Welcome to the Dunoon Ultra Marathon - Your Next Great Challenge Awaits!

Are You Ready to Go Beyond Limits?

Experience the thrill of pushing your boundaries at the Dunoon Ultra Marathon—a race designed for runners who crave adventure, endurance, and unforgettable memories. Join a passionate community of athletes and experience the perfect blend of challenge and reward.

Why Choose the Dunoon Ultra?

• Amazing Atmosphere
  
  • "Everyone involved is incredible! It's that happiness and fun that will keep us coming back for many years!" Mark, 2024
• Perfect For All Abilities
  • "Anyone looking to do their first utlra or relay, Dunoon is the one to do" Jude, 2024
• Meet New People
  • "You could start off running with friends, lose track of them, make new friends along the way, lose track of them, then see them all again later surrounded by the most supportive marshals!" Gio, 2024
• Marvellous Marshals
  • "The marshals are always fantastic with great chat and support!" Esther, 2024

"It could not be better" Alison, 2024

Race Information

Route: 48.6km / 30.2mi + 981m / 3219ft

Relay Leg 1: 17.4km / 10.8mi + 361m / 1184ft

Relay Leg 2: 13.4km / 8.3mi + 256m / 840ft

Relay Leg 3: 17.8km / 11.1mi + 365m / 1198ft

The route will begin at the beautiful Benmore Gardens before doing a loop of the magical Pucks Glen with a short road section through Glen Massan following. Runners will then run up Glenkin and along the trails to Dunoon with incredible views of the Holy Loch and Clyde estuary throughout. Following a descent through Bishop's Glen runners will embark on the Corlarach Loop along to Auchafour farm before continuing the loop back in the direction of Dunoon. Following a descent through Bishop's Glen along to the promenade, a flat ~1 mile stretch will greet you before reaching the finish line on the historic Dunoon Pier. 

Full Route: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/1/edit?mid=1kx1K4n4tY6Qlgv_pa3kJE0aZiRYgosM&ll=55.95735255542022%2C-4.980824000000004&z=11

Relay Leg 1: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/1/edit?mid=1S8KISWeVYbVnNSx5b5c_YGlY0Kc5KaQ&usp=sharing 

Relay Leg 2: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/1/edit?mid=1syZ7JPK0ETE9jhxc0yJdplU7dnudDhQ&usp=sharing 

Relay Leg 3: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/1/edit?mid=1mESKUtWvtYY4RovrAMxIBtK_-ZX75YY&usp=sharing 

• Cut off times will be at 1530hrs (6hr 30mins from race start) at Checkpoint 2
  • Auchafour Farm: 19 miles into the race
  • This is the only cutoff time, as long as you reach 1530hrs you are allowed to finish!

"There is something for everyone! There are steep uphills, fast downhills, and fast flat sections!" Jean, 2023

Important Info

- Runners must be aged 20 years or older on the day to take part in the full Ultra Marathon

- Each team member must be aged 18 years or older on the day to take part in the Relay event

- Compulsory kit will be required, which all runners will be notified of before race day

- The race will start at 0900 at Benmore Gardens, limited parking is available and free bus transport is provided

- The race will conclude at Dunoon Pier                                   

- The route will be well singposted and well covered with marshals

- There will be two checkpoints along route, well stocked with refreshments and where dropbags will be available

- Relay teams are responsible for getting each team member to the required location for their change over

- Goody bags are provided for all finishers, including;

• T-shirt (if purchased)
• Soft drink
• Biscuit
• Medal
• Dunoon Ultra Marathon bag
• Custom race buff 

- A complimentary massage is also available at the finish line

So, what are you waiting on? ENTER NOW and keep in touch with us through the following links:

FaceBook Group 

FaceBook Page 

Instagram Profile

Strava Group 

Terms & Conditions

By entering the Dunoon Ultra Marathon, you are deemed to have read and understood the race rules and T&C.

In the event you have any concerns regarding the race rules and T&C you are asked to email infodunoonultra@gmail.com

Refund Policy: withdrawal from any race will result in the following.

• A 30 day cooling off period will apply, withdrawal in this period will result in a £15 administration fee being applied.
• After 30 days a 50% refund will be offered up to 12 weeks before race day.
• 0-12 weeks 0% refund will be offered.

No deferrals. 

• No race transfers between runners.
• Runners are required to provide ID at registration.
• Runners are required to provide race documentation where required. Runners are deemed to have read the pre-race briefing.
• Runners are required to behave within the spirit of the race and always follow the marshals' instruction at all times.
• Verbal or physical abuse of any of the Dunoon Ultra Marathon race team will not be tolerated.
• Runners are required to comply with any decision made by the race medical team.
• Race cut off times are in place to safeguard runners/marshal/medical team/Sweepers. Any runner 15mins over the checkpoint cut off time will be removed from the race

Race rules and T&C are subject to change at short notice when required.

Race Director decision is final.