Skedaddle Speyside 10k
The Skedaddle Speyside event is a trail race of approximately 10 km held on 11 October 2026. It is part of the Speyside Series 2026. Entries are limited and close on Friday, October 9th, with no on-the-day entry available.
Registration takes place in Archiestown Village Hall, offering toilet and changing facilities. Parking is available in the village square and surrounding lanes, with limited parking also provided at the finish at Cardhu Distillery. A complimentary shuttle bus will run for runners between the start and finish.
The route is point-to-point, starting at Archiestown Village Square and finishing at Cardhu Distillery. It traverses land management firetracks into Elchies woods with a gradual incline, then becomes more undulating with scenic views. The course includes muddy sections, a road crossing with marshals, and runs alongside Cardhu reservoir.
Water stations will be available at the halfway point and the finish. First aid and marshals will be present. Prizes will be awarded for overall male and female winners, as well as veteran categories (V40, V50, V60, V70). All participants will receive a finisher's memento.
An optional complimentary dram will be offered courtesy of Cardhu distillery for all entrants and spectators over 18 years old.