Linn Park

Linn Park opened in Glasgow on 2nd July 1921. One hundred years later, Friends of Linn Park created the Centenary Trail to celebrate. We couldn't resist, we added our Centenary Trail Race, and we're returning again this year.

Race

The race will start and finish nearby the Halfpenny Bridge, also known locally as 'the white bridge'. The bridge was built in 1811 and is the oldest single-span cast iron bridge in Glasgow.

Race start will be 10.30am. Registration will be from 9.20am 

For those hi-tech folk, the What3Words address for the start is........///making.royal.magic

The route

Updated from last year, we'll be staying Linn Park, no crossing to Castlemilk Woodlands - they've got their own trail race now! It's now a two lapper, meaning you get to enjoy all the hills twice!

It's roughly 10km, give or take a few hundred metres. It's a trail race....that's an 'ish'. Couple of hills, bit of mud, a few tree roots, it'll feel like more than a 10k! But it will be great and you'll love it.

The route will showcase the Centenary Trail created by the Friends of Linn Park. Information boards along the Trail give information about the history of the park. Mid race may not be an ideal time to stop and read these! Perfect for the warm-up and cool down though!

There is some nice undulations on the route! But we're avoiding the steps side of the White Cart Walkway. 

We like to introduce folk to new trails, as such we'll be showcasing Linn Park in all it's wonderous beauty. Always a bit of mud to be found here! Hills and mud? Must be Acorn Trails!

There will be ups, there will be downs, and there will be mud. Even if I need to get a hose pipe out and create some!

Entry

Entry is limited to 200 runners, and there will be early bird pricing for the first 50 entries.

Friends of Linn Park

We're supporting the amazing work of the Friends of Linn Park, a group of volunteers who are commited to protecting, improving and promoting the beautiful green space that is Linn Park

This volunteer group support the park in fantastic ways. Path improvements, wildlife trails, bat and butterfly encouragement just the tip of the iceberg.

They are even providing marshals on the day to support the event.

You can also donate towards their work at https://localgiving.org/charity/friends-of-linn-park/

Finish line

Manually timed, so keep your race bib pinned in a nice clear place. Shirt or shorts is fine as long as we can see it on your front.

Water and snacks will be available at the finish.

Can't wait to see you on the day…