Wild Running
Scotland Trail Running and Mountain Camp: Wester Ross
Next Date: 24/06/2027
Torridon, Achnasheen, IV22 2EZ
Join us for a trail Running adventure to remember in Wester Ross, which you will never forget. With 70k of technical, mountainous terrain (and at least 7000 ft of ascent. The runs will be guided by expert trail runners and qualified mountain leaders over three days incorporating some of Scotland’s most beautiful terrain and several munros. This will be our sixth time in this part of Scotland and we love it!
You’ll be staying in the excellent Torridon Hostel, close to Loch Torridon, (one of our favourites in the UK) or at Kinlochwe Hotel, from Thursday to Monday morning. There’s also a chance to taste some of Scotland’s finest whiskys and to swim in rivers, which will take your breath away.
If you’re a non running partner, you are also welcome along, as there is lots besides to do including walks, salmon fishing, kayaking on Loch Torridon, whisky tasting or mountain biking. It is possible to catch glimpses of the northern lights here, if you are lucky.
We will stay at the excellent Torridon hostel- one of the best in the UK we think, or the Kinlcochewe hotel. It’s only 9 miles from Diabaig.
https://www.hostellingscotland.org.uk/hostels/torridon/
What’s included
- 3 days of guided runs plus an optional leg loosener run on Thursday pm, depending on your arrival time
- PT consultation
- Navigation workshop
- Hill and moubtain running technique and preparation for a mountain run/race
- Optional indoor bouldering
- Optional sauna
- Optional yoga
- Snacks
What’s not included
- Pick ups and drops offs
- Flights or train/bus to Inverness
- Breakfast, lunch and evening meals, except for one communal evening meal (you can buy provisions in Inverness or at the hostel or bring them with you).
- Flights/train/travel to Inverness (optional extra- £50, we can collect you and drop you off from Inveness Airport)
You will arrive on Thursday and we can pick you up from Inverness upon request. The train journey from Inverness to Achnasheen is also pretty special, should you choose to take it!
Thursday
Arrive from 2pm. Bed in.
Optional evening run of about 10k **depending on arrival times
**Dinner time depends on our arrival times so you are best off coming with your own provisions for dinner or you can eat out at the nearby Torridon Inn.
Friday
Breakfast 8.00am to 9.00am
Chat about route preparation and navigation
Run from front door
11am: Benn Liath run 20k
Afternoon swim in river or Lochor trip to Torridon and free time
7pm: Dinner at the hotel/hostel
Saturday
7.30 to 8.30am: Breakfast
9am: Yoga in Diabaig with your instructor Wild Mountain Bell.
11am: Run 22k yoga in Diab Run Benn Damph estate circular run
Lunch in Attedale then visit the Torridon Inn.
Navigation and route planning for next day with group.
7pm Dinner at the hostel/hotel
Sunday
7.30am to 8.15am breakfast
8:15 – 45 min Drive to the start
9am Start of 30k run from southern edge of the Coulin Estate to the Torridon Inn via the Coulin Estate and Bhen Mhor. The run will include some technical advice from our guides.
7pm Dinner in Sheildag
Monday
7.30 to 8.30am: Breakfast
Swim/pack/walk
10am Return to Inverness via minibus/van
KIT
-OS Explorer Map 433
-Head torch
-Towel
-Spare casual clothes
-Trail or fell shoes
-Waterproof/windproof bottoms and top
-Whistle
-Camelbag or water container for runs
-Bumbag or small backpack for running/daytrips
-Pound coins/cash (enough for steam train or to place a bet on the hounds!)
-Compass
Optional
-Something to read
-Midge repellant (we recommend Smidge which you can buy at Torridon Hostel)
**All of our camps cater for neurodivergent runners: meaning small groups, serene locations, bespoke diets, pick ups and drop offs at nearby train stations, considerate guides and flexible timetable.
Location
Directions
Inverness is easily accessible by train, plane or bus from most major cities.
EasyJet flights go for around £60 to £90 from Bristol, Gatwick and Manchester. You can offset these flights here https://clear.eco/carbon-offset-my-flight/
We can arrange pick ups from Inverness but there is a good and very scenic rural connection you can take to Achnasheen.
Wester Ross- the location
This has to be on the visiting radar for anyone who loves Scotland’s wilderness. It’s in a still remote corner of the North West Highlands and sitting on the famous North Coast 500. Torridon boasts some of the finest scenery in Europe and is a haven for hillwalkers, mountain bikers and yes runners.
The NC 500 can be driven as well or cycled, in case you want to extend your visit. Or venture off the well-beaten track to Scotland’s unique North West Coast. The road from Torridon to Diabaig, is definitely one not to be missed. The single track road is only a few miles long but it’s almost traffic free and offers some of the most stunning views in Scotland.
Don’t you worry, we’ll be visiting the Beinn Eighe National Nature Reserve and National Trust for Scotland Estate, to catch glimpses of wildlife and sampling freshly caught local seafood, while sitting back and soaking in the stunning scenery.
With so much to discover in the area our team will be happy to share their local knowledge, making sure you get the most out of your trip to this relaxing corner of Scotland’s North West Highlands.