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Distance
56 Miles
Elevation
2,447M
Start Date
Sat, 5th Jun 2027
Location
St Johns
Cut-off Time
20 Hours
Embark on an incredible 56-mile adventure in 2026 with the Ultra Scotland 50, traversing the glorious Southern Upland Way, one of Scotland's renowned Great Trails. Starting in St. John's Town of Dalry, steeped in history as the home of the Covenanter's Burning Bush, you'll discover the remarkable forests, verdant valleys, and majestic mountains of Southern Scotland.
This promises to be a memorable and landmark event, offering the full backing of GB Ultras support throughout the course. Stay connected with Live Online Tracking via GB Race Tracker, allowing your friends and family to follow your every step. The meticulously way-marked trail presents a significant challenge with 2,560m of ascent, rewarding your efforts with breath taking scenery. The Ultra Scotland 50 is also recognised within the global ultra-running community, offering valuable UTMB performance index and ITRA mountain points.
Ready to test your limits? Secure your place on the Ultra Scotland 50 now! You even have the option to pay by instalments, making it easier to commit to this epic adventure.
The Scotland 50 Mile Ultra by GB Ultra kicks off at 6:15 AM on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from the St Johns Town of Dalry Town Hall, Ayr Road, DG7 3SW. Don't forget to collect your bib number and GB Race Tracker between 4:15 AM and 5:30 AM on the morning of the race.
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Race Summary
Distance: 56 Miles
Elevation: 2,447M
Start Date: Sat, 5th Jun 2027
Location: St Johns
Cut-off Time: 20 Hours
Minimum Average Pace
The minimum average pace required to finish within the event's cut-off.
Per km: 13:19/km
Per mile: 21:26/mi
Please note: these are estimate calculations and don't account for any rolling checkpoint cut-offs.
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