Trail Running calendar near Limavady 2026-2027

Experience a traditional Scottish hill race on the Isle of Arran. This challenging 20 km loop traverses four summits of Glen Rosa with over 1600 meters of ascent over heather and granite terrain.

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 Flagstaff to Carlingford is a 16.7 km mountain race in County Louth with 1050 m of ascent. This challenging, unmarked route requires advanced navigation skills and mandatory safety kit. A free coach transfer is provided for the first 70..

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.

Run the slopes of Benbulben in County Sligo on a 9 km course with 400 m of climb. A mandatory kit list applies and registration is in Grange village, with a shuttle bus to the start. A 4.5 km short course is also available.

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.

Experience a scenic transition from the Newcastle promenade to the foothills of the Mournes in this annual event. Choose between 5km or 10km distances and enjoy a post race BBQ on the coast.

Tackle the trails of Ravensdale Forest with the Carnavaddy mountain run. Choose between a challenging 10 km long course with 450m of climb or a 5 km short course. Mandatory safety kit is required, and the event finishes with prizegiving at..

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..

Run through the historic grounds of Hillsborough Castle and Gardens on a traffic-free, multi-terrain course. Choose from 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon distances. The event supports Action Mental Health.

The GBultras | Ultra Great Britain will take place in Stranraer on Saturday 8 August 2026.

Race Across Scotland is a 215-mile ultramarathon traversing Scotland's entire Southern Upland Way from coast to coast. With 12 checkpoints and a 100-hour cutoff, it demands self-sufficiency and navigational skill. The event has strict manda..

The Seven Sevens is a challenging 31 km mountain run in County Down with 2800 meters of climb. Runners must carry mandatory safety gear, with final kit requirements set on race day. The course is marked at major junctions only.

Experience the Wild Atlantic Way during this unique four day event featuring half or full marathons. Run or walk through the rugged coastal beauty of Inishowen with a different scenic route every day.

The Scrabo run is a 6.3 km hill race in County Down, part of the NIMRA Championships. Runners must carry mandatory safety kit, with final requirements set on race day. It's scheduled for a Thursday evening in August 2026.

Experience a scenic 10k trail race on the Isle of Arran through Glen Cloy. This route features forestry roads and rough footpaths with 600 feet of ascent starting from Brodick.

A challenging 25k mountain run through the Mourne Mountains, starting and finishing at Tollymore Forest Park. This extreme event requires advanced mandatory kit, with only major junctions marked on the course.

Run the sands and dunes of Tullan Strand Beach in Bundoran this September. Choose between a scenic 5K beach race or a more demanding 10K beach and dune challenge. Your entry pack is posted to you.

Ireland's only two-day mountain marathon challenges teams of two on endurance and navigation in the Mourne Mountains. Four main categories cover 35 to 55 km over two days, with a separate one-day score class available. The event requires se..

Experience mountain running at its purest in the wild Derryveagh Mountains of Donegal. This premier event features technical ridges and steep climbs across three distances including two UTMB Index races.