PIM Half Marathon & 5K
PIM Running Festival features a half marathon, 5K and 1.5K kids race from Crathes Castle, with scenic country roads, estate grounds and farm tracks.
| Date | Saturday 12th September, 2026 |
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| Distance | Half Marathon + other events: 5K, Fun Run |
| Terrain | Road |
| Course Profile | Flat |
| Timing | Chip timed |
| Location | Crathes Castle |
| Town/City | Banchory |
| Area | North East |
| Start postcode | AB31 5QJ |
| Start time | 11:00am |
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The PIM Running Festival takes place at the historic Crathes Castle Estate near Banchory, with a half marathon, 5K and 1.5K children's race. All three events start and finish on the lawn in front of Crathes Castle, providing an impressive setting within the National Trust for Scotland estate.
Half marathon runners follow a scenic route predominantly on quiet country roads to the north and east of Crathes, heading towards the Drum Castle estate before looping back towards the finish. A couple of level off road farm track sections add variety to the 13.1 mile course, while the 5K remains within the grounds of Crathes Castle for a shorter running challenge.
The 1.5K kids race also takes place within the castle grounds and provides an event for primary school aged runners. Finishers across the festival receive a medal and event T shirt, while entry fees support the conservation work of the National Trust for Scotland at its historic properties and landscapes.
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Results
| Results | Status |
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| 2026 results | Verified |
| 2025 results | Verified |
| 2024 results | Verified |
| 2023 results | Verified |
| 2022 results | Verified |
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