AJ Bell Junior & Mini Great Scottish Run
Event Guide
The AJ Bell Great Scottish Run Event Guide has all of the information runners need, including start & finish information, travel information and timings. We recommend you read through it ahead of event day to ensure you’re prepared. You can also find key event information below.
SUPER SATURDAY!
Good luck to all Toddler Dash, Mini and Junior participants this weekend. In celebration of Glasgow being the European Capital of Sport for 2023, this year’s theme is SUPER SATURDAY! We want to see you all in HERO fancy dress on the day – pick your favourite superhero, sports hero or everyday hero to dress up as and get down to the start line to wear your costume with pride.
Our mascot Tyney the Tortoise will also be heading up to Glasgow, giving out high fives, selfies, and keeping runners motivated. We can’t wait to see you there!
Don’t forget to come back after the event to check our your event day photos, and results (Juniors only).
Toddler Dash (Up to 3 yrs) and Mini entrants (3-8 yrs) must run with a parent, each child should be entered into the event. Junior entrants do not need to be accompanied by an adult although this can be requested upon entry if required, each child should be entered into the event.
If you have any event queries, see our FAQ section here.
Run Number
Run numbers (with timing chip) start to arrive approximately 4 weeks before the event. Once you have your run number you’re all set for race day, simply attach with safety pins and head for the start line. If your run number doesn’t arrive before race day, don’t worry, you can visit the information point to collect a replacement. For more information, please see the event guide.
Information Point Location: George Square what3words://pint.shift.probe
Opening times: Saturday 30 Sept: from 9am
Event Timetable
Travel Information
When travelling to the event, we suggest making use of the public transport options available on the day. Please read the event guide (above) for full travel information. Leave plenty of time to get to the start line as there will be a number of road closure in place for the weekend. You can see a full list here.
TRAVEL UPDATES
If you plan to travel by train: Bus replacement services will be in place due on Saturday 30 September and Sunday 1 October. This will only effect services from the North West of Glasgow between Edinburgh and Helensburgh. Buses will replace trains between Dumbarton Central and Helensburgh calling at Dalreoch, Cardross and Craigendoran. You can find more information here.
ASLEF union Members at a number of train operating companies across the UK, plan to take strike action on Saturday, 30 September. This will only effect journeys to Scotland from the rest of the UK (ScotRail services will be unaffected on these dates).
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What You Get
On top of lots of high fives and cheering supporters and an incredible sense of achievement, all runners will get:
- A shiny medal to show to all of your friends and a t-shirt to run in
- Spot prizes for best fancy dress
- Edible treats when you cross the finish line
- A safe, secure and fun filled route
- Bragging rights of being part of the biggest and best kids running events.
