Loch Ness Marathon, 10K & 5K 2023
2023 Loch Ness Marathon, 10K & 5K
Starting in the beautiful Highlands of Scotland, the Baxters Loch Ness Marathon follows a spectacular point-to-point route alongside world famous Loch Ness, across the River Ness, to finish in Inverness, capital city of the Highlands. Bring family and friends? There’s plenty to entertain runners and spectators over the weekend with a free Sports Expo, Baxters Food & Drink Fayre, live music, kids’ activities and a Wee Nessie for under-5s.
Top 100: Rated by Runners World UK as one of the 100 best races in the world (hand picked by a panel of athletes and experts in 2022).
The Scottish city of Inverness is our base for this fabulous festival of running. Home to stunning scenery; take a stroll along the Ness Islands or search for the mysterious Loch Ness Monster! Known affectionately as Nessie, a creature that according to Scottish folklore lives in Loch Ness. Are you a fan of the show Outlander? Did you know many of the scenes were filmed in Inverness? So much to explore and do!
Meals Included
Daily breakfasts & pre-race dinner
Guide
Guidance & support from our team
Trip Extension
Trip extension available upon request
Accommodation
Excellent Inverness hotel for 5 nights
Entry
Guaranteed race entry with a choice of distance available
Celebration Party
Welcome to the Highlands Party & Post race celebration
Excursions
2 x Day Tours included, shake-out run, escorted trip to Expo
Coopah
2 week free trial for Coopah training plans
Travel Package Information
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Itinerary
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Wednesday 27th September, 2023
Arrival Day & Welcome Party
Make your own way to the charming Glen Mohr Hotel in Inverness and check in for your 5 nights stay. The rest of the day is free to explore until we gather for the “Welcome to the Highlands” party. A 10-minute bus ride will bring us to Bogbain Farms, where in addition to a typical Scottish dinner you will taste some of the best malt whisky the Scottish Highlands has to offer, including Glenmorangie, The Dalmore, Tomatin, The Singleton of Glen Ord and Dalwhinnie. While enjoying sips of these fine whiskey’s you will be entertained with the history, stories and music of the Scottish Highlands. (Breakfast and dinner included)
Thursday 28th September, 2023
Day Tour
After breakfast you will have your choice of a day tour that has been created to match your interests with local sights and activities. You will be asked during the booking process which tour you would like to choose.
Each guest has the option to pick one day tour for Thursday and one for Friday. When you register, please make your selection under the Optional Add-ons tab. The cost of each tour is included in your package, however lunch is not included. Suggestions will be made. Each group will be approximately 20 persons. We will do our best to accommodate your request. Please note that activities subject to change.
#1 Active Day – Trekking in the Scottish Highlands. The treks will be dependent on the weather. Your experienced guide will be sure to factor in the elements in planning your day. The general plan will be to go to the Nevis Range and/or Cairngorm with stops along the way. Your day will conclude with the ‘must see’ Sheep Dog Display before heading back to the Glen Mhor Hotel. Estimated departure time 8:00 AM with a return at 5:00 PM.
#2 Loch Ness Day Tour – We will start our tour with a 25-minute cruise up Loch Ness to the Urquhart Castle. Your tour of the Urquhart Castle will provide beautiful views overlooking Loch Ness and an overview of the castles history dating back to AD 580. We will then make our way to the Dunrobin Castle, capturing beautiful scenery along the way. Here you will have time to grab lunch in the cafe, tour the castle and see the amazing Bird of Prey Show. Estimated departure time 8:00 AM with a return at 5:00 PM.
#3 History Day Tour – Includes a visit to the Culloden Battlefield and education center that will provide a powerfully emotive understanding of the 1745 Jacobite Rising and its tragic end. Next we will tour the Cawdor Castle and gardens, which originally belonged to Clan Cawdor before passing into the hands of Campbells in the 16th century. A tour of a whiskey distillery is on the agenda today as well. Estimated departure time 8:00 AM with a return at 5:00 PM.
Dinner this evening will be on your own to enjoy one of the many establishments within walking distance of your hotel. (Breakfast included)
Friday 29th September, 2023
Day Tour
Following breakfast, you will have your choice of a day tour that has been created to match your interests with local sights and activities. You will be asked during the booking process which tour you would like to choose.
Each guest has the option to pick one day tour for Thursday and one for Friday. When you register, please make your selection under the Optional Add-ons tab. The cost of each tour is included in your package, however lunch is not included. Suggestions will be made. Each group will be approximately 20 persons. We will do our best to accommodate your request. Please note that activities subject to change.
#1 Active Day – Trekking in the Scottish Highlands. The treks will be dependent on the weather. Your experienced guide will be sure to factor in the elements in planning your day. The general plan will be to go to the Nevis Range and/or Cairngorm with stops along the way. Your day will conclude with the ‘must see’ Sheep Dog Display before heading back to the Glen Mhor Hotel. Estimated departure time 8:00 AM with a return at 5:00 PM.
#2 Loch Ness Day Tour – We will start our tour with a 25-minute cruise up Loch Ness to the Urquhart Castle. Your tour of the Urquhart Castle will provide beautiful views overlooking Loch Ness and an overview of the castles history dating back to AD 580. We will then make our way to the Dunrobin Castle, capturing beautiful scenery along the way. Here you will have time to grab lunch in the cafe, tour the castle and see the amazing Bird of Prey Show. Estimated departure time 8:00 AM with a return at 5:00 PM.
#3 History Day Tour – Includes a visit to the Culloden Battlefield and education center that will provide a powerfully emotive understanding of the 1745 Jacobite Rising and its tragic end. Next we will tour the Cawdor Castle and gardens, which originally belonged to Clan Cawdor before passing into the hands of Campbells in the 16th century. A tour of a whiskey distillery is on the agenda today as well. Estimated departure time 8:00 AM with a return at 5:00 PM.
Dinner this evening will be on your own to enjoy one of the many establishments within walking distance of your hotel. (Breakfast included)
Saturday 30th September, 2023
Shakeout Run, Expo & Pasta Dinner
Join us this morning for a short shakeout run prior to breakfast. After breakfast we will walk to the nearby Loch Ness Marathon Expo and Event Village in Bught Park (approximately one mile). The rest of the day is at your leisure. Tonight join us for a pre-race pasta dinner at our hotel. (Breakfast and dinner included)
Sunday 1st October, 2023
Race Day and celebrations!
Breakfast will be available early. Those running the marathon will depart early for a leisure one mile walk to Bught Park where we will board the marathon buses to the start. If you are participating in the 10K, taxis will be ordered to take you to the start. If you are participating in the 5K, you will walk to Bught Park where it starts. All races finish at Bught Park where you can enjoy the running festival once you cross the finish line. Tonight we will gather for a post-race celebration and reception! (Breakfast included)
Monday 2nd October, 2023
Departure Day
Taxis can easily be ordered via the reception desk at the Glen Mhor. Unless you have booked extra nights with us then we say thank you for joining us. It’s not goodbye but instead we’ll see you next time as we hope you will join us for another Marathon Tours & Travel trip. (Breakfast included)
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Packages & Rates
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Marathon Tours & Travel Loch Ness Marathon package includes the following:
- Stay at Hotel Glen Mhor Inverness for 5 nights, taxes included
- Daily breakfasts, except on arrival day
- Welcome to the Highlands party (Wednesday)
- Day Tour (Thursday)
- Day Tour (Friday)
- Short shake-out run (Saturday)
- Escorted walk to Expo & Event Village for race pack collection (Saturday)
- Pre-race dinner (Saturday)
- Post race celebration (Sunday)
- Guidance and support from Marathon Tours & Travel team in Inverness
- ABTA protected
Guaranteed 2023 Baxters Loch Ness Marathon Entry at £85
We are pleased to offer you guaranteed entry for the Baxters Loch Ness Marathon. You can buy the entry from Marathon Tours & Travel if you also buy the accommodation package from us.
Also Available
Guaranteed 2023 Baxters Loch Ness 10K Entry at £40
Guaranteed 2023 Baxters Loch Ness 5K Entry at £25
Why Book with Marathon Tours & Travel?
Guaranteed Entry
We are very pleased to offer guaranteed entry into the Baxters Loch Ness Marathon. Entry for the 10K and 5K are also available.
Logistics Covered
We take care of the logistics for you, so you can focus on the event and your trip.
You’re in Safe Hands
Your travel package is financially protected by ABTA. Whether you are running or supporting, we have an expert team to ensure your trip runs smoothly.
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Hotels
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Glen Mhor Hotel
The Glen Mhor Hotel, which occupies a row of converted Victorian houses along the River Ness, offers a comfortable stay in the center of Inverness. This charming hotel is a five-minute walk from Inverness Castle and many local restaurants and pubs. Each of the rooms is distinctive and has its own character. You will find them warm and cozy with amenities such as a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee maker and free Wi-Fi. There are not elevators at this property so if you require a ground level room, please be sure to inform us.
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Event Information
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Enter the 2023 Loch Ness Marathon with Marathon Tours & Travel
Course
The Loch Ness Marathon follows a spectacular point-to-point route alongside world famous Loch Ness, starting in an atmospheric moorland setting and continues through stunning Highland scenery, taking you along the south-eastern shores of Loch Ness, across the River Ness, to finish in Inverness, capital city of the Highlands. Course map – here. Elevation chart – here.
Weather
Average temperatures range between 50F-60F.
Eligibility
Loch Ness Marathon – Ages 18 years or over
River Ness 10K – Ages 18 years or over
River Ness 5K – All ages welcome
Awards
Every runner receives a commemorative finisher’s medal, finisher’s technical t-shirt, goody bag, electronic timing (except for the 5K), complimentary post-race food, transport to the start of the Marathon and a fantastic festival at the Finish.
Event difficulty
Moderate. The start area offers no protection from the Highlands weather and will require additional layers of clothing to stay warm while you wait.
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Registration & Booking
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How to book
To make your booking, click on the orange button at the top of the page, ensuring that you select the correct number of rooms and types for all members in your party plus all the required extras. When you book, we will require a deposit to confirm your place.
Payments
When you confirm your booking, we will take a deposit payment. Subsequent payments are taken automatically. The cost of the event entry is non-refundable.
Travel advice
Before you travel, check the ‘Entry requirements’ section for UK’s current entry restrictions and requirements. Advice for the UK is available here – UK travel advice
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend travellers to take out comprehensive travel insurance with sufficient healthcare cover, including cover for existing medical conditions and any activities you plan to do.
You must ensure that your travel insurance policy covers you to participate in running events in the UK.
Guaranteed 2023 Baxters Loch Ness Marathon, 10K, 5K Entry
We are pleased to offer you guaranteed entry for the 2023 Baxters Loch Ness Marathon, 10K, 5K. You can buy the entry at an additional cost if you also buy the accommodation package with us.
Race Rules
All official race rules must be followed.
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