Trail Running calendar near Newcastle 2025-2026

The 89th McConnell Shield cross country takes place at Sixmilewater Park, Ballyclare on 1 November 2025. Chip timing and category prizes promise a competitive, community minded day for juniors to seniors across multiple distances.

Challenge yourself on a rugged 17.5 km winter fell race in the Southern Galloway hills with 800 m of ascent, summiting Cairnsmore of Fleet. Organised by Galloway Mountain Rescue Team, entries support their work and finishers enjoy hot soup..

Event details The Pier Gates Remembrance Race (Djouce Remembrance Race) takes place in County Wicklow on Saturday 27 December 2025. The route follows the same course as the Earl's Drive trail league and has a total climb of 120 m. The event..

Run the Castlewellan Christmas Cracker on 27 December 2025, an 8.5 mile pairs race through roads, fields and forest tracks around Castlewellan. Finishers get medals, cash prizes and spot prizes for fancy dress, plus warming soup and rolls.

Run 20 mile of coastal trail around the Giant's Causeway near Portrush, with cliffs, beaches and ancient ruins in a UNESCO World Heritage setting. Fully marked course, electronic timing and a finishers medal make for a memorable day.

Bruce's Crown Race is a rugged 46 mile team challenge across three Galloway hill ranges, testing navigation and endurance with stunning hilltop views. Teams of 2 to 4, camping included, raise funds for Galloway Mountain Rescue.

Tackle a 20 mile mountain loop across the Galloway hills with 1850 m of climbing, testing navigation and fell running skills on rugged ridges and summits. Marshalled by Galloway Mountain Rescue, all profits support the team and finishers re..

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.

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