Organiser's Description
River Ayr Way Ultra and Relay Saturday 9th September 2023
- 40 mile ultra marathon through some of Ayrshire's most spectacular scenery
- your chance to discover a little-known corner of Scotland
- Fruit, cold drinks and a friendly welcome at checkpoints every 10 miles
- water stations every 5 miles
- drop-bags conveyed to checkpoints
- rucksacks conveyed to the finish
- transport to the start of the race from Ayr or Kilmarnock
Detailed MAPS and lots more useful stuff at the following link
https://eastayrshireleisure.com/countryside-outdoor/the-river-ayr-way/
Or for more exciting events and activities check out our website www.eastayrshireleisure.com
River Ayr Way Ultra Marathon Relay
River Ayr Way Relay
Dam Park Stadium or Alternative new Stadium will be open from 7am on the day. Please note that the facilities provide only male and female designated changing, toilet and showering facilities.
Please park at the Ayrshire College or Ayr Academy car park
Buses depart at 7.30am from Ayrshire College Car Park and Dean Castle Country Park, please make sure you have booked a seat ** Please note this year there will be a charge of £5 per person for the bus to Glenbuck which is payable on the morning of the race
Registration at Glenbuck from 8am. There are no toilet facilities at Glenbuck.
Drop bags marked with your Race number and the appropriate Checkpoint Number can be left at registration
Section 1: Glenbuck to Sorn, 17 miles, mainly off road, rural paths
Section 2: Sorn to Annbank, 14 miles, mainly off road, rural paths. Some on road sections.
Section 3: Annbank to Ayr, 9 miles, mainly on road and tarmac paths
Overall time allowed: 10 hours
Check-in Saturday 9th September, 7.30 to 8.45 at Glenbuck Loch
Start of race 9:00
You can choose how many are in the team (2 or 3)
Further details and maps at http://eastayrshireleisure.com/index.php?a=landing&id=3&sid=128&mid=150
River Ayr Way Ultra Marathon 2023
River Ayr Way Ultra
Glenbuck Loch to Dam Park, Ayr
Distance: 40 miles
Max Time: 10 hours
Before the race
Dam Park Stadium or Alternative New Stadium will be open from 7am on the day. Please note that the facilities provide only male and female designated changing, toilet and showering facilities.
Please park at the Ayrshire College or Ayr academy car park
Buses depart at 7.30am from Ayrshire College Car Park or Ayr Academy CP and Dean Castle Country Park, please make sure you have booked a seat ** Please note this year there will be a charge of £5 per person for the bus to Glenbuck which is payable on the morning of the race
Registration at Glenbuck from 8am. There are no toilet facilities at Glenbuck.
Drop bags marked with your Race number and the appropriate Checkpoint Number can be left at registration
During the race
All Checkpoints will have water
10 mile checkpoints will have runners bag drop, juice, chocolate, fruit and snacks
First Aid will be available
If you wish to pull out of the race please tell a marshal.
Diversions may be in place on the day. However, where they are, the diverted route will be fully signposted. Please follow all local signage
Running conditions in some sections are very muddy underfoot
The River Ayr Way is generally speaking off road but there are small sections on quiet road and the final five miles is on tarmac
As usual there are tricky sections which are detailed on the website: www.eastayrshireleisure.com
Finish is at Dam Park or new Stadium Race Track where you will be expected to do a lap of the track before completing the race.
After the race
Dam Park or alternative showers will be open until 8pm. Stadium only provides male and female designated toilets, changing rooms and showers.
Minibus back to Kilmarnock from Dam Park or alternative New Stadium, although there may be a waiting time for this bus depending on numbers.
Race Rules
No pacers, muling or support runners
No running with dogs
No running aids
No littering
Check-in: Saturday 9th September 8:00am to 8:45am at Glenbuck Loch
Start of race 9:00am
Prices
River Ayr Way Ultra Marathon Relay
Until | |
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09 Aug 2023 23:59 | £60.00 |
River Ayr Way Ultra Marathon 2023
Until | Discounted* | Standard |
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09 Aug 2023 23:59 | £30.00 | £32.00 |
*Discounted for members of any of SA EA WA
Dates and Status
Date: 09 Sep 2023
Closing Date: 09 Aug 2023 23:59
Status: Closed
Event | Available/Total |
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River Ayr Way Ultra Marathon Relay | ??/25 |
River Ayr Way Ultra Marathon 2023 | ??/300 |