The legendary Skyline Scotland is set to return in 2027 as part of a new chapter with UTMB World Series! 🤩
Remaining true to its Highland roots and mountain spirit, and with original founder and owner Shane Ohly remaining closely involved, Skyline Scotland will once again take runners through some of the most technical, dramatic, and unforgettable terrain.
Commenting on the announcement, Skyline Scotland founder Shane Ohly said:
“This is the start of a new chapter for Skyline Scotland, and a big step forward for trail running in Scotland. We had been in conversation with UTMB World Series since 2021. Over that time, we’ve built a really strong relationship with a shared ambition to create genuinely world-class trail-running experiences.
Skyline Scotland by UTMB is an incredibly complex event to deliver well. It’s not something many event organisers could take on with confidence. What’s stood out to me with UTMB World Series is that they have both the technical depth and operational experience to not just deliver an event like this safely, but to properly invest in it and help it grow in the long term. That gives Skyline Scotland by UTMB the best possible chance to develop into an event that can sit alongside the very best trail races anywhere in the world.
With UTMB World Series’ backing, I’m really excited about what comes next. I’m also delighted to continue working closely with UTMB World Series to support the transition and help ensure everything moves forward smoothly.”
Commenting on the announcement UK Event Director Sam Calvert said:
“It's a fantastic honour to welcome Skyline Scotland into the UTMB World Series. It feels like a natural addition, and we are excited to be hosting the first World Series race in the Scottish Highlands. The launch of Skyline Scotland represents an exciting new chapter for us, making 2027 the first year we will host three UTMB World Series events in the UK. Delivering these events goes far beyond races that are spectacular for the runners. The long-term success is shaped by the relationships with the local communities, shared vision with the stakeholders, and a sustainable plan for the use of the trails for many years to come. Taking over the event from Shane and the Ourea team, you're aware that you are taking on a special race in an epic location. It's a challenge we are relishing and delighted to have Shane on board to deliver an unforgettable first edition in 2027.”
Runners can once again look forward to rugged ridgelines to steep ascents and remote trails, and the event will continue to celebrate the adventure, community, and challenge that made it so respected within the trail running community 🏃🏻♀️
Importantly, all runners who held entries for the cancelled 2026 event will have their race tickets honoured for 2027. Further details on transfers and race options will be shared directly with affected participants in the coming months.
With the addition of Skyline Scotland by UTMB, the UK will now host three UTMB World Series events from 2027 onwards, creating even more opportunities for runners to experience world-class trail racing in the UK.
We look forward to welcoming the trail running community back to the Highlands 🙌
Further details on race formats, event dates, and registrations will be announced soon.
🔗 Keep an eye on Skyline Scotland by UTMB for updates.
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12/03/2026
‼️ Important Statement from Shane Ohly at Ourea Events ✍️
“It is with deep regret that I must announce that Ourea Events has ceased trading and is currently in discussions with professional advisors.
This is a deeply painful moment for everyone involved with the business, including our participants, staff, partners, suppliers, volunteers, and the wider trail running community that has supported our events for the last fifteen years. I am truly sorry that we have reached this point.
We are especially aware of participants who have already paid race entry fees for our events. By opting to cease trading at this stage, our goal is to maximise the likelihood that the events will continue under a different structure or ownership. We sincerely hope this approach will give the best opportunity to protect the events and, where possible, deliver value for participants and creditors.
At this stage, although it was difficult, we decided that the only responsible action was to cease trading and allow the business to undergo a reorganisation. This decision impacts all Ourea Events races scheduled for 2026, including:
🔹Northern Traverse (including the Lakes Traverse, Dales Traverse, and Moors Traverse)
🔸Cape Wrath Ultra
🔹Dragon’s Back Race
🔸Skyline Scotland
These events will not go ahead in 2026 under Ourea Events. We understand that many participants will be deeply disappointed and frustrated. Participants will be contacted in due course. We must ask you not to contact Ourea Events, as no one will be able to respond.
(Continued in comments…) ⬇️
11/02/2026
💰 Who’s got their eyes on the prize? 👀
We are pleased to announce this year’s Skyline Scotland Prize Fund is supported by Salomon 😍
Across all of our races and events, we ensure that where there is any prize money 💰 this is split equally between the Men’s 🏃🏽♂️ and Women’s 🏃🏻♀️ podium 🏆
Skyline Scotland 2026 Prize Fund supported by Salomon - 🥇/ 🥈/ 🥉
🔹Skyline Scotland 100M - £250/£125/£100
🔸Skyline Scotland 100K - £250/£125/£100
🔹Grand Tour of the Ben 50M - £250/£125/£100
🔸Steall Ultra 50K - £250/£125/£100
🔹Ben Nevis Skyline 30K - £250/£125/£100
🔸Aonach Mòr Anarchy 20K - £150/£75/£50
📕 Read more about it 🔗 https://www.skylinescotland.com/news/salomon-supports-prize-fund
Don’t forget Skyline Scotland entries are now open for all distances!😮 So get in there quick! 🙌
🔗 https://www.skylinescotland.com
💰 We operate a variable pricing structure for entries. To secure your entry at the best price it’s recommended you make your entry as soon as possible.
04/02/2026
‼️GENERAL RELEASE REGISTRATIONS ARE OPEN!
🤩 Yes the wait is over! 📥 Registrations for Skyline Scotland 100K and Ben Nevis Skyline are now open! 🏴
➡️ Head to the website 🔗 https://www.skylinescotland.com to secure your entry to race in the stunning Scottish Highlands ⛰️ this September!
🔸Skyline Scotland 100K - 100km | 6000m+
🔹Ben Nevis Skyline - 29km | 1900m+
🤔 Have you checked out our other race distances and registrations that are already open!
🔹Skyline Scotland 100M - 180km | 4600m+
🔸Grand Tour of the Ben 50M - 80km | 2800m+
🔹Steall Ultra 50K - 47km | 3100m+
🔸Aonach Mòr Anarchy - 22km | 900m+
🔹Aonach Mòr Avalanche - 4km | -680m
Who’s in? 🙋🏻♀️ What are you signing up to? Tell us in comments ⬇️
12/01/2026
Skyline Scotland 🏴 Entry Update! 🔥
After the Christmas and New Year break 📥 here is how each race is filling up! ⬇️
🔹Skyline Scotland 100M - 28%
🔸Skyline Scotland 100K* - 47%
🔹Grand Tour of the Ben 50M - 34%
🔸Steall Ultra 50K - 33%
🔹Ben Nevis Skyline 30K* - 51%
🔸Aonach Mòr Anarchy 20K - 23%
🔹Aonach Mòr Avalanche - 10%
‼️*For Skyline Scotland 100K and Ben Nevis Skyline 30K, these are # signed up to the waitlist ahead of entries opening on Wednesday 4 February.
Don’t forget if you’re on the waitlist for these races you will receive a priority email for entry on the Monday 2 February! 🎟️
If you have your sights 👀 set on running in the stunning Scottish Highlands ⛰️ next September, make sure you head to the website to secure your entry.
🔗 https://www.skylinescotland.com
💰 We operate a variable pricing structure for entries. To secure your entry at the best price it’s recommended you make your entry as soon as possible.
08/01/2026
SET YOUR ALARMS! ⏰ Skyline Scotland 100K and Ben Nevis Skyline Update!
We are excited to announce that registrations 📥 for the Skyline Scotland 100K and Ben Nevis Skyline will open on 🗓️ Wednesday 4 February at 10:00 GMT 🕙
‼️Anyone who has PRE-REGISTERED will have priority access and will receive an invitation from SiEntries to your email 📧 on Monday 2 February. You will then have 48 hours to confirm your race registration before general entries open on Wednesday 4 February at 10:00.
If you have not yet pre-registered your interest there is still time!
Head to the website 🔗 https://www.skylinescotland.com
🔸Salomon Skyline 100K - 100km | 6000m+
🔹Ben Nevis Skyline - 29km | 1900m+
15/12/2025
Highland Pains 🏴 - As featured in Runner’s World Magazine 🏃🏻♀️
Read all about it! 📚 Runner and author Chris Carse Wilson took on the Aonach Mòr Anarchy “a brute of a race in the Scottish Highlands ⛰️
💬 “The Aonach Mòr Anarchy was exciting and difficult. It demanded a lot and will repay hard, serious training, as well as practice at steep, technical descending - or a total lack of fear. This race comes highly recommended, as a first step into mountain running, or a standalone challenge that would be hard to find anything to compare to”
The route for 2026 has been made slightly longer but with the same thrill and excitement! 🔥
📥 Entries are now open, head to the website to secure your entry! ⬇️
🔗 https://www.skylinescotland.com
10/12/2025
Skyline Scotland 🏴 Entry Update! 🔥
After the first week of opening registrations 📥 here is how each race is filling up! ⬇️
🔹Skyline Scotland 100M - 16%
🔸Skyline Scotland 100K* - 34%
🔹Grand Tour of the Ben 50M - 27%
🔸Steall Ultra 50K - 22%
🔹Ben Nevis Skyline 30K* - 32%
🔸Aonach Mòr Anarchy 20K - 15%
🔹Aonach Mòr Avalanche - 9%
‼️*For Skyline Scotland 100K and Ben Nevis Skyline 30K, these are # signed up to the waitlist ahead of entries opening early 2026.
Once registrations have been opened for both these races, participants who have signed up to be on the waitlist will be sent an invitation to register 🎟️ which they must complete by a given deadline. We will give you notice of when registrations for these races will open in the new year.
If you have your sights 👀 set on running in the stunning Scottish Highlands ⛰️ next September, make sure you head to the website to secure your entry.
🤩 Want to make a weekend of it? Why not tag your running or training buddy 🏃🏽♂️🏃🏻♀️
🔗 https://www.skylinescotland.com
💰 We operate a variable pricing structure for entries. To secure your entry at the best price it’s recommended you make your entry as soon as possible.
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