Chapelton of Elsick 10K
The Chapelton of Elsick 10 km takes place on 12 July 2026 in Chapelton near Newtonhill. The seventh edition is an undulating multi terrain race through the Elsick House estate, with the route starting and finishing in Chapelton. The majority of the course is on tarmac with some farm tracks and a short grass section.
This is not a closed road race and roads remain open to traffic. Runners are responsible for their own safety and must follow instructions from marshals and race officials. The course is unsuitable for wheelchairs; running with buggies or pets is not permitted.
Registration is at The Hut, Greenlaw Road, Chapelton. All pre-entered runners must register on the day to collect their race number, random ID checks will be carried out, and a bag drop option is available. The race is chip timed by Perfect Timing.
There is a water station just after the 5 km point and first aid cover at the start/finish area and at the water station. The use of in-ear headphones is not permitted except for bone conducting headphones and medically prescribed earphones.
Refreshments and toilets are available at Hume Square and close to registration respectively; there are no showers. Prizes include trophies and cash for overall positions and age categories, a Chapelton Residents Shield, and a unique medal and memento for all finishers. Spot prizes will be drawn after prize giving. Entry is online only via Entry Central, entries close at midnight on 30 June 2026 and no entries are accepted on race day. The event is held under ARC rules and all profits go to local charities and organisations.