The Race Across Scotland 2025 is a premier ultramarathon event scheduled for August 9 to 13, 2025. Organized by GB Ultras, this single-stage, 215-mile (346 km) race follows the Southern Upland Way from Portpatrick on the west coast to Cockburnspath on the east. Runners will navigate through diverse terrains, including rolling hills, remote moorlands, and forested paths, accumulating approximately 7,218 meters of elevation gain. The course includes 12 well-supported checkpoints, with live GPS tracking and a 100-hour time limit. Participants must apply for entry, demonstrating prior ultramarathon experience and proficiency in self-navigation. Finishers receive distinctive belt buckles: gold for the top 25, silver for positions 26–75, and bronze for all other finishers.
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The Race Across Scotland 215 Mile ultramarathon takes place on Saturday, August 9, 2025, covering 215 miles along the Southern Upland Way with a staggering elevation gain of 7,218 meters. Organized by GB Ultras, this legendary endurance challenge traverses some of Scotland’s wildest, most remote, and most beautiful terrain from Portpatrick to Cockburnspath.
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What is the Race Across Scotland 215 Mile?
How long is the Race Across Scotland 215 Mile?
Where does the Race Across Scotland 215 Mile take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Race Across Scotland 215 Mile?
How can I prepare for the Race Across Scotland 215 Mile?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Race Across Scotland 215 Mile?
The Race Across Scotland 215 Mile ultramarathon takes place on Saturday, August 9, 2025, covering 215 miles along the Southern Upland Way with a staggering elevation gain of 7,218 meters. Organized by GB Ultras, this legendary endurance challenge traverses some of Scotland’s wildest, most remote, and most beautiful terrain from Portpatrick to Cockburnspath.
The Race Across Scotland 215 Mile is 346km long.
The Race Across Scotland 215 Mile takes place in Portpatrick, UK.
The Race Across Scotland 215 Mile elevation gain is 7218 meters, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Race Across Scotland 215 Mile?
The Race Across Scotland 215 Mile ultramarathon takes place on Saturday, August 9, 2025, covering 215 miles along the Southern Upland Way with a staggering elevation gain of 7,218 meters. Organized by GB Ultras, this legendary endurance challenge traverses some of Scotland’s wildest, most remote, and most beautiful terrain from Portpatrick to Cockburnspath.
How long is the Race Across Scotland 215 Mile?
The Race Across Scotland 215 Mile is 346km long.
Where does the Race Across Scotland 215 Mile take place?
The Race Across Scotland 215 Mile takes place in Portpatrick, UK.
What is the elevation gain of the Race Across Scotland 215 Mile?
The Race Across Scotland 215 Mile elevation gain is 7218 meters, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
How can I prepare for the Race Across Scotland 215 Mile?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Race Across Scotland 215 Mile?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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