UK Running Series is proud to present the first event of the AYRSHIRE CHALLENGE, set to take place in Rozelle Park, South Ayrshire, Scotland on Sunday 01 May 2022.

ABOUT ROZELLE PARK

Rozelle Park is situated on the south side of Ayr. This historic estate features the original 1760s Mansion House, The Maclaurin Art Gallery, Rozelle Tea Room, as well as Ponds, Woodland Walks, and vast Playing Fields.

AYRSHIRE CHALLENGE

This is the first event of the 3-race series covering the counties of South, North and East Ayrshire.  The event is limited to 150 runners and is guaranteed to sell out quickly. All finishers will receive a bespoke medal and there will be awards for the Top 3 finishers in Open, Masters and Junior races.

Our aid stations are vegetarian and vegan-friendly and we follow a strict COVID-19 protocol.

DISTANCES:

Adults (Age 16+): HM, 10K & 5K
Juniors (Age 9-15): 3K

COST:

HM: £25.00 (Affiliated)
10K: £17.00 (Affiliated)
5K: £12.00 (Affiliated)
3K: £9.00

For non-affiliated adult runners, there is an additional £2 fee.

START TIMES:

09:00 AM: Half Marathon
10:00 AM: 10K
10:15 AM: 5K
10:20 AM: 3K

The course will officially close at 12pm for all distances.

BIB COLLECTION:

The registration desk will open at 8:15AM and will close 15 minutes before the start of each race.

WHAT'S INCLUDED:

1) Aid Station at the Start / Finish.
2) Race Bib.
3) First aid support.
4) Course marshals.
5) Public liability insurance.
6) Custom-designed finisher medal for all distances.

In an effort to make our events as environmentally friendly as possible, all our events are cup-less. We will provide water but you will need to bring your own refillable bottle.

AWARDS:

There will be awards for top 3 finishers in the following categories.

1) Top 3 Open (Under 40’s) Male / Female in HM, 10K & 5K
2) Top 3 Masters (Over 40’s) Male / Female in HM, 10K & 5K.
3) Top 3 Juniors (9-15) Male / Female in 3K

The award ceremony will start at approximately 11:15 AM.

COURSE:

This is a trail course inside the park. Normal trail running shoes would be required. The complete course is traffic free. 

21.1K: 1 loop of 1.1K followed by 4 full out and back loops of 5K.
10K: Two out and back loops of 5K.
5K: One out and back loop of 5K
3K: One out and back loop of 3K

TOILETS:

The park toilets are located close to the registration desk and Start / Finish area.

PARKING:

There is free parking inside the park, but we do recommend participants to either car share or take public transport. 

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION:

The first 50 people to sign up by February 20, 2022 will receive a 10% discount! Use the discount code "EARLYBIRDSPECIAL" to register. 

FREE RACE PLACES:

Our volunteer marshals add so much to our events which is why we reward them with a free entry. This can be for themselves for the following race or a family member or friend for that same race. For more information or to register please e-mail: hello@ukrunningseries.com

REFUNDS & CANCELLATIONS:

Should the event need to be cancelled, postponed or rescheduled due to any reason beyond our control, all entries will be automatically transferred to the following local event. Due to the expenses incurred in organising these events, we are only able to offer a transfer and are unable to offer any form of refund. For full race terms and conditions please visit the registration portal.

CONTACT RACE DIRECTOR:

Email: hello@ukrunningseries.com