Ballater Games Hill Race
Ballater Games Hill Race is a traditional Highland hill race featuring a steep ascent from Ballater village to the summit of Craigendarroch with spectacular Cairngorms views.
| Date | Thursday 13th August, 2026 |
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| Distance | 3.5K |
| Location | Monaltrie Park |
| Town/City | Ballater |
| Area | North East |
| Start postcode | AB35 5NN |
| Start time | 3:00pm |
| Organiser | Chris Tomlinson |
| Website | Visit website |
The Ballater Games Hill Race 2026 takes place on Thursday 13th August 2026 as part of the Ballater Highland Games at Monaltrie Park. This classic Scottish hill race offers runners the chance to compete in a unique Highland Games setting, with the event forming part of a full day of traditional celebrations.
The 3.5K route starts from the games arena before heading through Ballater village and across the River Dee towards the hill climb. Runners ascend to the summit before descending the same route back to the finish, tackling around 200m of climb on varied hill terrain.
The race has a traditional hill running atmosphere, with entries available around the Highland Games event and competitors able to enjoy the wider festivities afterwards. With its short, sharp climb and stunning Highland scenery, it provides a memorable summer hill racing challenge.
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| Results | Verification Status |
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| 2024 results | Verified |
| 2023 results | Verified |
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- Organiser’s website
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