Trail Running calendar near Newtownards 2025-2026

SkyRun the Mournes is a three-race skyrunning event set in the Mourne Mountains of Northern Ireland. It features the Mourne SkyUltra (50 km), Mourne Skyline (35 km) and Mourne SkyTrail (20 km). Elevation gains range from about 1,300m to ove..

Comber Cup 2025, hosted by Ballydrain Harriers, takes place at Billy Neill Playing Fields, Comber Road, Dundonald, Northern Ireland. This cross-country fixture is a regular part of the Northern Ireland Cross Country League and is run on the..

The 89th McConnell Shield is a cross-country race held at Sixmilewater Park in Ballyclare, County Antrim, Northern Ireland. The event features a range of races: U12 800m, U14 1 mile, U16 2 miles, and senior races including a 3-mile section..

Event details The Cairnsmore Hill Race is scheduled for Saturday 13 December 2025 at Muirfad Farm, Palnure, Newton Stewart, DG8 7BA. The event is organised by Galloway Mountain Rescue Team and holds a permit from the Scottish Hill Runners a..

Event details The Castlewellan Christmas Cracker takes place on Saturday 27 December 2025 at Castlewellan GAC, 21 Circular Road, Castlewellan, Co Down, BT31 9ED. The course is approximately 8.5 miles on roads, fields and forest tracks in an..

Race around dramatic Culzean Castle and its 642 acres of gardens, beaches and woodland on Sunday 1 March 2026. Choose 5 km, 10 km or a half marathon, bring one dog per runner and enjoy chip timing, medals and stunning coastal views.

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 - April 2026 Bruce's Crown Race is scheduled for 11 to 12 April 2026 at Caldons, near Glentrool in Galloway, Scotland. The event is organised by Galloway Mountain Rescue Team. The distance is 46 miles and entries are for..

Event details Heart of Granite is scheduled for 11 April 2026 at Caldons Old Campsite, Bargrennan, Glen Trool, Newton Stewart, DG8 6SU (OS Grid Ref NX 40027 78951). The entry fee is £25.00. Entries open 23 April 2025 and close 5 April 2026...

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.

Tackle 56 miles along the stunning Southern Upland Way in Ultra Scotland 50 on 6 June 2026, featuring 2,447 m of climbing and live GPS tracking for supporters. Expect a rugged, scenic test across wild Scottish hills.

Take on Ultra Scotland 100, a 104 mile trail ultramarathon along the stunning Southern Upland Way from St Johns Town of Dalry to Galashiels. Tackle remote Scottish hills, strict cut offs and earn a commemorative buckle for finishing.

Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Running Festival : 26 July 2026 The event is set at Hillsborough Castle & Gardens, 349 Hillsborough Rd, Hillsborough BT26 6GT, UK, on Sunday 26 July 2026. Race distances offered: 10K Half Marathon Gro..

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

Event overview Race Across Scotland is a coast-to-coast ultramarathon following the Southern Upland Way. The event distance is 215 miles with total ascent of 7218 m. The published 2026 dates are Saturday 8th to Wednesday 12th August. The st..