Welcome to the inuagural Willam Wallace Running Festival

Saturday 11th October 2025

Step onto Scotland’s most storied battlefields, where warriors once fought for freedom, and take on your own epic challenge.
Are you ready to take the field?

Choose your contest and troop formation!

William Wallace 70km Ultra - Solos, and Relay Teams of 3 or 6

William Wallace 50km Ultra - Solos, and Relay Teams of 3 or 6

Braveheart 10km

Wallace Sword - 1 mile Fun Run

The William Wallace Running Festival team is proud to bring this inugural event to the historic city of Stirling. Introducing two stunning circular ultramarathon routes around the historic sites and landmarks of the area with the addition of a fast and flat 10km and family inclusve fun run event.

Event Information

William Wallace Ultra – 70km - Solos, Relay teams of 3 or 6 (self-driven)

View the Route - https://gb.mapometer.com/running/route_5577058.html

The toughest challenge of the festival which in addition to the 50km ultra circumnavigates the scenic North Third Reservoir surrounded by a picture-perfect Scottish landscape of rolling hills, dense woodland, and rocky outcrops. And in addition travels up behind and around the lossburn reservoir behind the Drumyat giving runners a taste of the scenic Ochil hills overlooking Stirlingshire.

• Please note there will be 2 race cut-off times.The first at the end of stage 2 - 6 hours then the finish - 11 hours after your start time.
• Mixed terrain - 85% road 15% trail
• 3 or 6 Relay Stage changeover and 5 Aid stations - see the athlete handbook on our website for more information on the stages - www.williamwallacerunningfestival.com
• Finishers Medal, Race t-shirt, Tribe bars, Active Root and more

William Wallace Ultra – 50km - Solos, Relay teams of 3 or 6

View the Route - https://gb.mapometer.com/running/route_5577061.html

An awesome loop of the Stirling valley taking in all the key landmarks from the Battle of Bannockburn to Stirling Castle and the Wallace Monument to name a few.

• Please note there will be 2 race cut-off times.The first at the end of stage 2 - 5 hours then the finish - 9 hours after your start time.
• Mixed terrain - 85% road 15% trail
• 3 or 6 Relay Stage changeover and 5 Aid stations - see the athlete handbook on our website for more information on the stages - www.williamwallacerunningfestival.com
• Finishers Medal, Race t-shirt, Tribe bars, Active Root and more

More race information can be found on our race website www..........Pre-race information including a race briefing will be emailed the week before the event and the website will also be updated with a downloadable information pack.

Itinerary (provisional times - subject to change) 

Registration 1 –  Friday 10th October 6.30 pm – 7.15 pm – Stirling Cricket Club, The Peak Stirling  (note timing chips will need to be picked up at Registration 2)

Registration 2 – Saturday 11th October 07.00 am – 08.25 am – Stirling Cricket Club, The Peak Stirling

Saturday 11^th April - Race Starts 8.00 am 70km and 50km solos/ pairs/relays wave 1 / 8.15 am pairs/relays wave 2 / 8.30 am pairs/relays wave 3

 Checkpoint estimated First runner and Cut-Offs

First Runner Checkpoint 1 - 9.00 - 9.15 am / First Runner Checkpoint 2 - 10.30 - 10.45 am

Cut Off 1 - Checkpoint 2 - 6 hrs - 2.00 pm - 2.30 pm

First Runner Checkpoint 3 - 11.30 am - 11.45 am / First Runner - Finish - 12.30 pm - 1.15 pm

Cut Off 2 - Finish - 11 hrs 7.00 pm - 7.30 pm

Entry price - The prices include an exclusive Forth Ultra t-shirt (and this includes each team member - with an option to pass the equivalent to one of the race charities), bespoke finishers medal, race chip timing and results (all stages timed), race numbers, a team of over 35 marshals and event crew along the route (all of whom receive charitable donations for several different charitable organisations), costs relating to preparing and organising the race, access to toilets at stage changeovers, water and snack stations, first aid teams, solo and team prizes, sponsor discounts and more.

By entering this event your team will be bound by the rules and regulations of this event - please see the website and information download pack containing these rules. You can also follow any race updates on our Facebook Group ........

Parking / Toilets – This year the council are asking that we do not use the Kelpies car park and keep this available to the paying public only. The main event car park will be at the Falkirk College a 15 minute walk to the Helix Pavilion - where we would encourage solo competitors to park. For Pairs and Teams as you need to move on soon after your first runner, it may be easier to park along the roads entering the West Mains Industrial estate - i.e. along West Mains Road where you can select a path through to the start / finish area approx 600m's away.

There will be toilets at the start/finish area and at the Helix cafe. We will pass on more information on the toilets and car parking locations nearer the time.

Entry Requirements - There are no specific entry requirements for this race however you should have confidence in your ability to complete the distance within the cut-off time. By entering the race, you are agreeing you are capable of doing so. For solo, entrants we suggest that you at least have experience of regularly completing runs of 20 miles. Runners must be 18 years or older. Runners under 18 can apply by specific request through the website link http://scurry2bridges.co.uk/contact/  

The William Wallace Running Festival Team will look forward to seeing you there.

Cancellation - If the event is canceled for reasons out of the organiser's control e.g. in the event of extreme weather, a major incident, or other events out of our control then the race may be canceled, and given the complexities of organising this event, we may only be able to transfer the race to a similar date in 2026. In the event of this race being canceled, your entry will be automatically transferred to a rescheduled date. This date will be decided by the Scurry2Bridges Team. If you are unable to make this date then a 75% refund (less Entry central fees) can be made. You will need to email within 14 days of the 2025 event date for this to be processed. In the event of abandonment, postponement, or cancellation of the event, we will have no responsibility for any costs incurred because of cancellation, including travel or accommodation costs. Once the event has started then no refunds or transfers will be made.

Participant withdrawal / Refund Policy If for any reason after registration, solos (or teams* - see below) wish to withdraw from the event at any time up until 30 days from the date of the event you can log in to Entry Central and organise a transfer with someone you know or email for a 50% refund. Between 30 days and 14 days from the event, you can log in to Entry Central and organise a transfer with someone you know or email for a 25% refund. No refunds will be given within 14 days. Participants who do not attend the event will not receive any form of refund/credit. During the event: no refunds will be given.

*Teams - If for any reason after registration, a team member wishes to withdraw from the event then any time up until 7 days from the date of the event you can log in to Entry Central and organise a transfer with a replacement member. Members or teams who do not attend the event will not receive any form of refund/credit. During the event: no refunds will be given. Full teams wishing to withdraw must inform the organiser by email. Team entry fees will be refunded or transferred as follows; up to (30 days before the race date) 50% refund (less any Entry Central fees), up to (14 days before the race date) 25% refund (less any Entry Central fees). After (14 days before the race date) – no refund.

GDPR By signing up for this event you agree that we may publish your personal information as part of the results of the event and may pass such information to the governing body if applicable or any affiliated organisation for insurance, licenses, or, publishing results either for the event alone or combined with or compared to other events. Results may include (but not be limited to) name, any club affiliation, race times, occupation, and age category. I agree that my contact details can be used to communicate with me for matters relating to the organising of this event, including but not limited to, updates on event planning and results (including links to social media event groups) and for communication about holding this event in the following year.

Welcome to the 2nd Scurry Around The Helix 10km and 1mile Fun Run.

Saturday 26th April 2025

The Scurry Around the Helix 10km is a mainly tarmac or hard packed and relatively flat (only 75ft of ascent and descent) 10km, starting in the Helix Park and passing the Kelpies before winding around a circuit of the Cobblebrae community woodland and skirting along the River Carron to return to the Finish on the Helix Great Lawn.

10k - min. age 15yrs on the day of the run. Limited entries.

The Scurry Around the Helix 1mile Fun Run starts on the great lawn then follows a clockwise circuit around the Helix Lawn and Helix Lagoon.

1.5km - no age restrictions - adults must accompany young children around the event - adults are free and don't need to sign up. Older children can run ahead of parents but a parent or guardian must be happy for them to do so and meet them at the finish.

Venue - Helix Park, Falkirk

Timinngs - Pre-race information including a race briefing will be emailed the week before the event and you can see any race updates or posts on https://www.facebook.com/groups/scurryevents or https://www.facebook.com/groups/scurry2bridges 

Itinerary (provisional times - subject to change)

Saturday 26^th April

Registration 08.30 to 09.30 am - Helix Great Lawn – orange gazebos 

10km Race Starts 9.45am / 10km Prize Giving 11-11.10 am / 1.5km Fun Run Race Start 11.20 am

All 10km runners will receive a race medal; a race memento (likely to be a new for the season Scurry Buff); a tribe bar and there will be Active Root and water at the finish plus race commentary throughout. The 10km will be chip timed.

All 1.5km Fun Run kids will receive a fun run medal, race memento and snacks at the finish. The fun run will not be timed.

General information -  Your vehicle and belongings are your own responsibility and the organisers accept no liability for loss, damage, or theft.

Parking / Toilets see - below.

Race Numbers will be issued at registration.

We reserve the right to start the prize giving once 80% of competitors complete the course.

We aim to pass on the fun run proceedings to a local community charity - TBC.

Cancellation / Participant Withdrawal / Refund Policy - see below.

Health and Safety All routes are extensively signposted with marshals at key junctions. Safety is paramount and we expect runners to follow the advice of marshals at all times & take all reasonable precautions.

Please be courteous towards public dog walkers and other path users as they have equal rights and access to trails and paths.

This course is not suitable for Canicross runners - please no dogs. Run Buggies are allowed in the 10km but we may ask you to start near the back and keep to the LHS of paths to allow easy overtaking. Note there are a few short steps onto the canal path and a couple of narrower sections in the woods.

Pushchairs, baby prams, or run buggies are fine on the fun run. To ensure safety the wearing of earphones is strictly prohibited.

Every competitor is asked to confirm their safe arrival back at the finish desk even if they have not been able to complete the course.

First Aid / Injuries These events can be strenuous, and the organisers cannot accept responsibility for any accidents or injuries. A First-aid team will be available at the Start and Finish areas. 

Emergency Contacts Please ensure you write your emergency contact details on the reverse of your race number.

You are responsible for your own kit and valuables. If necessary, there will be a small  bag tent by the finish line to leave kit for after the race. The organisers accept no responsibility for loss of clothing or equipment.

Prizes Prizes will be awarded in the 10km only - to the first 3 male and female runners and the first O40 male and female - unless in the top 3 overall and then a roll down applies. No fun run prizes awarded.

Results Competitors' places and times will be posted near the finish area a short while after the runners complete the course. The full official results will be put onto the event's web-site and facebook links provided ASAP and emailed to competitors. The fun run will not be timed.

We hope you enjoy the 2nd Scurry Around the Helix 10km and 1mile Fun Run event

Parking / Toilets – The main event Car Park will be the Forth Valley College car park - Grangemouth Road, Falkirk, FK2 9AD https://www.forthvalley.ac.uk/about-us/getting-here/falkirk-campus/

Campus map showing carpark in and out: falkirk-campus-site-map.pdf  Approx. 15 walk to the tat/ finish area.

Please note there will be NO PARKING ALLOWED at either the Kelpies Car park or the Helix Carpark for any race competitors. Marshals will turn you back at the first Helix carpark if you try to park here. Falkirk council have asked us not to use these carparks and that all competitors use the Falkirk college site. Exceptions are for any campervans or motorhomes staying the night before – see below.

Toilets:  Will be up by the Helix Cafe and Start / Finish area – where there is a toilet block and further portaloos. The Helix café toilets will also be open from 7 am. Toilets will be open overnight at the Kelpies carpark for campervans / motorhomes who can stay overnight for £12.50. There may also be a day charge for motorhomes.

Cancellation In the event of extreme weather, the race may be cancelled and re-arranged for a later date. In the event of this race being cancelled your entry will be automatically transferred to a rescheduled date. This date will be decided by Scurry2Bridges (most likely the following week). If you are unable to make this date then a 25% refund can be made.

In the event of abandonment, postponement, or cancellation of the event, we will have no responsibility for any costs incurred because of cancellation, including travel or accommodation costs.

Participant withdrawal / Refund Policy If for any reason after registration, you wish to withdraw from the event: Any time up until 30 days from the date of the event you can log in to Entry Central and organise a transfer with someone you know or email for a 50% refund. Between 30 days and 14 days from the event you can log in to Entry Central and organise a transfer with someone you know or email for a 25% refund. No refunds will be given within 14 days. Participants who do not attend the event will not receive any form of refund/credit. During the event: no refunds will be given