Information about the event
Conditions of participation:
All interested people are entitled to take part in the event by registering in advance via the application form on the Organizer's website,
or on the day of the event at the Competition Office.
Remember
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ENTRY FEE:
- Participation in the competition is subject to a fee and the entry fee for the UK Nordic Walking Championships is appropriately:
● Individual competition at a distance of 5 km and 10 km up to 50 participants: €20
● 51–150 participants: €30
● 151–300 participants: €35
● Registration on the day of the event (if limit not reached): approx. €40
- Juniors under 16 who register by Wednesday, October 7, 2026 - free participation
- Juniors and children registered for the walk after October 7, 2026 - additional fee of €1
CATEGORY:
Nordic Walking for children 300m away:
At a distance of 2.5 km Nordic Walking for children:
- F/M - 10 years to 15 years
Within 5 km Nordic Walking:
- OPEN - WOMEN AND MEN
- F/M - disabled people
- F/M - Age: 16-39/ 40-49/ 50-59/ 60-69/ 70-74/ 75+
Within 10 km of Nordic Walking:
- OPEN - WOMEN AND MEN
- F/M - Age: 16-44/ 45-54/ 55-64/ 65+
Competition rank
UK CHAMPIONSHIPS - point conversion rate
2500 (these are the points scored by the best competitor)
The points you earn are counted in cycles:
- Scottish League
- UK Nordic Walking League
- World Nordic Walking League
Regulations of the World Nordic Walking League →
Frequently asked questions and their answers→
FAQ
The exact address of the competition town: Edinburgh Outdoor Fitness: Inverleith Park / Botanik Garden
Organizers:
Original Nordic Walking Federation,
Event program
SUNDAY, 11 OCTOBER 2026 - START 10:00
starting numbers and packages will be issued from 9.00 a.m. to 30 minutes before the race or Nordic Walking march.
UK CHAMPIONSHIPS NORDIC WALKING
10:30 - Start of the Men and Women NW Competition, distance 10 km
12:30 - Start of the Boys and Girls Walks at the distance of 2 km
13.15 - Start of the Cross Country Run at distance of 5 km.
14.00 - Start of the Men and Women NW Competition, distance 5 km
