Other runs
As well as the races which the SSBA is affiliated with there are many other races taking place throughout the year which you can choose to undertake on behalf of the Scottish Spina Bifida Association.
Just sign up directly with the race organisers and then contact the SSBA Fundraising Team on 01236 794508 or email Fundraising and they will send you sponsor forms, t-shirts and any other marketing materials you may require to complete your challenge. They are also on hand for any advice you may need to make your race a fabulous fundraising success.
Below are a few of our supporters favourite races which take place throughout the year. Thousands of other races do take place throughout the UK - to find your next race please visit Running Diary
Peterhead Running Festival - Sunday 11th September 2011
The Peterhead Half Marathon has taken on legs this year as the event now features races for all ages and abilities. All proceeds from the Festival are being donated to SSBA, which we are very grateful for.
Taking place at Catto Park playing fields and running track, this year’s event will include the Shell 5K race, jog or walk and the Shell School Fun Runs, in partnership with Active Schools.
Entries are now open; download an entry form for the 5k or Half Marathon or enter online.
For more information or to volunteer contact Stephen Bruce on sbruce61@talktalk.net or visit www.peterheadjogscotland.com.
Great Scottish Run - September -
Glasgow 10K and Half Marathon
Following the success of last year's event (18,000 runners), participants once again will get to choose between the half marathon or 10k. The race takes runners past some of the city's most famous attractions, and features the hugely popular run over the Kingston Bridge, before finishing in Glasgow Green.
To enter or for further details please call Glasgow City Council's race hotline on 0845 270 0166 .
Womens 10K - May - Bellahouston Park, Glasgow
Over 12,000 women entered the Resolution Asset Managements Women's 10k in 2008 with the winner completing the race in just 31.32 minutes
To enter or for further details please call Glasgow City Council's race hotline on 0845 270 0166 .
The 10K for Men - June - Bellahouston Park, Glasgow
The 10K for Men is organised by Men's Health Forum Scotland (MHFS) and is the only 10k event specifically for men in the UK . It is normally held on the last day of National Men's Health Week, which is also Fathers Day.
The event is open to all men over 15 years with family, individual, community or work participation widely encouraged.
To enter or for further details please call Glasgow City Council's Race Hotline on 0845 270 0166.
Baxters Loch Ness Marathon - October
Recognised as one of the UK's leading marathons, the Baxters Loch Ness Marathon follows a spectacular point-to-point route through stunning Highland scenery, along the south-eastern shores of Loch Ness, and then crosses the River Ness to finish in Inverness Queens Park Stadium. Entry is through the marathon organisers and is on a first come, first served basis until race limit is reached.
To enter or for further details please call the race organisers on 0870 127 8000.
