Please note final event information may be subject to change and will be available nearer the event date.ย
The BaxtersRiver Ness 10Kย & Corporate Challenge follow a flat, point-to-point course through the historic Highland capital of Inverness alongside the banks of the picturesque River Ness, and areย renowned for theirย ‘PB’ potential.
Perhaps youโre looking for the next step up from a 5K or are en-route to a half marathon or marathon?ย Maybe you see it as an opportunity to raise funds for your favourite charity or a chance to run in a newย scenic setting? ย Possibly you are a club runner up for a new challenge? ย Or, like many others, maybe you are simply looking for a fun and enjoyable way to keep fit and healthy andย need a goal to work towards.ย Whatever your motivation, the Baxters River Ness 10K wonโt disappoint!
If you prefer a team approach to sport, then the 10K Corporate Challenge for teams of 4-6 could be the ideal race for you.
You will receive an email confirming your bib number and Event Guide at least 2 weeks prior to the event.
Participants with a UK address: you will receive your event pack (containing bib number and baggage label) by post in September, please allow up to 10 days for your pack to arrive
International participants:ย ย you are required to collect your event pack from Registration in the Event Village between 10.00-1800 on Saturday OR from Info Point at 10K start between 08.30-10.00 on Sunday.
Please bring Photo ID and check your bib number on our website before coming to registration.
If you have an international address, you are required to collect your event pack from Registration in the Event Village on Saturday 10.00-18.00 OR from Info Point at 10K start on Sunday 08.30-10.00.
Please bring Photo ID and check your bib number on our website before coming to registration.
The Baxters River Ness 10K starts at Inverness Royal Academy, Culduthel Road Inverness IV2 6RE. Participants are required to their own way there and should arrive at the start by 10.00.
Yes, on arrival at the 10K start, you will be able to drop off your kit bag in one of the baggage vehicles, which will transport your bag back to the finish line at the Event Village. Make sure your baggage label (this is attached to your bib number) is securely attached to your kit bag.
There is one water station located at the halfway mark (5.3km), please refer to course map for location. Water will be provided in 330ml recyclable plastic bottles with sports caps.
Weโre sorry, there isnโt a wheelchair category within our 10K due to safety and logistical reasons. However, we would love to welcome you to the Baxters River Ness 5K as a wheelchair participant. The event takes place on the same day as the 10K and features a more appropriate and safer route. If you require a support runner, please let us know. Please email us for more information.
If you are visually impaired, or your disability or medical condition means you need a Support Runner, you can apply for a free place for them. Pleaseย contact usย with further information.
The Corporate Challenge is included within the River Ness 10K and is open to teams of 4-6 runners from all sectors of business and industry across the public and private sector. The fastest four accumulated times make the teamโs final score. Find out more here.
Please note when first published the results are provisional, official results are normally confirmed 3-5 working days after the event and are then submitted to RunBritain and Power of 10.
Should you have any queries regarding your provisional result then please notify us by email as soon as possible.
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Baxters Loch Ness Marathon course earned a score of 88/100 and sits proudly on the podium, just behind @teambsmf Big Sur International Marathon (USA) and The Great Wall Marathon (China).
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