Trail Running calendar near Mourne Mountains 2026-2027

The Glendalough Tucker Trail will take place in Brockagh on Saturday 20 June 2026. You can run 80 kilometers.

Join the IMRA on 26 June 2026 for a lively 5.7 km mountain run around Drinnahilly in County Down featuring 260 m of climb across easy terrain. Basic mandatory kit is required and final kit list is confirmed at registration.

The Cringle Hill Fell Race will take place in Isle of Man on Saturday 27 June 2026.

Experience the rugged beauty of County Down at Spelga Skyline on 4 July 2026, a challenging mountain run with 21.5 km and 10.5 km options. Navigation skills and mandatory kit are required for this adventurous, scenic race.

Enjoy a scenic but testing mountain run at Djouce Woods, County Wicklow in the IMRA league. Choose a 12 km climb or a shorter junior loop on fully marked trails, then relax with prizes and a raffle at Berto's Pizzeria.

Join Carnavaddy in Ravensdale Forest on 22 July 2026 for 10 km and 5 km trail routes that climb to summits, cross open mountain and finish through forest with rewarding views. Fully marked and part of the Leinster League, it is a scenic, ch..

Take on the Mullaghcarn Giant on Saturday 25 July 2026, a scenic but testing 12 km mountain race with a summit at Mullaghcarn and around 500 m of ascent. Expect rugged, boggy terrain so trail shoes and mandatory safety kit are required.

Run through the stunning Hillsborough Castle and Gardens on Sunday 26 July 2026 with scenic multi terrain routes past the lake, fort and forest. Choose a 10K, half marathon or charity entry with medals, pacers and a vibrant finish.

Enjoy scenic trails in Glen of the Downs on 29 July 2026 with a main 8.15 km route and a shorter 4.88 km option. Fully marked and part of the Trail League Leinster, this friendly race offers great views and post race food.

Enjoy classic Belmont mountain running in County Wicklow on 5 August with scenic but technical 8.5 km and 5 km courses plus a free 1 km Belmont Challenge fun run. Expect rocky summit sections, marked routes, mandatory Level B kit and café p..

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

Race Across Scotland is a 215 mile ultramarathon along the wild Southern Upland Way with major climbs and remote terrain. Limited entry and a strict 100 hour cut off make it a self reliant challenge for experienced ultra runners.

The Seven Sevens Race will take place in Newcastle on Saturday 8 August 2026. You can run 31 kilometers.

The Mountain Rescue Benefit Race will take place in Brockagh on Wednesday 12 August 2026. You can run between 5 and 8 kilometers.

Scrabo is a punchy mountain run in County Down on Thursday 20 August 2026, featuring 6.3 km of rugged trail with 360 m of ascent. Expect marked junctions, mandatory safety kit and a rewarding summit atmosphere.

Join Cuilcagh in County Cavan on 12 September 2026, an 11.9 km route with 870 m of climb that rewards grit with stunning views. Part of the Ulster Championship and North West League, GPS devices are not allowed.

The Spirit of Axnfell will take place in Isle of Man on Sunday 13 September 2026. You can run 32 kilometers.

EcoTrail Wicklow returns on 26 September 2026 for a nature rich trail running day through the Wicklow Mountains. Distances from 10K to 80K offer rugged singletrack, big views and a true outdoor challenge for all levels.

The North Barrule will take place in Ramsey on Saturday 26 September 2026. You can run 3 miles.

The Buzzard's Roost on Saturday 3 October 2026 in County Down is a fierce mountain run of 11.90 km with 870 m of climb, ideal for strong fell runners. Part of Ulster Championship, it has strict safety kit rules and limited course markings.