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Wee Nessie

  • 9.45am on 28 September 2025
  • Entry fee: £6
  • Age: 5 and under

Have you got any ‘little monsters’ in your family who would enjoy their own piece of the action?

If so, then why not sign them up for the popular Wee Nessie?  Open to pre-school children aged 5 and under, the Wee Nessie follows a short (approx 800 metres), circular route in the enclosed Bught Park.  It allows 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!  And who knows…perhaps we’ll see the early signs of some future running stars in the making!

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The Route

The Wee Nessie follows a short route of approx 800m around Bught Park allowing children to run, jog or toddle at their own pace. Buggies are welcome too!

Entry Includes

  • Finisher's medal
  • Quality t-shirt
  • Post-race water and fruit
  • Fantastic festival at the Finish

Registration

Registration for the Wee Nessie is open on Saturday 10.00-18.00 and Sunday 08.00-09.30. All runners must collect their race number and t-shirt.

Runner Feedback

“ At the last stretch, I felt like an Olympian! Crowds cheering, runners who had finished shouting me on ... and a medal! I can highly recommend the Baxters Loch Ness Marathon; I had a wonderful day out. ”

Women's Running magazine

FAQ

When do entries for the Wee Nessie open?

Entries for the 2026 Wee Nessie will be opening soon, keep an eye on our website and social channels.

Is there a minimum age for taking part?

Yes, the Wee Nessie is for pre-school children aged 5 and under on the day of the event.

What is included in the entry fee?

Your entry fee includes a finisher’s medal, finisher’s technical t-shirt, fruit and water.

Is it possible to enter on event weekend?

Limited entries for the Wee Nessie may be available over the event weekend, subject to capacity. Please check our website and social channels before heading along to registration.

What information will I receive in advance?

You will receive an email confirming your bib number and Event Guide at least 2 weeks prior to the event.

You are required to collect your bib number during pre-race registration between 10.00-18.00 on Saturday or 07.30-09.00 on Sunday at the Event Village, Bught Park, Inverness, IV3 5SQ. Please allow plenty of time if collecting on Sunday morning.

What time is registration for the Wee Nessie?

All Wee Nessie runners are required to collect their bib number during pre-race registration between 10.00-18.00 on Saturday or 07.30-09.00 on Sunday at the Event Village, Bught Park, Inverness, IV3 5SQ. Please allow plenty of time if collecting on Sunday morning.

What time does the Wee Nessie start?

The Wee Nessie starts at 09:45 on 27 September 2026 in Bught Park, Inverness IV3 5SS.

Where can I park?

Please refer to parking information here for all events.

Are buggies or pushchairs allowed in the Wee Nessie?

Yes, buggies and pushchairs are allowed in the Wee Nessie.  For safety reasons please start towards the back of the field.

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