Trail Running Calendar Northern Ireland 2026-2027

The finale of the Run Forest Run Series takes you around Castlewellan Forest Park, starting and finishing by the lakeside castle with stunning Mourne Mountain views on an off road course. Expect a medal, chip timing and scenic trails, so br..

The Glenariffe Mountain Race 'Spud Run' is a 6-mile fell running event part of the NIMRA Championship. It features significant climbing and requires full safety kit. Hosted in March 2026, it starts and finishes at the Glenariffe Community C..

A 20 mile coastal trail run from Portrush along the Causeway Coast Way, passing the Giant's Causeway and varied terrain of grass, trail, beach and coastpath. The course is fully marked, electronically timed and scores for the season leaderb..

The Pat Dunbar Memorial is a 13 km mountain race in County Down, featuring 700 meters of climb. It is a NIMRA league event requiring standard mountain running safety gear. The finish and prizegiving are at Carrick Little in the Mournes.

Hill & Dale in Castlewellan, County Down on 16 April 2026 covers 8.50 km with 330 m of ascent. The race is organised by Newcastle AC for the Hill & Dales League; GPS is not permitted and Level B mandatory kit is required.

The Binevenagh mountain run in County Derry features an 11.9 km course with 870 m of climb. It is part of the IMRA Ulster Championships and requires specific mandatory safety gear. The event emphasizes volunteer participation and proper ass..

This mountain run in County Down covers 6.6 km with 350 meters of climb on easy terrain. Mandatory kit includes waterproof gear and safety items, with final requirements set on race day. Volunteers are essential, with roles available for bo..

A classic mountain race in the Annalong Horseshoe with long and short course options. Runners must bring mandatory safety kit, with final requirements set on race day. The event is part of the NIMRA league and championship series.

Slieve Martin is a 7 km mountain run in County Down with 550 m of climb, part of the Hill & Dales League. Mandatory safety kit is required, and the route is marked only at major junctions. The event is scheduled for late April 2026.

Binnian Uphill is a 3.7 km hill run in County Down with 570 meters of ascent. The event features easy terrain and requires runners to carry specific mandatory safety gear. It is part of the Hill & Dales league organized by Newcastle AC.

Luke's Mountain is a 7.3 km hill race with 450 m of climb in County Down. It is part of the Hill and Dales League and requires runners to carry specific mandatory safety equipment. The event is organized by Newcastle AC.

The Norn Iron Ultra will take place in Ballintoy on Saturday 30 May 2026.

Tackle the 10 km Slieve Donard mountain race with 850m of ascent in County Down. Navigation skills are essential on the unmarked forest sections. Strict mandatory kit checks and a mid-race cut-off time apply.

The Cairncastle Classic is a 16.2 km mountain race in County Antrim with 620 meters of climb. It forms part of the NIMRA Championship series. Participants must bring mandatory kit, with final carry requirements set on race day.

This Hill & Dales League race in County Down covers 6.9 km with 560 m of climb on easy terrain. Mandatory kit includes waterproofs and a phone, with only major junctions marked. The event is organised by Newcastle AC.

Take on a classic 7 km mountain run in County Down with 560 meters of ascent. This event features easy terrain and is part of the Hill & Dales league. Mandatory safety kit must be brought by all participants.

The Drinnahilly is a 5.7 km hill run in County Down, with 260 meters of climb. This easy terrain event is part of the Hill & Dales League and has mandatory kit requirements.

A mountain running championship in County Down, with long and short course options over the Spelga Skyline. Advanced mandatory kit is required, with the final items decided on race day.

Summit Mullaghcarn, the southern peak of the Sperrins, on this 12km mountain run with 500m of ascent. Tackle boggy descents where trail shoes are advised on a fully marked course. The event is part of the IMRA Ulster Championships and NIMRA..

A 10K and half marathon at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens on 26 July 2026, routed on multi terrain paths free from traffic past Hillsborough Lake and local historic sites. Entries include a themed medal, chip timed results and free photos.