Trail Running calendar near Newtownards 2025-2026

The Heart of Granite is a challenging 20-mile (32 km) circular race held in the Galloway Mountains, starting and finishing at Caldons Old Campsite in Glen Trool, Newton Stewart, Scotland. The course features 1850 meters of ascent, passing notable landmarks such as Curleywee, Rig of Jarkness, the Mur..

Bruce's Crown Race is a challenging 46-mile team event held in Caldons, near Glentrool in Galloway, Scotland. Teams of 2 to 4 participants traverse three hill ranges—the Minnigaff Hills, Rhinns of Kells, and the Awful Hand—climbing over 4000 meters. The course offers stunning 360-degree views, inclu..

The Endurancelife Giant's Causeway is a 20-mile coastal trail running event held along the stunning North Antrim Coast in Northern Ireland. The route features rugged terrain including grass, trails, beaches, and coastpaths, with an ascent of 2,276 feet. Runners experience breathtaking views of the G..

The Norn Iron Ultra will take place in Ballintoy on Saturday 30 May 2026. You can run 106 miles.

Ultra Scotland 50 is a challenging 56-mile ultra marathon held along Scotland's scenic Southern Upland Way, starting at St. John's Town of Dalry and finishing at Moffat Rugby Club. The course features 2,447 meters of elevation through forests, valleys, and mountains of southern Scotland, with histor..

Ultra Scotland 100 is a challenging 104-mile ultramarathon held along the scenic Southern Upland Way in Scotland. Starting at St John's Town of Dalry and finishing in Galashiels, the race features 4,611 meters of elevation gain and traverses iconic trails including Benbrake, Gateshaw Rig, Lowther Hi..