Trail Running calendar near Newcastle 2026-2027

A nighttime outdoor event on January 16, 2026, retracing a 1592 escape from Dublin Castle. It features a long Challenge to Glenmalure and a 25 km Pursuit to Kippure, each limited to 200 places and supported by mountain rescue.

Take on the Sugarloaf Winter Fell Race from Kilmacanogue GAA in County Wicklow, an 8.60 km route with 417 m of climb and great views over Bray. A 4.00 km junior course is available and winter fell rules and kit apply.

Take on the Howth Winter Race in County Dublin, a scenic, fully marked trail with a challenging 7.35 km main and 4.85 km short option. Part of the Winter League Leinster, expect climbs, marshals and a lively prizegiving.

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..

Run Forest Run at Antrim Castle Gardens offers scenic 5K and 10K routes through the gardens past Shanes Castle with views over Lough Neagh. Enjoy a medal, chip timing and a friendly forest race vibe for adults and juniors.

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

Ras Na hEireann 2026 is a long standing cross country meeting in Lawlesstown, Dunleer on 8 February, featuring multiple juvenile and senior races, club team competition, and awards for top individuals and teams.

Donadea 50k is the 16th Irish National Championship ultramarathon at Donadea Forest Park, County Kildare on 14 February 2026. Hosted by Donadea Running Club, entries included standard and club member rates and late entry arrangements.

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

Join the final Run Forest Run Winter Series at Castlewellan Forest Park on Saturday 28 February 2026 for scenic off road 5K and 10K races around the lakeside castle. Enjoy chip timing, a finisher medal and stunning Mourne Mountain views.

A new 10K trail run on the Cooley Peninsula at McCrystals Track in Jenkinstown, featuring forest trails, steady climbs, runnable sections and 240 m of elevation. Finishers receive a unique medal and on site parking is available.

Join the Ulster Championship at Slieve Gullion, County Armagh on 7 March 2026 for a testing 6.3 km mountain run with 320 m climb, organised by NIMRA. Expect rugged terrain and mandatory Level B safety kit.

Join the Glenariff Mountain Race Spud Run in County Antrim on Saturday 14 March 2026, a 9.3 km route with roughly 400 m climb. Mountain conditions mean mandatory Level B kit so come prepared for rugged trails and stunning views.

The Mount Karrin will take place in Sulby on Sunday 15 March 2026. You can run 9 miles.

Run Maulin under the stars in a 7.4 km night mountain race in Wicklow with 407 m of climb and scenic descents. The route is fully marked; a torch and standard safety kit are required, with prizegiving at the finish.

Take on the Pat Dunbar Memorial, a 13 km NIMRA challenge through the scenic Mournes in County Down. Expect moderate terrain and limited course markings for a true mountain running adventure with prizegiving at Carrick Little.

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

Run 20 miles along the spectacular North Antrim Coast, passing the UNESCO Giant's Causeway and sweeping cliffs, beaches and castle ruins. Fully marked course with live timing makes for a stunning and well organised coastal 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..