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Congratulations to everyone who took part in the 2026 Baxters Loch Ness Marathon, River Ness…

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Early bird entry to the 2027 Loch Ness Marathon, River Ness 10K & 5K, taking…

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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 finisherโ€™s medal, finisherโ€™s technical t-shirt, goody bag, electronic timing (Marathon and River Ness 10K & 10K Corporate Challenge), downloadable finisherโ€™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 ย orย the Your Visit page.

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“ This has to be one of the best 10K races Iโ€™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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@erdinger.alkoholfrei.uk โ€“ Your ritual after sport!

ITโ€™S TIME: the training runs have been completed, the taper is in full swing and in just 1 week you will be running through the stunning Scottish Highlands.

From the piper setting you off at the start line and with cheers from the crowds helping to sweep you around this iconic course, this is an event that is truly special.

The feeling of elation when you cross the finish line is palpable and you can celebrate your achievement with a chilled can of ERDINGER Alkoholfrei. The perfect isotonic refreshment to help your body recover and refuel, your ritual after sport!

Good Luck from all the team at ERDINGER Alkoholfrei!

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@erdinger.alkoholfrei.uk โ€“ Your ritual after sport! ITโ€™S TIME: the training runs have been completed, the taper is in full swing and in just 1 week you will be running through the stunning Scottish Highlands. From the piper setting you off at the start line and with cheers from the crowds helping to sweep you around this iconic course, this is an event that is truly special. The feeling of elation when you cross the finish line is palpable and you can celebrate your achievement with a chilled can of ERDINGER Alkoholfrei. The perfect isotonic refreshment to help your body recover and refuel, your ritual after sport! Good Luck from all the team at ERDINGER Alkoholfrei!

This one`s for Ruth. ๐Ÿ’›

Former Scottish Rugby player, @mattscott012 is taking on his first ever marathon at Loch Ness to raise money for @endometriosis.uk, inspired by his wife Ruth`s experience living with the condition.

Endometriosis affects around 1 in 10 women and can have a huge impact on everyday life. For Ruth, that has meant chronic pain, hospitalisation and time away from work, alongside the long wait for further treatment.

Now, he`s taking on 26.2 miles to raise awareness and support better diagnosis, treatment and support for those living with endometriosis.

Good luck with your first marathon, Matt! ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿ’›

#LochNessMarathon #RunLochNess #EndometriosisUK

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This one's for Ruth. ๐Ÿ’› Former Scottish Rugby player, @mattscott012 is taking on his first ever marathon at Loch Ness to raise money for @endometriosis.uk, inspired by his wife Ruth's experience living with the condition. Endometriosis affects around 1 in 10 women and can have a huge impact on everyday life. For Ruth, that has meant chronic pain, hospitalisation and time away from work, alongside the long wait for further treatment. Now, he's taking on 26.2 miles to raise awareness and support better diagnosis, treatment and support for those living with endometriosis. Good luck with your first marathon, Matt! ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿ’› #LochNessMarathon #RunLochNess #EndometriosisUK

Thank you to all the @macmillancancer runners taking part in the Baxters Loch Ness Marathon this weekend, your support means that we can continue to do whatever it takes for the 3.5 million people living with cancer in the UK.

We are wishing you the best of luck and donโ€™t forget to visit the Team Macmillan stand at the event village for some celebratory snacks, and a well-deserved complimentary post-race massage.

We look forward to seeing you there!

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Thank you to all the @macmillancancer runners taking part in the Baxters Loch Ness Marathon this weekend, your support means that we can continue to do whatever it takes for the 3.5 million people living with cancer in the UK. We are wishing you the best of luck and donโ€™t forget to visit the Team Macmillan stand at the event village for some celebratory snacks, and a well-deserved complimentary post-race massage. We look forward to seeing you there!

Only 1 week until the Baxters Loch Ness Marathon & Festival of Running 2026!

Soon it`ll be Highland skies, bagpipes, cheering crowds, Nessie and thousands of runners heading towards their finish line ๐Ÿด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ณ๓ ฃ๓ ด๓ ฟ๐Ÿฆ•๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿƒ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ

Don`t forget to read your Event Guide, packed full of useful information, including key timings, registration, parking, transport to the marathon start and much more ๐Ÿ‘‰ https://lochnessmarathon.com/event-info/race-info/

Who`s ready to go?!

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Only 1 week until the Baxters Loch Ness Marathon & Festival of Running 2026! Soon it'll be Highland skies, bagpipes, cheering crowds, Nessie and thousands of runners heading towards their finish line ๐Ÿด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ณ๓ ฃ๓ ด๓ ฟ๐Ÿฆ•๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿƒ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ Don't forget to read your Event Guide, packed full of useful information, including key timings, registration, parking, transport to the marathon start and much more ๐Ÿ‘‰ https://lochnessmarathon.com/event-info/race-info/ Who's ready to go?!

Good luck to Team Boobs & Balls!

To celebrate being 10 years clear of breast cancer, Nic is taking on the Baxters River Ness 10K in 2026 alongside family and friends as Team Boobs and Balls.

So far they have a team of 30 raising money for @breastcancernow and @prostatescotland. Incredible!

Good luck, team!

#RiverNess10K #RunLochNess

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Good luck to Team Boobs & Balls! To celebrate being 10 years clear of breast cancer, Nic is taking on the Baxters River Ness 10K in 2026 alongside family and friends as Team Boobs and Balls. So far they have a team of 30 raising money for @breastcancernow and @prostatescotland. Incredible! Good luck, team! #RiverNess10K #RunLochNess

THE BIG REVEAL: The LNM26 @bigbobblehats is officially here!

A little bit of Loch Ness. A whole lot of bobble. It`s the perfect souvenir from your marathon adventure in the Highlands!

There are limited numbers available, so don`t hang about.

Find the Big Bobble Hats stand in the Expo.

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THE BIG REVEAL: The LNM26 @bigbobblehats is officially here! A little bit of Loch Ness. A whole lot of bobble. It's the perfect souvenir from your marathon adventure in the Highlands! There are limited numbers available, so don't hang about. Find the Big Bobble Hats stand in the Expo.

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