Kilt Race - Register your place today
As part of the Games Day in Crieff, we will have the Crieff Kilt Race sponsored by JM Dewar through the town of finishing in front of the Chieftain at the Market Park. Everyone is welcome to take part, whether serious or fun runners. Enjoy the thrill of running down through the town to the sound of bagpipes and cheers from the spectators lined up on both sides of the streets! Get ready to enter when our online registration goes live in 2024!
Time
The race starts at 10.45am (or as near to) at the Royal British Legion, Perth Road, Crieff, PH7 3EB. You should leave at least 30 minutes beforehand to get registered and stretched.
Registration, Clothing & Baggage
You will be given a race number which you should PIN to the front of your shirt/top or t-shirt and a wristband which will permit you entry to the Games field.
If you have baggage that you wish to be taken down to the Games field then this MUST be left with the Declaration Team no later than 10.35am. Note - The Games Committee cannot be responsible for the safety of your baggage.
Assembly/Route
You should remain within British Legion car park until the Gamesmakers direct you to go with them to the Race start. This should be around 10.40am
The race starts at the British legion, goes down High Street to The Square in Crieff and turns left down King street, At the end of King street you will turn left onto Broich Road and then left again into the Market Park. Once in the Park you will complete the race with a lap of the track and finish in front of the Chieftain and Patrons area.
About the Race
The Crieff Kilt Race is suitable for both serious and fun runners. With a drop of almost 50 meters in altitude from start to finish giving runners a chance to get their fastest mile time, or have an enjoyable easy run through the town. You should wear a kilt or tartan type skirt as a minimum, but the more the better!
Gamesmakers will be on route to help you to the correct way.
Prizes
The following prizes will be provided:
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd | ||||
| Men's Race | £25 | £15 | £10 | |||
| Woman's Race | £25 | £15 | £10 | |||
| Best Junior (Under 12 - 15) | £15 | £10 | £5 | |||
| Best Junior ( 8 - 11) | £15 | £10 | £5 |
Overall winner will be presented with the Ohio Scottish Games Trophy.
Note: In the event of an athlete being eligible for a place in one or more categories only one prize (highest value) will be awarded.
Your kilt race entry also provides entry for the day to the Games, including the our Music Arena where you can listen to award winning Scottish musicians.
