Run the Blades

Run the Blades Half Marathon

Half Marathon·380m gain·Eaglesham, United Kingdom
trailhalf marathonloopbeginner friendly
DistanceHalf Marathon
Gain380m
DateDate TBA

About This Race

A Half Marathon mixed-terrain race, Eaglesham, Scotland.

Elevation Profile

Elevation profile estimated from terrain data. Actual course may differ.

The course gains 380m over 21km, with the steepest section between km 2–km 2.

Location

Practical Info

Nearest Airport

GLA - Glasgow International Airport

Accommodation

Located 20 minutes southwest of central Glasgow with easy access to city accommodations.

Required Gear
  • mobile phone

Best For

beginnersintermediate runnersultra runnerscommunity seekers

Notable Features

Run the Blades takes place within the UK's largest onshore wind farm, creating a unique industrial-natural landscape. The event features wind turbines towering 140 meters overhead and is known for its exceptional community support, equal prize money across genders, and comprehensive inclusivity policies. The signature challenging hill near the finish of each distance has become a beloved feature that tests runners' resolve.

Other Distances at This Event

1 Mile

229m gain

A free one-mile course for under-16 runners that starts and finishes in the Event Village. Young participants can sprint, run, or toddle their way through this introductory distance, becoming part of the Run the Blades community from an early age.

10K

193m gain

A 10K mixed-terrain race, Eaglesham, Scotland.

50K

463m gain

A 50K mixed-terrain run, Eaglesham, Scotland.