Introduction
It’s not unusual for parents and carers to jokingly talk about the ‘little monsters’ in their charge! So what better idea than to give them their own race which is especially named for them?
We’ve created The Wee Nessie, open to pre-school children aged 5 and under, as a fun addition to the Baxters Festival of Running. This is a simple and short (approx 400 metres), circular route in the enclosed Bught Park that is safe for kids. It allows the children to walk, jog or run at their own pace and provides the perfect introduction to the sport.
You just have to witness the joy and pride on little faces to see how delighted they are to be involved! The medals and T-shirts go down rather well too! And who knows…perhaps we’ll see the early signs of some future running stars in the making! Enter now.
When does it start?
The Wee Nessie will take place in the Bught Park in Inverness at 10.10am Sunday 30 September 2012.
What's Included?
All entry fees include:
- Commemorative finishers medal
- Race Number
- Quality t-shirt
- Post-race water and fruit
- Fantastic festival at the Finish
How to Enter
Entries are taken over the event weekend. Entry fees are £4. All children must be accompanied by a parent or carer at all times. Push chairs and buggies are welcome.
Race Weekend Timings
Saturday 29 September
12.30-18.00 Pre-race Registration for the Wee Nessie at Bught Park, Inverness (in marquee).
12.30-18.00 Baxters Pasta Party at Bught Park – all runners, friends and family welcome!
Sunday 30 September
08.00-09.45 Pre-race Registration at Bught Park for the Wee Nessie.
10.10 Start of the Wee Nessie at Bught Park.
Festival on Race Day
We are planning a fantastic line-up of entertainment and activities at the Finish at Bught Park – open to the public from 10.00-16.00 – with massed pipes & drums, bands, charity and sports retailer stands, the Baxters Food & Drink Fayre, kid’s activities, and great highland hospitality. For more information please visit www.lochnessmarathon.com/event-info/spectator/
Volunteers
We need your help! Volunteers are needed to undertake a variety of tasks including: assisting at drink stations; helping at the finish line and many other key tasks.
Please visit our Volunteers page for more information.
