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Ardbeg Islay Half Marathon

Islay, Scotland, United Kingdom

calendar_today 01 Aug, 2026

About the Event

Escape to the windswept beauty of a Scottish isle for a run steeped in tradition and rugged charm. The Ardbeg Islay Half Marathon on Saturday, 1st August 2026 invites you to conquer a legendary 13.1-mile circuit starting in the village of Bowmore. This isn't just a race; it's a journey through the soul of Islay, where your effort is measured against a backdrop of dramatic coastlines and the distant hum of distillery peat. Tracing a route to the island's airport and back, this storied event—running since 1986—offers a rare blend of community spirit and isolated, powerful scenery. Lace up for an authentic Hebridean challenge where every mile tells a story, and the finish line rewards you with a profound sense of island achievement. Claim your place in this iconic island running tradition.

Races Offered

Ardbeg Islay Half Marathon

Aug 01, 2026

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Distance — 21.1K

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Type — —

timer

6 days remaining

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for August in Islay.

thermostat Temperature

11.8° / 16.8°

wb_sunny Feels like

8.8° / 13.8°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

9h 57m

water_drop Avg rainfall

5.4 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

18.3 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (4.9)

humidity_mid Humidity

85.3%

wb_twilight Sunrise

05:58

nightlight Sunset

20:57

About Islay

Learn more about the host city, Islay.

Islay is an island in the Inner Hebrides of Scotland, with a population of 3,228 in 2011. It's mostly low-lying grazing land and heath, with Port Ellen and Bowmore the main settlements. Islay is exposed to the Atlantic, with a mild climate and strong breezes, which keep the midges in check, but in winter fierce gales and storms are common, with disruption of transport. You have to travel via Islay to reach the nearby Isle of Jura.