Trail Running calendar near Mourne Mountains 2025-2026

Take on the rugged Powerscourt Ridge in County Wicklow with scenic but demanding ridge trails up Maulin and Djouce in 15.3 km or 7.6 km options. Entry is limited and the route is unmarked so bring navigation and mandatory kit.

Join the 89th McConnell Shield cross country at Sixmilewater Park, Ballyclare on 1 November 2025 for lively junior and senior races, chip timing and great club atmosphere. Enjoy a scenic, competitive day hosted by East Antrim Harriers.

Join the Pier Gates Remembrance Race in County Wicklow on 27 December, a friendly memorial hill run with adult and junior routes. Fancy dress is encouraged for a short social trail challenge remembering IMRA members.

Join the Castlewellan Christmas Cracker on 27 December 2025 for an 8.5 miles race for teams of two through roads, fields and forest tracks around Castlewellan. Finish together for medals and prizes including fancy dress and note entries are..

Run the Giant's Causeway 20 mile Coastal Trail in Portrush, a scenic UTMB qualifier that winds past cliffs, sandy beaches and basalt columns at the UNESCO Giant's Causeway. Expect challenging terrain, sea views and instant timing.

We Run Wild NI stages adventurous trail, ultra and marathon events across Northern Ireland, from single day races to multiday challenges. Browse dates, results and photos and join a welcoming community of wild runners.

Enjoy scenic runs from Hillsborough Castle through wooded trails and historic sights with 10K and half marathon options. Expect themed medals, pacers and a lively event village, all raising funds for Northern Ireland Hospice.

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

Race Across Scotland is a legendary multi day 215 mile ultramarathon along the Southern Upland Way from Portpatrick to Cockburnspath, with over 7200 m of ascent. Entries are by application, places are limited and a waitlist is open.

Push your navigation and endurance in the Mourne Mountains at the Mourne Mountain Marathon on 19 and 20 September 2026. Teams of two tackle mountain courses, camp overnight and can choose multi day classes or a six hour score event.

The Ecotrail Wicklow will take place in Bray on Saturday 26 September 2026. You can run between 10 and 80 kilometers.