William Wallace 70km Ultra

Provisional timetable

Friday

• 17:30 – 19:30 | Registration (1) for 50km and 70km solo and teams only | Stirling Cricket Club

Saturday

• 06:00 – 06:45 | Registration (2) for 70km solo and teams only | Stirling Cricket Club
• 06:00 – 07:30 | Registration (2) for 50km solo and teams only | Stirling Cricket Club
• 07:00 | Race Start for 70km
• 07:45 | Race start for 50km
• 08:30 – 09:30 | Braveheart 10km – Stirling Cricket Club
• 08:30 – 09:30 – Wallace Warriors 1-mile Fun Run – Stirling Cricket Club
• 09:45 | 10km Race Start
• 11:15 | 10km Prize Giving
• 09:55 | 1-mile Fun Run Start

Who is it for?

William Wallace Ultra | 50km and 70km

For all runners or power walkers looking to test their endurance whilst taking in the historic sights along a stunning route. You must be over 18, fit, healthy, and understand that this is an endurance event and have sufficiently trained to complete the distance within the 14-hour cut off.

Solo or relay teams of 3 or 6.

Braveheart 10km

This event is open to participants of all abilities aged over 15. With a fully paved, flat route offering some stunning views, it’s the perfect option for both experienced and beginner runners.

Wallace Warriors 1-mile Fun Run

Open to all ages and abilities – this is perfect for kids, beginner runners, or spectators who want to join in the excitement of the day. Young children must be accompanied by an adult throughout.

Kit list

A mandatory kit list is readily available.

GPX route

The route is displayed on the map above.

Introduction

The longest event of the festival – a spectacular 70km/44-mile loop of historic Stirling.

Starting in view of Wallace Monument, and under the shadows of the Ochil Hills, you will then weave your way past the Battle of Bannockburn, climb into the Campsie Fells and Lewis Hill high above North Third Reservoir, before heading through Kings Park – once the hunting ground of royalty – and past Kings Knott ancient gardens. You’ll head up over Stirling Castle with views over the River Forth, past Kier Estate where the SAS founder Sir David Stirling once lived, through the market village of Bridge of Allan rising to Cockburn Reservoir and into the Ochil Hills. Going through Jerah Forrest and returning via the protected village of Blairlogie,  Wallace Monument, Cambuskenneth Abbey and the riverside path. It will be an unforgettable journey!

Map

Stages

• Stage 1 | Battle of Bannockburn

  From: Race Start at Stirling Cricket Club

  To: Battle of Bannockburn Heritage Centre

  Stage Distance: 7.50km (50km and 70km)

  Stage start address: Stirling Cricket Club, Royal Stuart Way, Stirling FK7 7WS

  What 3 Words Link: https://w3w.co/zinc.potato.soulful

• Stage 2 | King Robert The Bruce

  From: Battle of Bannockburn Heritage Centre

  To: Stirling High School

  Stage Distance: 8.75km (50km) or 17.10km (70km)

  Stage start address: Bannockburn Heritage Centre, Glasgow Road, Whins Of Milton,

  Stirling FK7 0LJ

  What 3 Words Link; https://w3w.co/radio.using.deck

• Stage 3 | Stirling Castle

  From: Stirling High School

  To: The Highland Gate Pub & Restaurant

  Stage Distance: 11.55km (50km and 70km)

  Stage start address: Stirling High School, Torbrex Farm Rd, Stirling FK8 2PA

  What 3 Words Link: https://w3w.co/rocket.frogs.timing

• Stage 4 | Mary Queen of Scots

  From: The Highland Gate Pub & Restaurant

  To: Bridge of Allan Fire Station

  Stage Distance: 5km (50km and 70km)

  Stage start address: The Highland Gate by Marstons, Stirling, FK9 4UA

  What 3 Words Link: https://what3words.com/pointed.crossings.broached

• Stage 5 | Wallace Monument

  From Bridge of Allan Fire Station

  To: Wallace Monument

  Stage Distance: 9.29km (50km) or 21.57km (70km)

  Stage start address: Cornton Road, Bridge of Allan, Stirling FK9 4DA

  What 3 Words Link: https://what3words.com/processes.until.nicknames

• Stage 6 | Freedom

  From Wallace Monument

  To: Finish at Stirling Cricket Club

  Stage Distance: 8km (50km and 70km)

  Stage start address: Wallace Monument, Abbey Craig, Hillfoots Rd, Stirling FK9 5LF

  What 3 Words Link: https://w3w.co/mothering.majors.daredevil

Cut off

There will be adequate cut-off times at key check points to keep the excitement high, adrenalin flowing and athletes moving, these will be finalised prior to the start once the great Scottish weather is confirmed.

Event HQ

Stirling Sports Village
Royal Stuart Way
Stirling
Stirling
FK7 7WS
UK

Included

• Finishers medal
• Race t-shirt (Ultra)
• Branded race memento (10K and 1 mile)
• GPS Live Tracking so everyone can follow your journey (Ultra)
• Chip timing (10K)
• Photography
• Finish line catering
• Festival vibes

What a great event! As soon as I saw it advertised I knew it was an event I would love. Running and history all in one. The route did not disappoint- it was stunning. Helped by great weather. The team managed to create an event in which, as a slow runner, I felt completely comfortable and welcome. Thank you for this- it was my first organised event of this distance, made possible by the generous cut off time, and an inclusive attitude. I’d love to do it again. Thank you to the really supportive volunteers at each station. Angharad S

I done the fun run with my nephew and thought it was a fantastic race. Well organised. Also was surprised to receive a medal as well as my nephew 😄 Kelly I

We ran as a female relay 70km team and we absolutely loved this. It was a fantastic event to include all fitness levels from 6km to half marathon distances. It welcomes people from all backgrounds to feel supported in the race. The whole team hope that it takes place again next year with us looking to up our distances and inspire more people to get involved. Thank you for all efforts into this event it was so memorable! Dawn F

Everyone involved was fantastic. Mark F

Amazing course and support, everything was top-notch. Can’t wait to race again next year! Katie S

It was my absolute pleasure to run my first ultra at the William Wallace Running Festival. The organisation was spot on, starting from the handy athlete guide (that was updated with more information closer to the event) throughout registration and up to the day itself. The route was very scenic and well marked never had an issue with getting lost on the course. The aid stations were super well stocked... You can tell a lot of thought and effort went into the organisation. Really, I couldn't have asked for more, and I sincerely hope the WWRF returns next year. Henrietta K

This Ultra was incredible! From the clear pre-race communication to the slick registration, everything had been considered. The route was stunning and I’d highly recommend the race to others. I also really appreciated the ladies fit t-shirts. Thank you event team for a superb race experience! Louisa D

My first ever event. I had a smashing time. I was so nervous and when we set off it was amazing! So happy with my time too and the scenery throughout was lovely. Staff and volunteers were great and motivating. Can’t wait to go next year! Kelsey M

I loved this race! A fantastic atmosphere and hope to do it again next year 💪🏼 Victoria L

First ultra was nervous about getting lost. Made well easy with signs throughout. Aid stations well stocked and an all round good atmosphere. Bailey R

Highly recommend this event - we did the 50K ultra relay and it was fantastic. The course was challenging at times with quite a few steep hills, but the scenery was beautiful! All aid stations were well equipped and made changeovers easy. We really enjoyed the day! Lucy L

A fair mix of road and trail, flat and hills. Beautiful scenery, took a million photos and the organisers/volunteers were super friendly. A water station at Menstrie would have been great with the unexpected heat. Luckily one of the guys had a stash. Would highly recommend, I was loving life throughout the whole run and although I was on my own it didn’t feel like it! Mhairi B

Excellent event. The organisers were great to answer questions on email in the lead up. Volunteers were so good and motivational. They kept us going. Overall atmosphere on the day was excellent. All made to feel very welcome. My only mark down was because I found the course slightly narrow at points so with elite on their return is was harder to overtake runners and at times not enough room on path. Overall excellent and would definitely attend again. Love the medals. Zarah B

Fab event medal was brilliant. Was a little bit tight on some of the pavements on the 10k but nothing to major. Really well organised and good value for money. Would come back next year. Carla J

Great event! Amazing 10km route! Medal amazing! However lots of Garmins / Strava only picked up 9.85 km so that was a shame. LOVE the buff! I’ll definitely be back next year…. Half marathon? Thanks for a brilliant morning 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿⚔️ Alison L

Great race- cracking route and day. Gilliam L

Such a wonderful race! A beautiful course, kind and welcoming events team and overall amazing day! I'd highly recommend and I look forward to doing it again. Jen M

The course was perfectly marked, and the entire event was flawlessly managed. Highly recommended! Euan J

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Ultra Relay Teams

• Form your army of 3 or 6
• Create a battalion team name or club name and appoint a team General who can enter the team
• Fill out each army member's individual contact details including email address, DOB and t-shirt size and approximate 10km time to assist with event planning.
• The race order for your small army will be determined by the name order recorded on Entry Central sign
• Once signed up your appointed General will be sent an Entry Central confirmation and thereafter, we will pass on pre-race information to the full team
• Teams provide their own mode of transport between stages, it is the teams responsibility to get team members to their relevant stage start position. This can be by using sustainable transport (bikes, scooter, walking) or by own vehicles.

Entry fees