Race to the Base 2025

When does it start?

Registration is between 9.00-10.30 on Sunday 11th, with the race starting at 11.00

Where do I park?

There is limited parking available at Assynt Leisure Centre (Registration HQ), with plenty more free parking available in Lochinver village, only a short walk from the race start.

How old do I have to be to race?

For insurance purposes, participants must be over 18 years old on the day of the race, and under 75.

Will I need to navigate?

No. The race follows a well defined path, and will be marshalled and fully marked.

Can I bring my dog?

Sorry no. We love dogs, but this run passes through unfenced croftland, with sheep, deer and other wildlife roaming free. For their safety, and the safety of your fellow runners, we will not allow dogs.

Where can I stay?

Lochinver is on the world-famous NC500 touring route, so there are loads of choices for accommodation. Book early though, as rooms fill up very fast!

Is water/gel availale on the route?

We will be providing water at ~3 mile intervals, but not energy gel. Feel free to bring your own, but please respect the environment by taking any gel packets away with you. PLEASE NOTE - this is a 'Leave No Trace' Race with cup/bottle free water stations - bring your own bottle, hydration vest or collapsible cup for water stations.

What kit will I need?

You'll need to bring a water bottle, hydration vest or collapsible cup. The water stations are plastic and cup free to reduce our environmental impact and prevent littering. Runners will also need to carry a charged mobile phone for safety reasons- this is a remote race, so this is an ESSENTIAL item, and runners will not be allowed to participate without a working mobile phone with them. Trail shoes are a must as the course is muddy and slippy in places. Poles are allowed, but we'd ask you've experience using them, and to be mindful of other runners in places where the route is narrow. Hydration packs are encouraged, but not necessary. Lochinver is in the remote Highlands of Scotland. Although we hope for good weather, May is notoriously fickle here, so competitors should be ready for any weather - including snow.

Is there a time limit?

Yes. For the safety of our marshals, there is a time limit of 4 hours. After this time, our race marshals will be brought down off the race route. No sweeper vehicle will be available on the rough sections of track (miles 3-10), so please bare this in mind before entering.