With just a few days to go to the 6th Mull of Kintyre Half Marathon and 10k races we thought we would send you a quick update of events over the weekend and take the opportunity to wish you all the very best of luck this weekend!  Below you will find a brief update - enjoy and good luck!

On Saturday 28 May we are hosting the first “Friendship Run” along the sandy beach from Westport to Machrihanish. The distance is about 3 miles and is intended to be a fun run/ warm up and a chance for runners to stretch their legs, meet others who will be taking part in the MOKRUN races and generally catch the race vibe !

A free bus will take participants to Westport Beach and collect them from Machrihanish after the run.

The bus will leave from the Aqualibrium in Campbeltown at 1030 am and the run will start from Westport Beach car park at around 11 am. The run should take less than an hour in total. Refreshments will be served at Machrihanish after the run. The bus will return to Campbeltown, with an estimated return time of 1pm.

The Friendship Run is open to everyone, young and old, and whether or not entered in the main MOKRUN races.

Spaces are limited on the bus – so to reserve a space email us on events@mokrun.com

MOKRUN are pleased to announce that world adventurer Rosie Swale-Pope will be giving a free talk.

Only a few spaces remaining!

Please note for 2011 the MOKRUN after race Ceilidh has a new format with the doors opening at 7.30pm this year and this event will be a real Scottish Ceilidh!  Doors close at 9.30pm sharp so please arrive early if you wish a seat.  Please note any person under 18 MUST be accompanied by an adult. 

Local DJ Jamie G will start the night at 7.30pm with some tunes before the Ceann Loch Ceilidh Band get you on the floor.  The evening will also include a performance from the Sound of Kintyre Pipe Band.

Please remember there will be no admittance after 9.30pm so please do come early.

Participants in MOKRUN can have free use of the swimming facilities of the Aqualibrium over race weekend.  In addition, the Aqualibrium will be open from 8am on race day to use toilets and changing facilities.  Showers will also be available immediately after the race.  Runners must show their race number at reception

For 2011!  Mull of Kintyre Seatours will be operating all over the Run Weekend and are offering a 25% discount to any competitors who comes out on the boat - visits to Sanda Island to see the puffins and other wildlife will be the main event on offer.
 
For more information please visit our website here

A historic tour of Campbeltown will take place this Saturday (28th May).

The tour is completely free and will be taken by a local guide who will provide you with a brief history of the town centre, its rich heritage, its people and its stories.

The tour will leave Campbeltown Tourist Information Centre at 2.30pm and is open to everyone.

SUNDAY 29TH MAY – MOKRUN 10K AND 1/2 MARATHON 2011

08:15   Check-in opens for all competitors including kid’s fun run at the REGISTRATION MARQUEE at the finish area, next to the War Memorial on the Esplanade.  You must sign in and collect your chip timing to take part in the race.

 Changing facilities and toilets are available in the Aqualibrium, Kinloch Road, Campbeltown PA28 6EG (100m from start/finish area), but please arrive ready to run if possible.  Please arrive in plenty of time.  There will also be portaloo toilets behind the registration marquee.

09:30  Information meeting for ALL marshals in the Victoria Hall.  Please bring a mobile phone.

09:45  Latest time for adult competitors to check-in.

10:10   Mass warm up on the green with Fiona Irwin, Jog Scotland Leader

10:20  Compulsory Race Briefing for all entrants on the green at Finish Area

10:25  All entrants move round to START AREA led by Kintyre Schools Beginners Pipe Band

10:30 Rosie Swale-Pope starts both races

10:30 Stalls, food & drink vendors for spectators at Finish Area including the Funky Chicken

11:03 10k winner expected at the FINISH on the ESPLANADE

11:05 Refreshment marquee for finishers & marshals opens (next to Finish Area).

Complimentary tea/coffee, sandwiches and danish pastries available for all entrants and

marshals.  In addition, there will be many stalls, entertainment and FREE sports massages.

11:30  Latest time for Junior Fun Run entrants collect race numbers from Registration Marquee

11:40  Half Marathon winner expected

12:00   11 – 14 year olds’ Junior Fun Run (2k) 

12:20  6 – 10 year olds’ Junior Fun Run (1k)

13:00  Prizegiving Ceremony at finish area (all entrants eligible for fantastic spot prizes from Wee Toon Sports!)

SUNDAY 29TH MAY – Junior Fun Run

Please note there are still places available for the Junior Fun Run - click on the icon to the right to download a form now!

Still looking for accommodation then please contact www.kintyreaccommodation.com who may be able to help you find accommodation this weekend.  Click here to contact. 

Finally - Good Luck to everyone and Enjoy!!