5 Tage Sky-Running-Camp in Schottland in Wester Ross, Vereinigtes Königreich

You will arrive on Thursday and can be picked up from Inverness upon request. The train journey from Inverness is also considered a scenic option should you choose to take it.

Massages are also available upon request. Please notify in advance so arrangements can be made.

Thursday

• Arrive from 14:00. Settle in and rest.
• Optional evening run of approximately 10 km / 6.2 mi
• 19:30 Communal dinner at the hostel

Friday

• Breakfast from 08:00 to 09:00
• Chat about route preparation and navigation
• Run from the front door
• 11:00 Benn Liath run (20 km / 12.4 mi)
• Afternoon swim in the river or Loch or a trip to Torridon, followed by free time
• 19:00 Dinner at the cottage

Saturday

• 07:30 to 08:30 Breakfast
• 08:30 Drive to Coulin
• 09:00 Coulin to Attadale run (22 km / 13.7 mi)
• Lunch in Attadale, followed by a visit to the Torridon Inn. Navigation and route planning for the following day with the group
• 19:00 Dinner at the cottage

Sunday

• 07:30 to 08:15 Breakfast
• 08:15 45-minute drive to the start (wraps provided at the start)
• 09:00 Start of 30 km / 18.6 mi run from the southern edge of the Coulin Estate to the Torridon Inn via the Coulin Estate and Beinn Mhor. The run includes technical guidance from the guides
• 19:00 Dinner in Shieldaig

Monday

• 07:30 to 08:30 Breakfast
• Swim, pack, or walk
• 10:00 Return to Inverness via minibus or van

Routes

These routes are handpicked examples of some favourites. The itinerary distances will be followed.

Day one: Incheril loop via Slioch (Munro)

Park at Incheril, close to Kinlochewe. This is an accessible starting point if staying in Wester Ross or near the Torridon Hills. The route is geologically interesting, following one of the region’s finest lochs and tackling one of its most iconic Munros. It is also close to the Fisherfield Forest, one of Scotland’s true wilderness areas.

The path begins flat and well trodden, becoming wilder and more isolated, and therefore rockier, as it approaches Gleann Tanagaidh. It skirts east and south before returning along the western path and following a relatively flat but still technical return along Loch Maree. The route starts and ends flat but remains challenging throughout.

• Distance: 35 to 40 km / 21.7 to 24.9 mi
• Difficulty rating: 4/5

Day two: Beinn Damph loop

This is a relatively flat (by West Highlands standards) circular run starting at the Torridon Hotel and skirting the base of Beinn Damph, with an optional ascent to the summit. It circles Loch Damph anticlockwise and returns to the Torridon Hotel, which offers excellent food and hospitality.

• Distance: About 22 km / 13.7 mi
• Difficulty rating: 2/5

Day three: The Celtman marathon route

This is an extreme version of the potential route and is optional for highly experienced runners. The planned route follows Beinn Liath Mhor.

The run starts at Laire, less than five minutes from the New Lodge, and ends in Torridon by the village hall. The route follows part of the challenging Celtman marathon course and includes Beinn Eighe, one of Scotland’s most iconic Munros. A short ascent leads to the summit from the ridge before returning northwards and descending to the tarn. The route continues up the Coulin Pass. This route is not recommended without guides.

• Distance: 42 km / 26.1 mi
• Difficulty rating: 5/5

Kit list

• OS Explorer Map 433
• OS Explorer Map OL6: The Lake District, South-western
• Head torch
• Towel
• Spare casual clothes
• Trail or fell shoes
• Waterproof and windproof jacket and trousers
• Whistle
• Camelbak or water container for runs
• Bum bag or small backpack for running and day trips
• Cash (for steam train or other expenses)
• Compass
• Optional navigation map for skills practice
• Something to read
• Midge repellent

Final note

All camps cater to neurodivergent runners, offering small groups, serene locations, bespoke diets, pick-ups and drop-offs at nearby train stations, considerate guides, and a flexible timetable.