Lord Of The Isles Challenge

  • Date Sat 19th September 2015
  • Location Islay, Argyll

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at the Lord of the Isles Challenge, taking place on the stunning Isle of Islay, Argyll and Bute, on September 19th, 2015! This unique event invites participants to embrace a thrilling dual competition, combining the excitement of a golf tournament with the endurance of a marathon. Experience the breathtaking landscapes of one of Scotland’s most picturesque and historic islands, where ancient standing stones, Celtic crosses, and the ruins of castles await you.

On September 19th, golfers will tee off in a picturesque setting, while marathon runners will take on the challenge the following day, September 20th. This is not just a race; it's a chance to step out of your comfort zone, check off an item from your bucket list, and immerse yourself in the rich history and beauty of Islay. Join us for an exhilarating weekend filled with camaraderie, competition, and the stunning backdrop of this remote gem in Scotland!

Organiser's Description

Have you ever wanted to step out of the box and do something crazy, cross something off that bucket list and feel good about it? Well, here’s your chance. Compete in the Lords of the Isles Challenge, a dual competition which involves playing a golf tournament and running a marathon on one of Scotland’s most picturesque, remote, mysterious islands, and certainly its most historic, with ancient standing stones, Celtic crosses, stone age forts, chapels of the Irish sailor-monks, a laird's baronial manor house, and ruins of the castles of the lords of the isles. Golf competition 19 September, Marathon 20 September.

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Unnamed Road, Isle of Islay PA44 7PZ, UK

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