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Don’t Miss Out on 10K & 5K Entry Don’t Miss Out on 10K & 5K Entry

Places to the Baxters River Ness 10K & 5K, taking place on 27 September 2026,…

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Run for Charity

Macmillan Cancer Support
Alzheimer Scotland
My Name'5 Doddie Foundation
Alzheimer's Society
Cancer Research UK
CHAS (Children’s Hospices Across Scotland)
Highland Hospice
Maggie's
Parkinson's UK
Samaritans
Enthuse

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FAQ

What's included in the entry fee?

Your entry fee includes commemorative finisher’s medal, finisher’s technical t-shirt, goody bag, electronic timing (Marathon and River Ness 10K & 10K Corporate Challenge), downloadable finisher’s certificate (from marathon photos live), complimentary post-race food, transport to the Start (Marathon) and a fantastic festival at the Finish.

Will I see Nessie?

Maybe aye, maybe nae.

Do I have to fundraise?

Whilst fundraising is not compulsory, we do ask that all runners consider raising money for one of our official charities. Small amounts make a big difference, and the monies raised by the Loch Ness Marathon & Festival of Running will directly benefit thousands of lives across the UK.

How do I get to Inverness and Loch Ness?

Inverness is the Highland capital and gateway city to Inverness with an international airport and is well served by public transport. Please check out the Your Visit section on the website which lists details of flights, trains, buses and car hire companies serving Inverness.

Where can I stay? What is there to do in the area?

There is a wide variety of accommodation to suit all budgets in Inverness and around Loch Ness although we recommend you book soon as it does get booked up in advance for race weekend.
To help you plan your trip, please visit Visit Inverness Loch Ness  or the Your Visit page.

Still got questions? Jog over to our FAQ

Runner Feedback

“ This has to be one of the best 10K races I’ve had the pleasure of running. From start to finish, it is so well organised and a fantastic medal at the end. The course is a lovely flat one with great scenery along the way. ”
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Your supporters don`t have to stay on the sidelines. 🏃

Bring them along to take on the Baxters River Ness 10K, 5K, or the Wee Nessie for your little ones and they can earn their own finish line feeling.

Make event day even more memorable for everyone.

#RunLochNess #LochNessMarathon

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Your supporters don't have to stay on the sidelines. 🏃 Bring them along to take on the Baxters River Ness 10K, 5K, or the Wee Nessie for your little ones and they can earn their own finish line feeling. Make event day even more memorable for everyone. #RunLochNess #LochNessMarathon

Big marathon moments are built on small training runs.

Stay motivated with runners on the same journey to our 2026 start line. Join our @strava Club 👉 Serach "Baxters Loch Ness Marathon Official" on Strava.

#LochNessMarathon #RunLochNess #StravaGoals #MarathonTraining

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Big marathon moments are built on small training runs. Stay motivated with runners on the same journey to our 2026 start line. Join our @strava Club 👉 Serach "Baxters Loch Ness Marathon Official" on Strava. #LochNessMarathon #RunLochNess #StravaGoals #MarathonTraining

Pickles with personality pack a punch!

Are you getting fatigued eating the same food? Does it feel like your mealtimes are going off course? Don’t fret! Our pickles with personality can add some pace to simple snacks, sandwiches and dishes.

From Kimchi, Kraut and Gherkins to Beetroot, Cabbage and Pickled Onions, we have all you need to get mealtimes back on track!

Visit @baxters_uk website to find out more.
https://www.baxters.com/products/pickles

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Pickles with personality pack a punch! Are you getting fatigued eating the same food? Does it feel like your mealtimes are going off course? Don’t fret! Our pickles with personality can add some pace to simple snacks, sandwiches and dishes. From Kimchi, Kraut and Gherkins to Beetroot, Cabbage and Pickled Onions, we have all you need to get mealtimes back on track! Visit @baxters_uk website to find out more. https://www.baxters.com/products/pickles

Places at the 2026 Baxters River Ness 10K are filling fast and expected to sell out early 🏃

Big event day atmosphere. A stunning route through Inverness. One epic finish line.

What`s stopping you?

👉 lochnessmarathon.com

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Places at the 2026 Baxters River Ness 10K are filling fast and expected to sell out early 🏃 Big event day atmosphere. A stunning route through Inverness. One epic finish line. What's stopping you? 👉 lochnessmarathon.com

@thefishmish is a UK charity dedicated to supporting active and former fishermen, and their families, through some of life’s toughest moments. Working in one of the most dangerous industries in the country, fishermen often face injury, financial hardship, and isolation.

The Fishermen’s Mission provides vital, practical support, from emergency grants and financial advice to wellbeing services and emotional care, ensuring no one in the fishing community has to face hardship alone.

Operating in ports around the UK, the charity offers a lifeline when it’s needed most, whether that’s following an accident at sea, during illness, or through challenging personal circumstances.

By supporting the Fishermen’s Mission through events like the Baxters Loch Ness Marathon, fundraisers play a crucial role in helping the charity continue its essential work, providing care, stability, and hope to those who keep our coastal communities alive.

Join the team: https://www.fishermensmission.org.uk/

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@thefishmish is a UK charity dedicated to supporting active and former fishermen, and their families, through some of life’s toughest moments. Working in one of the most dangerous industries in the country, fishermen often face injury, financial hardship, and isolation. The Fishermen’s Mission provides vital, practical support, from emergency grants and financial advice to wellbeing services and emotional care, ensuring no one in the fishing community has to face hardship alone. Operating in ports around the UK, the charity offers a lifeline when it’s needed most, whether that’s following an accident at sea, during illness, or through challenging personal circumstances. By supporting the Fishermen’s Mission through events like the Baxters Loch Ness Marathon, fundraisers play a crucial role in helping the charity continue its essential work, providing care, stability, and hope to those who keep our coastal communities alive. Join the team: https://www.fishermensmission.org.uk/

Ballot Day: Is London calling?

If TCS @londonmarathon isn`t your 2027 start line, Loch Ness is waiting!

Swap city streets for breathtaking Highland scenery and take on one of the world’s most iconic marathons on Sunday 26 September 2027.

No ballots. No waiting lists. No maybes. Just epic scenery from your first step.

Visit our website 👉 register interest for 2027

#LochNessMarathon #RunScotland #BallotDay #LondonMarathon

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Ballot Day: Is London calling? If TCS @londonmarathon isn't your 2027 start line, Loch Ness is waiting! Swap city streets for breathtaking Highland scenery and take on one of the world’s most iconic marathons on Sunday 26 September 2027. No ballots. No waiting lists. No maybes. Just epic scenery from your first step. Visit our website 👉 register interest for 2027 #LochNessMarathon #RunScotland #BallotDay #LondonMarathon

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