Trail Running calendar near Mallusk 2026-2027

The St Johns Fell Race will take place in Saint John's on Thursday 1 January 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

The Ardwhallan will take place in West Baldwin Reservoir on Saturday 10 January 2026. You can run 12 kilometers.

Kick off the new year with Run Forest Run at Loughgall Country Park on 10 January 2026 with 5K, 10K and junior options. Enjoy scenic forest and lakeside trails, chip timing and a finishers medal.

Join Mallusk Harriers for the Mathieson Cup and Shield cross country at Mallusk Playing Fields near Belfast on 11 January 2026. Challenging off road courses on grass and mud welcome runners of all ages with races up to 8 km.

Join Annadale Striders for the Malcolm Cup XC at Ormeau Park, Belfast on 1 February 2026, a lively cross country meeting with races for youth and seniors up to four miles. Enjoy competitive racing, team and individual prizes, and enter via..

Join Run Forest Run at Antrim Castle Gardens on 7 February 2026 for scenic 5K and 10K routes that pass the ruins of Shanes Castle and offer views of Lough Neagh through gardens and woodland. Friendly vibe and medals for finishers.

The The Big Victory will take place in Snaefell on Sunday 8 February 2026. You can run 23 kilometers.

The Carraghan will take place in Braddan on Saturday 28 February 2026.

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..

Run through the stunning grounds of Culzean Castle and Country Park with 5 km, 10 km or half marathon options. Enjoy coastal views, woodland trails and a canicross friendly vibe, plus medals, merch and finish line snacks.

The Mount Karrin will take place in Sulby on Sunday 15 March 2026. You can run 14 kilometers.

The Manx Mountain Marathon will take place in Ramsey on Saturday 4 April 2026. You can run 50 kilometers.

Run a stunning 20 mile coastal trail along the Giant's Causeway, passing dramatic cliffs, sandy beaches and ancient ruins beside a UNESCO heritage site. Expect rugged trails, big views and a memorable challenge.

Bruce's Crown Race on 11 to 12 April 2026 in Glentrool challenges teams of 2 to 4 with a rugged 46 mile route across three Galloway hill ranges. Remote navigation, manned checkpoints and a 24 hour time limit make this a true team endurance..

Heart of Granite is a challenging 20 mile mountain race in Glen Trool taking in the Merrick summit and wild Galloway ridges. Pre entry only and aimed at experienced fell runners with navigation skills; profits go to Galloway Mountain Rescue..

The Slieuwhallian will take place in Saint John's on Saturday 9 May 2026. You can run 3 miles.

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

Tackle a scenic 56 mile trail on the Southern Upland Way at Ultra Scotland 50, a way marked ultra through forests, valleys and hills of southern Scotland. Limited to 400 runners, the race offers supportive checkpoints and live online tracki..

Ultra Scotland 100 is a 104 mile trail ultramarathon along the Southern Upland Way, with 4,611 m of climbing and unforgettable Highland scenery. Limited to 250 runners with a 38 hour cutoff, it is a true test of endurance and grit.

Armagh AC’s Flagstaff to Carlingford Mountain Race follows the Cooley ridge to Slieve Foye, with rugged climbs, sweeping views and a scenic finish in historic Carlingford. About 16.5 km and big ascent, this NIMRA 7 event requires navigation..