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SCOTLAND
JULY 2024

July 4th - 3 Nights

Prices From £399 | DEPOSIT ONLY £79

Location: West Highland Way, Scotland.

Accommodation: Camping BYO Tent

Running: 4 Run Days, Totalling 150km

Terrain: 99% Trail inc 3,500m Elevation

Spaces: 16 - BYO Tents (Bag Transfer Inc)

Ability: Level 3 of 4  [Difficulty Pyramid]

Focus: Back to basics. Run Camp Run.

GUIDED RUNNING OF THE WEST HIGHLAND WAY

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West Highland Run information

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Itinerary

Run-Camp-Run the epic West Highland Way with Nick and the team. No navigation or organising required, and no need to carry all your gear. The team will do everything for you (you'll do the running bit though).  Join a small group of all abilities to run one of the most iconic long distance routes in Britain. The West Highland Way takes you through some of Scotland's most beautiful landscapes. With your tent, food and clothing being transported between campsites for you, all you'll need to carry is a day bag with food and water (minimum 2 Litres of water). Once we reach our night stops we'll pitch our tents, cook and eat dinner together, before a well earned sleep. In the Scottish summer there is plenty of daylight to get the miles in, so there will be no rush on the running pace and we will all run as a group, covering the 150km over 4 days. Day 1: 37km, Day 2: 45km, Day 3: 44km, Day 4: 24km.

 

BRING YOUR OWN TENT - WE DO THE REST

 

Beginning in Milngavie, just North of Glasgow we'll hop from campsite to campsite, running an average of 38km per day. As we head North we'll pass through Drymen, Balmaha and Rowardennan with Loch Lomond on our immediate left. With Ben Lomond on our right we'll continue through Inverarnan, Crianlarich, and Tyndrum, to the Bridge of Orchy. Now just over half way with some hefy hills behind us, we'll continue to Inveroran, Kingshouse and Kinlochleven with Glencoe on our West. We'll see Ben Nevis ahead and Loch Linnhe on our left as we trott the final few kilometers to our finishing post in Fort William. Note - We'll have a support vehicle to transport your bags - if you need/want to hop in the car for a few miles (or entire day), if your legs have had enough, this is always an option.

Day 1 - Thursday - 4th July

Milngavie to Loch Lomond - 37km, 800m

Here we go! Day one will start in Milngavie and take us through the gravel trails of Mugdock country park to start. We will follow this for around 12 miles through to Drymen, where we'll stop for lunch (there's a shop and facilities). After lunch we will re-join the trail refreshed and ready for the first climb of the journey, Conic hill: a short but steep hill offering rewarding views. The descent from the summit is a rocky path that takes us down into Balmaha, a small town with plenty of rest stops. The remainder of the day will be back on the less hilly route taking us to our frist night stop at the south of Loch Lomond. Here we will set up camp, go fo a dip in the lake, and cook dinner together before bed.

A gorgeous sunset taking place over the mountains
Day 2 - Friday - 5th July

Loch Lomond to Tyndrum - 45km, 1100m

Today is our toughest day in terms of distance, and slightly more challenging than yesterday in terms of hills - but it's well worth it. The trail is beautiful as we run the rest of the length of loch lomond, past Ben Lomond on a simple undulating path. We'll then leave the lochside to continue towards Tyndrum, stopping for lunch in Beinglas, before pushing on through spectacular high hills to reach Tyndrum. Here we will set up camp, get cleaned up and head to the Real Food Cafe for a hot dinner before turning in for the night. In this little village of Tyndrum there are some wee shops and pubs if you fancy some extra snacks or a well deserved pint or two.

Tents set up in the woods for nights of the run
Day 3 - Saturday - 6th July

Tyndrum to Kinlochleven, 44km, 1000m

After a good group breakfast and packing up camp, we'll set off running through some spectacular hills, to the Bridge of Orchy. We'll stop for some lunch here before taking the trail part of the iconic Ronnoch Moor. This is one of the last remaining wildernesses of Europe spanning over 50 square metres, but don't worry we're only running through a portion of it! Rannoch Moor will lead us into Glencoe in the presence of some humbling Munroes. If we're feeling tired we can stop in the Kinghouse bar in the Glencoe valley for a hot drink and a break for the legs before taking the final 9 miles to Kinlochleven. We'll pitch our tents for the last and final camp, get showered and eat together around the fire. Kinlochleven has a co-op and some pubs should we want to stock up on any extra snacks or pop for a pint (or shelter from any bad weather).

 A close up of a natural BBQ grill enjoyed after a day's run
Day 4 - Sunday - 7th July

Kinlochleven to Fort William - 24km, 650m

 

For our final day we'll cook and make our breakfast at camp or head out for our last day and final stretch of the West Highland Way. You're just 15 miles from the finish in Fort William. Today offers more magical views of some of Scotlands greatest peaks and valleys, including Ben Nevis. In comparison to the bigger mileages days, today will feel like our victory lap. We'll finish with an overwhelming sense of pride and appreciation in just how far our legs have taken us. Time to celebrate in the pub! We'll be back in plenty of time for a big pub lunch all together before your Run Weekend comes to a close. The best route back to Milngavie is by train. And it's great to give perspective on the huge sense of the distance you've just ran - that's if you can keep your eyes open.

A man hiking a mountain trail

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Included

Accommodation

3 Nights Camping

Back to basics

(YOU MUST BRING YOUR OWN TENT) Reccommend a small 2 person tent

Running

Guided Running - West Highland Way 

Day 1 - 37km

Day 2 - 45km

Day 3 - 44km

Day 4 - 24km

Meals

3 x Breakfast

4 x Lunch

3 x Dinner

Some meals will be group cooked around fire - others eating out.

Travel

You'll be running to and from each night stop. We will transport your luggage for you but you'll need to run with a backpack that can carry 2 litres of water.

Activities

150km Running

Guide & Support Vehicle 

Fire pits and Camp Cooking

Unforgettable views

Pub Meals too

Photos

Nick and the team will be taking photos throughout the weekend. You'll be sent these via a link post weekend.

Not Included

Travel

You must make your own way to and from your Run Weekend location. Village of Milngavie.

Travel Insurance. You must come prepared with appropriate travel insurance.

Extras

Extra drinks.

Additional food.

Extra snacks on run route.

Accommodation upgrades

Extra meals

Kit

TENT - YOU MUST BRING YOUR OWN TENT, SLEEPING BAG, BED MAT. Run gear, mosquito spray, spare socks, swimwear and towel. Warm coat and layers. Any bags or bottles you may want for the runs.

Early Bird

Standard

Limited Availability

1 Person
(Sharing)

2 Persons
(Sharing)

1 Person
(Sharing)

2 Persons
(Sharing)

All bookings (1 person or 2 persons) will require their own tent and camping essentials

Nick Butter Run Weekends Run Leader

Run Leader

Nick Butter

You'll be running with Nick.

 

Nick is very keen for every Run Weekend to be as inclusive as possible. Runners of all abilities, shapes and sizes, ages and genders, and from all walks of life are welcome. You're in good hands: Nick has travelled to every corner of the world, run over 1000 marathons, and has dreamt up Run Weekends because he want's to showcase the world through running, just as he has. We all run together, we look after each other, and enjoy the weekends as a group.

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Getting to us

Meeting Point

Your Run Weekend will commence at 08:30 on Thursday 4th July in the village of Milngavie. We suggest you travel to us the night before. We will meet at 08:30 at the Milngavie train station. Arrive in your running gear with luggage, bags, and tent kit packed ready for our crew to transfer your belongings to our camp spot for the first night. Nick and the team will be at the train station from 07:30. We begin running at 09:00 sharp.

Arrival & Departure Times

Please arrive between 07:30 - 08:30 on 4th July at Milngavie Train Station.

Your Run Weekend will conclude at 14:00 on 7th July in Fort William. From here we suggest you catch the train back to Milngavie to continue your onward travel home. (You are responsible for travel to and from your Run Weekend).

Getting to you Milngavie

There are a number of options to reach the village of Milngavie. (Please note these are suggestions only, we cannot guarantee travel routes) It's your responsibility to get to us.

Suggested Travel: (Remember - we do not cover your travel to and from your Run Weekend)

Train & Fly + Train

London - Glasgow - Milngavie

Drive

There's plenty of parking, simply train back from Fort William once you complete The West Highland Way.

 

 

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Packing List

Suggestions:

  • Running Shoes (Trail)

  • Socks x 2 or 3

  • Shorts x 2 or Running Leggings

  • T-Shirt / Vest x 2

  • Lightweight Waterproof / Windproof x 1

  • Long Sleeve Breathable x 1

  • Running Bag (2-3 litres minimum)​​

  • Swimwear & towel​​

  • Medical / Allergies Card

  • Head Torch

  • Hand Sanitizer & Sun Cream

  • Foil Blanket & Whistle

  • Warm Jumper

Camping Kit

  • Tent (up to 4 person - If you are coming as a pair/couple, we suggest sharing a tent)

  • Bed Mat

  • Sleeping Bag

  • Mosquitto/Midges Spray & Net

Optional

  • Thick Layer

  • Medical Kit - Blister plasters etc

  • Watch & Charger

  • £50 - £100 Emergency Cash

  • Lightweight Battery Pack & Cable

  • Gloves and or Cap

  • Extra casual evening outfit 

  • Extra snacks or drinks

  • Painkillers / Anti Inflammatories

  • Waterproof phone case

  • Top Tip: Backup your phone before you come incase you drop it

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 DEPOSIT ONLY 20% 

Pay in full, or just 20% at checkout and the rest no later than 60 days before your Run Weekend.

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