Alford Bull Running Festival
The Alford Bull Running Festival, supported by Gary Moyse at RE/MAX Scotland, has grown from the beloved Mini Bull Run into a full day of races for all ages. By taking part, you'll be helping leave a lasting legacy for local runners. Any profit from the event will be donated to Alford Bull Running Club to fund permanent floodlighting at the Grampian Transport Museum, improving safety and enabling greater participation throughout the winter months.
Event Support
We are incredibly grateful to our local supporters who help make the Alford Bull Running Festival possible. A special thank you to Gary Moyse at RE/MAX Scotland, not only for supporting the event but also as a valued member of Alford Bull Running Club. Supporting local events and local communities is what makes festivals like this possible, and we're delighted to have Gary involved both on and off the course.
Mini Bull Run
Five age-graded fun runs (300 m → 1.2 km) for preschoolers through 12-year-olds.
Relay Run
Teams of one adult + one child (≤ 12 years) over a 600 m loop.
5km Trail Race
Mixed-terrain course for runners aged 13 and above. Mixed-terrain course for runners aged 13 and above. The 5km route can be found here: https://www.alltrails.com/en-gb/explore/map/alford-5k-trail-race-2025-d3f93e7?u=i&sh=bsplwl
10km Road Race
Officially measured road route for runners aged 16 and above. The 10km route can be found here: https://www.alltrails.com/en-gb/explore/map/alford-10k-2025-dab10c5
Race Timetable
- 08:15 - Registration opens (Haughton House)
- 09:10 - Warm-up for 5km Trail Race
- 09:15 - 5km Trail Race – Mixed-terrain start/finish at Haughton House
- 09:55 - Warm-up for 10km Road Race
- 10:00 - 10km Road Race – Officially measured road start/finish at Haughton House
- 11:30 - Prizegiving
- 11:45 - Mini Bull Run & Relay Events
Routes
Mini Bull Runs & Relay
Location: Haughton House, Alford
Distances: Please see list above for childs age group (Age on Race Day)
Format: Sequential runs—one after another
5km Trail Race
Start/Finish: Haughton House, Alford
Course: Park trails + quiet country roads (uneven ground, tree-roots)
Support: Fully signposted & marshalled
10km Road Race
Start: Haughton House (AB33 8NA)
Finish: Flower Meadow, Haughton Park
Course: Certified 10km on quiet country roads
Support: Marshals, signage & water stations en route
Entries & Fees
| Event | Cost |
| Mini Runs & Relay | £5 / person or £5 / team |
| 5 km Trail Race | £16 |
| 10 km Road Race | £22 |
Includes: Medal & goody-bag (one per child in relay teams)
Registration: Online only at entrycentral.com/alfordbullrunningfestival
Closes: Wednesday 22/08/2026 at 23:59
No on-the-day entries & no refunds
Facilities & Logistics
Parking: Haughton Park & Alford Village car parks
Toilets: At both Haughton Park car parks (none on course)
Refreshments: Home-bakes & drinks from 09:15 at registration
Photography: Opt-out available at registration
Health & Safety
Trail Warning: Uneven surfaces - run at your own risk
Marshals: Please follow all instructions; routes fully signposted
No Dogs: Strictly no dogs on any course