Baxters Loch Ness Marathon Recognised as one of the UK's leading marathons, the Baxters Loch Ness Marathon follows a spectacular point-to-point route through stunning Highland scenery, along the south-eastern shores of Loch Ness, and then crosses the River Ness to finish along the river at Bught Park.
The Marathon starts at 10.00am on Sunday 3 October 2010 between Fort Augustus and Foyers on the south side of Loch Ness, and will finish along the River Ness at Bught Park.
The Route The Marathon will start on the high ground between Fort Augustus and Foyers (B862) and will drop down to the banks of Loch Ness at Foyers (B852). From there, the route follows the loch's south eastern shore, heading north east towards Dores on the northern tip of the loch. From Dores, the race heads directly into the centre of Inverness (B862), turning left over the main road bridge and left again for the last half mile along the River Ness to the finish at Bught Park.
IMPORTANT - Runners must keep in the left hand lane at all times. The organisers reserve the right to alter the route if operationally required.
How to Enter GUARANTEED MARATHON ENTRY is now available. Entry is on a first come, first served basis until race limit is reached or 1 May, whichever is sooner.
The Marathon is open to runners aged 18 and over on day of race.
ENTER NOW! Entry Fees All entry fees include online charges
Guaranteed Marathon Entry on a first come, first served basis until race limit is reached or 1 May, whichever is sooner : £40
UK Athletics club member entry by 1 May : £40
UK Athletics club member entry between 2 May – 13 September : £45
Scottish Athletics club member entry by 1 May: £38
Scottish Athletics club member entry entry between 2 May – 13 September : £43
Overseas entry by 1 May: ONLINE ENTRY ONLY : £42
Overseas entry by 13 September: ONLINE ENTRY ONLY : £47
Charity place by 13 September: Please contact your chosen charity direct
Entry fee includes:
Commemorative finishers medal
Quality t-shirt
Goody bag
Loch Ness Marathon magazine
Post-race food
Fantastic festival at the Finish
Transport to the start of the Marathon
Timing chip
Confirmation of Entry Applicants will receive confirmation by email so please include your email address when entering. If you do not have email please check your bank statement for confirmation of race entry.
Race information will be sent to marathon runners from May onwards. Race Weekend Timings Saturday, October 2 12.30-18.00 Pre-race Registration at Bught Park, Inverness. IV3 5SS (see route map or visit google maps )
12.30-18.00 Baxters Pasta Party – all runners, friends and family welcome!
Sunday, October 3 07.30 Runners arrive at Bught Park to be transported by bus to the Start
07.55 Buses depart from Bught Park
08.15 Bus pick-up from Drumnadrochit Tourist Information Centre (For this option, see important note below)
08.40 Bus pick-up from Fort Augustus Tourist Information Centre (For this option, see important note below)
09.05 Buses arrive at Start
10.00 Start of Baxters Loch Ness Marathon
13.45 Prize-Giving at Bught Park
Pre-Race Registration Pre-race Registration for marathon runners will take place between 12.30-18.00 on Saturday 2 October 2010 at Bught Park where you will collect your race number, timing chip, baggage label and Pasta Party tickets. (if purchased in advance)
Please note there are absolutely no race day entries for the marathon, and strictly no transfers between races or transfer of places to another runner. We do not operate a deferment system.
Baxters Pasta Party We also hope you will join us at the Baxters Pasta Party taking place between 12.30-17.30 on Saturday 2 October. All runners, friends and family are invited! Here you will be able to "carbo-load" on a three-course meal of soup & roll, pasta & salad and dessert. A vegetarian and meat option will be available. During the Pasta Party there will be live music, and a small number of physiotherapists and massage therapists will provide massage in return for a small donation to charity.
Pasta party tickets are available to purchase online until 13 September and then will be available to purchase during the Pasta Party and Pre-race Registration.
Transport to the start of the race All marathon runners are transported by bus to the Start from Bught Park. Please arrive by 07.40 as buses will depart promptly at 08.00.
Due to logistical reasons and route access it is impossible for runners to travel to the Start independently.
All runners will be transported to the start of the race from 3 pick-up points:
Pick-up Point 1 - Bught Park, 07.30-08.00.
Pick-up Point 2 - Drumnadrochit Tourist Information Centre, 08.15.
Pick-up Point 3 - Fort Augustus Tourist Information Centre, 08.40.
IMPORTANT - We are anticipating minimal numbers of people requiring pick-up from Fort Augustus or Drumnadrochit. If you do require pick up from here please e-mail info@lochnessmarathon.com by 13 September. (Please note that the organisers will NOT be organising return transport to Fort Augustus or Drumnadrochit after the race).
The Start The race organisers would ask that all runners be sensitive at the Start due to the proximity of the start in relation to residents' houses, listen to marshals instructions, and use only the Portaloos provided. We will not tolerate antisocial behaviour.
Timing D-Tag We will be using a timing D-tag in the Marathon. This will be attached to your race number. Please see the demonstration below:
Drink Stations Thanks to our official water sponsor Highland Spring, our energy drink sponsor Lucozade Sport, and our many volunteers there will be drink stations approximately every three miles along the route (see route map). It is very important that you replace lost fluids by drinking regularly throughout the Marathon. Each drink station will be clearly signed and will be on the left hand side of the road. Lucozade will be provided in 330ml bottles and Highland Spring water will be provided in 33cl bottles.
3.3 miles - Highland Spring water
6.7 miles - Lucozade Sport
7.2 miles - Highland Spring water
9.8 miles - Highland Spring water
13.3 miles - Lucozade Sport
13.7 miles - Highland Spring water
16.7 miles - Lucozade Sport
17.1 miles - Highland Spring water
20.0 miles - Lucozade Sport
20.2 miles - Highland Spring water
23.4 miles - Lucozade Sport
23.6 miles - Highland Spring water
24.9 miles - Highland Spring water
Toilets Toilets are available at Bught Park prior to transport to start. There are Portaloos at the start, and clearly signed Public Toilets at regular intervals along the route, as follows:
2.6 miles - Whitebridge Hotel
6.5 miles - Foyers Public Toilets
9.0 miles - Inverfarigaig Forest Enterprise
17.5 miles - Dores Inn
Mile Markers There are ascending mile markers along the route.
Road Closures We have priority on most of the roads throughout the Marathon, however please keep to the left hand side of the road at all times as it might be necessary for emergency and officials vehicles to travel along the route.
Slow Runners We would ask runners expecting to take longer than 5 hours to use the pavement on the left hand side through Inverness. Race organisers start to dismantle the course from 16.30 onwards.
The Finish The Finish is along the River Ness at Bught Park. Here you will be presented with your finishers' medal, t-shirt and fantastic goodie bag. There is also a complimentary post-race meal (soup and main course) for all marathon runners.
Showers and changing facilities are available. Massage is available for a small donation to charity.
Festival on Race Day We are planning a fantastic line-up of entertainment and activities at the Finish at Bught Park – with massed pipes & drums, live music, charity and sports retailer stands, food and drink stalls, kid's activities, and great Highland hospitality.
Marathon-Photos.com Marathon-Photos.com will be taking photographs and video of the competitors on the course and at the finish. The photos will be available online within 72 hours of the event to every entrant as exclusive photo products. Plus every competitor will be able to download for FREE their Event Certificate.
www.marathon-photos.com Spectators You have a key part to play in this Marathon. Your cheers of encouragement and congratulations will keep the runners on the move, particularly on the final push through the city of Inverness and as they enter Queens Park Stadium. Bike access is possible along the route from Foyers to the Finish.
The final 4 miles through Inverness provide the best vantage points for spectators. Dores (Dores Inn) and Foyers (Foyers Stores) also provide good vantage points. We would encourage all spectators to come to Bught Park where all three races finish and enjoy our Festival atmosphere!
Volunteers We need your help! Volunteers are needed to undertake a variety of tasks including: assisting at drink stations; undertaking road marshal duties and many other key tasks.
If you are interested fill in our online volunteering form which can be found on the Want to Volunteer? page. There is a space to put down how you think you can help which will help us plan our volunteers and identify any skills that may be beneficial.
The Marathon will start on the high ground between Fort Augustus and Foyers (B862) and will drop down to the banks of Loch Ness at Foyers (B852). From there, the route follows the loch's south eastern shore, heading north east towards Dores on the northern tip of the loch. From Dores, the race heads directly into the centre of Inverness (B862), turning left over the main road bridge and left again for the last half mile along the River Ness to the finish at Bught Park.
IMPORTANT - We are anticipating minimal numbers of people requiring pick-up from Fort Augustus or Drumnadrochit. If you do require pick up from here please e-mail 
