Helmsdale Games Race
Below are the key details about the running event along with a Google map & search link.
* This event was last held on 15 Aug 2026 - new dates haven't been announced yet *
- When
- 15 Aug 2026
- Distances
- 6K
- Location
- Couper Park, Helmsdale, Sutherland
- Terrain
- Trail
About Helmsdale Games Race
For runners seeking a genuine Highland hill race, the Helmsdale Games Race offers a challenging 6 km mountain course set within one of Scotland's celebrated Highland Games. Based at Couper Park, the trail route takes in steep climbs and descents across the surrounding hills, with views across the Sutherland coastline and countryside.
The race is held as part of the broader Helmsdale Highland Games sporting programme, with separate competitions for different age groups and runner categories. Open and Confined races cater to competitors from across the Caithness, Sutherland and Ross shire regions, alongside dedicated Youth and Junior Hill Races that form a cornerstone of the day's events. Taking place on 15 August 2026, it combines the appeal of competitive hill running with the traditional atmosphere of a Highland Games gathering.
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