About the event

The event is a 13.8m single loop road race, very undulating with a steady climb from the 8-11 mile marks and then dropping back into Portree for the finish (see map and profile). The route is marked at every mile and marshalled at all road junctions.

Once again we will be organising a Fun Run, which will start at 10.35am.This will be a 4km road race with entries on the day. Entry fees are Ł3 adults, Ł2 Under-16’s, Ł1 Adults accompanying a child under 8. The Fun Run entry/registration will take place at the Isle of Skye Swimming Pool between 8.30 and 10.00 on the Saturday morning.

COURSE RECORDS

Men’s – 1986 Simon Axon 1:10:55

Ladies’ – 1996 Karen MacLeod 1:22:21

REGISTRATION – HALF MARATHON

Each runner must register with the organisers before the race. Pre entries will be issued with a registration card, which must be used when registering.

Registration will take place on the Friday evening and on the Saturday morning at the Isle of Skye Swimming Pool, Camanachd Square, Portree. If possible, registration on the Friday evening would be preferable.

Registration times are as follows : Friday 13th June 7.30 – 10.30pm, Saturday 14th June 8.30 – 10.00am.

START/FINISH

The start/finish line is at the end of the Community Centre building. The race will start at 10.30am prompt (Fun Run 10.35am), please be at the start line in good time.

CHANGING FACILITIES

Male changing and shower facilities will be in the Community Centre. Female facilities will be at the Isle of Skye Swimming Pool, adjacent to the Community Centre.

WATER STATIONS / FIRST AID

Water stations will be at 3, 5, 7, 10 and 12 mile marks approximately and are shown on the Race Map. First aid cover will be available, with good vehicle back up cover for anyone unable to complete the race.

PLEASE PROCEED WITH CAUTION

Runners must keep to the right hand The Fun Run side of the road unless otherwise directed. The road will only be closed over the first mile at the start of the race. All runners must wear their race number on the front of their vest. Please use four safety pins (spare pins available at registration) to assist in identification of number at the finish line.

ACCOMMODATION

Information on places to stay and visiting the island are available on the About Skye page.

PARKING

If staying within walking distance from the Community Centre, please leave your car at home, this will leave adequate parking for those that require it.

SKYE BRIDGE

Now Toll Free.

FREE SWIM

All competitors of the half marathon and Fun Run are allowed a free swim between 12 noon and 5pm on Saturday 14th June. Race number must be shown at reception desk as proof of entry.

PRESENTATION OF PRIZES

This will take place at 1.30pm approximately in the Community Centre. This will also include the Fun Run presentation.

PRIZE LIST

Half Marathon

1st to 10th male	1st to 5th Female
1st male 40 – 44	1st Female 35 – 39
1st Male 45 – 49	1st Female 40 – 44
1st Male 50 – 54	1st Female 45 – 49
1st Male 55+	1st Female 50+

1st Resident Skye Male	1st Resident Skye Female
1st Resident Lochalsh Male	1st Resident Lochalsh Female
2nd Resident Skye Male	2nd Resident Skye Female
2nd Resident Lochalsh Male	2nd Resident Lochalsh Female
1st–3rd Male Team (1st three home to count)	1st–3rd Female Team (1st three home to count)

Fun run

1st Male / Female in age groups : 5-7, 8-10, 9-13, 14-16. 17+

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