MAKE YOUR RUN FOR CHARITY

We ask that you pledge to raise £50 for Speyside Trust and to make it easy we have teamed up with Justgiving who offer a secure online donations facility for all competitors - it’s the fastest, easiest, and cleverest way to raise money!

Donate or Fundraise online using Justgiving: Click on the link on the right to get started.
Make a donation - Speyside Trust  relies totally on the generosity of those who believe in what we are seeking to do. We are grateful to all who encourage us, work with us and give us financial support. Why not make a one-off or monthly donation using the link on the right or contact Dylis: + 44 (0) 1479 861285 or print off our Gift Aid Form

All proceeds from this event will go to the Speyside Trust, a small; independent registered Scottish Charity, raising funds to enable people with disabilities to enjoy an outdoor activity holiday.  We provide full 24hr respite care for individuals, giving them an independent holiday with activities to suit their ability including, canoeing, cycling, rock scrambling, archery, swimming, trampolining and much more plus day visits to places of interest. Every £200 raised enables a person with disabilities to enjoy a unique outdoor holiday experience. The Charity  relies totally on the generosity of those who believe in what we are seeking to do. Click here for further information on the charity.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can people enter the Half-Marathon race on race day?

No. All entries must be pre-entered.

If someone cannot take part in the Half Marathon for any reason, can they transfer their entry to someone else?

Yes however this must be done by contacting the organiser before October 6th and supplying details of the replacement person as per the entry form.

How accurate is the Half-Marathon distance?

Because the majority of the route is not on tarmac roads (but on excellent forest tracks!), it cannot be classified as ‘an accurately measured course’. However, the route has been measured and checked as 13.1 miles by an official Scottish Athletics course measuring official.

Do I need all-terrain, off-road or studded running shoes for this Half Marathon route?

No - a normal, well-cushioned running shoe will be more than adequate for our course

Can I get dropped off at the Half-Marathon Start by car?

No - all competitors must catch the free shuttle bus from Aviemore Highland Resort. Ccars will not be allowed access to the Badaguish Centre Start on Sunday morning.

Can a 'non-race entered person' run alongside a relative or friend who has entered the event?

Absolutely not. On Health and Safety grounds (as covered by the event risk assessment) this would have the potential to cause serious confusion and safety issues for event marshalls, organisers and safety teams and cannot be permitted under any circumstances so please do not contemplate this at all.

Where can I get more information about the Half-Marathon, the Macdonald Mile Fun Run and the Speyside Trust Badaguish Centre?

From the event programme sent to all competitors, from this website and our main website.

What is the Macdonald Mile Fun Run?

It is a 1-mile run (or jog, walk, bimble or wander!) within the Aviemore Highland Resort, held at 2.30pm on the Saturday, the day before the Aviemore Half Marathon. It attracts adults, children, families, wheelchair users, in fact everyone to do a ‘wee mile’ around the Highland Resort area. The entry fee is £2 for all and all entries will be taken on the day at registration within the Academy Hotel in the Resort. All finishers receive a Macdonald Mile medal.

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