Meedies Running Club 24 Hour Charity Relay
The Meedies Running Club 24 Hour Charity Relay returns to Lochore Meadows Country Park, near Lochgelly on Friday 3rd July 2026 through to Saturday 4th July 2026. The event commences at 7pm on Friday 3rd July 2026, and finishes at 7pm on Saturday 4th July 2026.
The setting for this event is a fantastic, multi terrain 5k route around the stunning Lochore Meadows.
YOU CHOOSE YOUR DISTANCE
Participants can challenge themselves to cover any distance ranging from 5k upwards to 50k and beyond based on your own ability. Test yourself with a 5K, 10K, HALF MARATHON, MARATHON or ULTRA distance at your own time and pace, covering as many laps as you choose, around the designated 5k route, taking in the beautiful scenery.
The event is open to all abilities, and will see people running/jogging/walking around the 5k route for the entire 24 hour period. Children are welcome to take part as long as they are accompanied by an adult, children in buggies are Free of Charge. Canicross runners are also welcome.
The start line will be adjacent to the Willie Clarke Park Centre on the grass area beside the main car park. Drinks, tea and coffee and refreshments will be available at all times courtesy of the Meedies Running Club members. There will be a gazebo tent for shelter if required and space to store your bags and belongings (at your own risk). There will be a BBQ at certain times with minimum costs, and the cafe within the Willie Clarke Centre also offers hot drinks and snacks during opening hours.
This event is purely for charity purposes and funds will be donated to local causes. Finishers Medals will be presented to all participants taking part. First aid support is available at all times. We will also be collecting food stuff and toiletries for the local foodbank and food pantry.
Route and Facilities
The 5k route is approximately 3.2 miles. There are toilet facilities available over the course of the 24 hours and there is also ample parking, but please car share where possible. The park offers a Motor Home / Campervan area - please contact the park centre direct to book. There is a large outdoor play park for children on site along with nature walks and cycling tracks.
Cancellation Policy: Competitors, spectators and our volunteers' safety will always be the highest priority for the event organisers. If anything occurs that is outwith our control that would compromise health and safety then we reserve the right to modify, cancel or reschedule the event accordingly. The organisers will communicate any changes as far ahead as circumstances dictate, along with entry decisions.
Entry fees are non-refundable.