centre.
Buses can be booked during the registartion process. Or you can log back into your account and buy once you have decided on your accomodation and logistics.
Event day logistics
Registration:
Sat 5th Sept
Where: Nevis Centre, Fort William PH33 6AN
When: 1300 - 2000
Please note, all marathon runners must check in at the above time, there will be no race day check in available.
Race-day Schedule:
0900: Marathon starts
0930 - 1030: Half marathon check in
1100: Half Marathon starts
Spectator Info
Spectators are firmly encouraged to come along and cheer on their friends or family who are taking part.
NB: Please be aware of the limited parking in Glen Nevis and Glen Coe. If you are looking to park up then please do so in Kinlochleven or Fort Willian.
Kit List
Mandatory:
- Waterproof jacket with a hood
- Waterproof trousers (recommended, but not compulsory)
- Hat and gloves
- Spare warm layer
- Emergency foil blanket
- Whistle
- Mobile phone, fully charged, in a waterproof case
- Emergency food
- Your event number and timing chip, which you will collect at registration and must be visible at all times
- Waterproof trousers (recommended, but not compulsory)
- Hat and gloves
- Spare warm layer
- Emergency foil blanket
- Whistle
- Mobile phone, fully charged, in a waterproof case
- Emergency food
- Your event number and timing chip, which you will collect at registration and must be visible at all times
FAQs
Can I register for the Glencoe Marathon on the day?
No, there will be race day entry. Please refer to the tickets above to register for the race.
Does the Glencoe Marathon have an age limit?
All entrants in both the Glencoe Marathon and the Mamores Half Marathon must be aged 18+ on the day of the event.
What are the aid stations stocked with?
Wild Fox events will stock their stations with water, energy drinks, energy snacks, fruit and hot drinks. There will also be toilets during the race.
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