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Cateran Trail Ultramarathon

Name: Cateran Trail Ultramarathon
Start: 2026-05-09
End: 2026-05-09
Location: Spittal of Glenshee

Spittal of Glenshee, Scotland, United Kingdom

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About the Event

Follow in the footsteps of fearsome cattle thieves on the historic Cateran Trail Ultramarathon on Saturday, 9th May 2026. This 55-mile circular adventure in the heart of Perthshire traces ancient drove roads and rough hill trails through the wild, stunning landscapes of Glenshee and Glen Isla. With 7,450ft of ascent on 90% off-road terrain, it’s a true test of remote Scottish endurance, culminating in a breathtaking climb to An Lairig Pass with a view down to the finish. As a UTMB Index qualifier, the event blends formidable challenge with raw natural beauty, offering a deeply authentic ultra experience far from the crowds. Secure your place for a journey where every mile is steeped in history and the spirit of the old Caterans seems to echo in the hills.

Races Offered

55 Mile Ultra

May 09, 2026

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Distance — 88.5K

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Type — Running

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-136 days remaining

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Spittal of Glenshee.

thermostat Temperature

6.9° / 14.8°

wb_sunny Feels like

3.7° / 11.7°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

9h 52m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.5 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

11.7 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (4.2)

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78.9%

wb_twilight Sunrise

04:54

nightlight Sunset

21:24

About Spittal of Glenshee

Learn more about the host city, Spittal of Glenshee.

The Spittal of Glenshee lies at the head of Glenshee in the highlands of eastern Perth and Kinross, Scotland, where the confluence of many small streams flowing south out of the Grampians form the Shee Water. For centuries, there has been a hostel or inn at the site and, in modern times, the small village has become a centre for travel, tourism and winter sports in the region, sited at a bend on the A93 trunk road which leads from Blairgowrie north past the Spittal to the Glenshee Ski Centre and on to Braemar.

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