EDINBURGH TO GLAMIS 2026
VOLUNTEER GUIDE
WELCOME TO CASTLE TO CASTLE: EDINBURGH TO GLAMIS 2026!
The countdown is on and it is now only one month until RR100 Castle to Castle: Edinburgh to Glamis 100-mile ultra-marathon! We are beyond excited to have you onboard the volunteer team for this event and it is never lost on us here at RRHQ just how much events like this need hi-vis heroes like you to make our adventures a success so first of all, a huge thank-you!
This is a general guide to volunteering with us at Edinburgh to Glamis and aims to give you all the key information to ensure you are prepared and have a great time!
For specific details relating to your individual shift times, dates, location, point of contact and volunteer incentive package, please refer to the email you have been sent as this is tailored specifically to you.
Information time...
IMPORTANT
If for whatever reason, you are unable to attend the shift you have signed up for, it is vital you get in touch with us to let us know as soon as possible to give us the best chances of re-filling your position and limiting gaps in crew.
ACTIONS REQUIRED:
Must be completed by 19th July.
Must be completed by 24th July.
KEY INFO
Please refer to your 1 month to go email for details of your specific shift date, time, meeting location and point of contact, however, below provides a general overview for what to expect during the event and key info to ensure you are fully prepared for a weekend in hi-vis!
KEY LOCATIONS
TRACKER COLLECTION: APEX GRASSMARKET HOTEL EH1 2HS
START LINE: PRINCES STREET GARDENS, EH2 2HG
FINISH LINE: GLAMIS CASTLE, DD8 1QJ
EEI
The participant Essential Event Information Guide can be found HERE. We would highly recommend taking a few minutes to read through this document so you are familiar with the event, timings and in general all things Edinburgh to Glamis!
PARKING
Tracker Collection - If you are driving we recommend using a local public car park.
Pit Stops - You are able to park at all of the pitstops, please display the Crew Vehicle Pass HERE in your vehicle windscreen when parking at the pitstops. Some do have limited parking so you might have to park a little further away and walk. if there is no space.
Finish Line - Parking is available at Glamis Castle
SIGNING IN
Before beginning your volunteer shift, you will need to report to your shift point of contact where you will sign in and be issued with a hi-vis. Please ensure this is worn at all times so all of our RR100 #ratracers know you are here to help! Your specific point of contact can be found in your 1 month to go email.
If you are not volunteering on Friday, we would still love to see you and check in ahead of the weekend. If you are able to, please do pop in to Tracker Collection on the Friday and say hi, if you make yourself known to Charlotte (our volunteer co-ordinator) she will be more than happy to see you and answer any questions you may have too! This is by no means mandatory as we appreciate many of you will have other commitments or not be local to Tracker Collection but it would be great to see you if possible! There will be a volunteer WhatsApp group created and link to join emailed out a week before the event where you will be able to get in touch with Charlotte direct too.
PITSTOP INFO
If you are stationed at one of our legendary pitstops, it would be great to familiarise yourself with the following timing information for your specific pitstop as you are likely to get asked these questions by #ratracers throughout your shift.
PIT STOP 1 / DALMENY VILLAGE HALL
Pitstop classification: Simple
Postcode: EH30 9TT
PIT STOP 2 / ST FILLANS CHURCH HALL
Pitstop classification: Enhanced
Postcode:KY3 0SW
PIT STOP 3 / COALTOWN OF WEYMSS VILLAGE HALL
Pitstop classification: Enhanced
Postcode: KY1 4NR
PIT STOP 4 /MONTRAVE HALL
Pitstop classification: Simple
Postcode: KY8 6AJ
PIT STOP 5 / COLINSBURGH TOWN HALL
Pitstop classification: Enhanced
Postcode: KY9 1LN
PIT STOP 6 / KINGS BARN HALL
Pitstop classification: Enhanced
Postcode: KY16 8SZ
PIT STOP 7 / ST ANDREWS SCOUTN HUT
Pitstop classification: Enhanced
Postcode: KY16 9BE
PIT STOP 8 / TAYPORT LARICK CENTRE
Pitstop classification: Enhanced
Postcode: DD6 9EA
PIT STOP 9 / MAUCHTERHOUSE VILLAGE HALL
Pitstop classification: Simple
Postcode: DD3 0QS
TOILETS
Please see below on where to expect toilets along the course:
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There will be toilets available at Tracker Collection, all pitstops and the finish line so no matter where you are volunteering along the course, there shouldn't be any need for wild wees!
FOOD & SNACKS
For those volunteering at Tracker Collection and the finish line, there will be tea & coffee supplied as well as some biscuits etc but do bring your own snacks too if you wish. Lunch is not provided but both locations are in city centres where there is an abundance of local options for you to grab some food on your break or of course you can bring this with you!
For those based at the Pitstops, you will be able utilise the pitstop facilities (these differ upon location) and keep those energy levels topped up with a few of the pitstop snacks although please do not rely solely on the pitstop provisions and do bring your own snacks too!
Do remember to stay hydrated, it is easy to neglect yourself whilst being busy helping others! There is water available at every location so please do keep on top of your own hydration.
CLOTHING
Although Reg and many of the pitstops are indoors, you should still regard this as an outdoor role so pleased come prepared for all weathers. Whilst the volunteer roles differ all have the potential for you to be outside in the elements at some point if not for the full shift so the best way to not get caught out is to come prepped! This means plenty of warm and waterproof layers but we have had glorious sunshine in previous years so do keep an eye on the weather and plan accordingly. Don't forget suncream!
PERSONAL BELONGINGS
We do not recommend you bring valuables at all, but if you must, always keep them on your person as Rat Race cannot take any responsibility for any items left, lost, damaged or stolen on site.
MEDICAL
Please ensure you are carrying any personal medication/equipment that you may need throughout the day.
£50 TRAVEL ALLOWANCE
We understand the cost of travel can sometimes be an obstacle to volunteering so we offer an additional £50 travel contribution (paid after the event with your £5 refund) per person, per event. We aim to get this paid to you within 10 working days from the last day of the event. In order for us to process these refunds, we require you to provide your payment details HERE before you attend the event.
We have a great, friendly Facebook group where you can meet other volunteers and arrange car sharing to minimise your personal expense. You can join the Facebook group HERE.
There will be a WhatsApp group created and link to join emailed out a week before the event. This is a great way to meet your fellow volunteers and ask Charlotte (our volunteer co-ordinator) any questions you have before, during and after the event.
ANY QUESTIONS?
IMPORTANT
If for whatever reason, you are unable to attend the shift you have signed up for, it is vital you get in touch with us to let us know as soon as possible to give us the best chances of re-filling your position and limiting gaps in crew. We completely understand that plans change and life sometimes gets in the way but we cannot stress the importance enough of please getting in touch with us as soon as possible if you find out you are unable to make your shift. Sadly, any on the day no shows risk being unable to volunteer for us in the future.
That's all for now folks! We can't wait to see you next month! If you have any queries/questions between now and the event, please do get in touch via staffing@ratrace.com
See you soon!
The Volunteer Team