Trail Running calendar near Portrush 2026-2027

Kick off the new year with Run Forest Run at Loughgall Country Park on 10 January 2026 with 5K, 10K and junior options. Enjoy scenic forest and lakeside trails, chip timing and a finishers medal.

Join Mallusk Harriers for the Mathieson Cup and Shield cross country at Mallusk Playing Fields near Belfast on 11 January 2026. Challenging off road courses on grass and mud welcome runners of all ages with races up to 8 km.

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..

Join Run Forest Run at Antrim Castle Gardens on 7 February 2026 for scenic 5K and 10K routes that pass the ruins of Shanes Castle and offer views of Lough Neagh through gardens and woodland. Friendly vibe and medals for finishers.

The finale of the Run Forest Run Series takes you around Castlewellan Forest Park, starting and finishing by the lakeside castle with stunning Mourne Mountain views on an off road course. Expect a medal, chip timing and scenic trails, so br..

Run through the stunning grounds of Culzean Castle and Country Park with 5 km, 10 km or half marathon options. Enjoy coastal views, woodland trails and a canicross friendly vibe, plus medals, merch and finish line snacks.

Run a stunning 20 mile coastal trail along the Giant's Causeway, passing dramatic cliffs, sandy beaches and ancient ruins beside a UNESCO heritage site. Expect rugged trails, big views and a memorable challenge.

Kintyre Way Ultra on 9 May 2026 is a scenic coastal trail run across beaches, woods and hill paths with wide sea views. Solo and relay entries cover 35 miles up to the full 100 mile route with on course support.

Challenge yourself on the Isle of Jura Fell Race, a rugged 28 km route taking in seven summits and 2,370 m of climbing across wild coastal terrain. Limited to 250 runners, the race offers awards and long term honours for repeat finishers in..

The Norn Iron Ultra will take place in Ballintoy on Saturday 30 May 2026.

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.

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.

Take on the Quadrathon Challenge in Inishowen from 13 to 16 August 2026, a four day running event with up to 105 miles of coastal and hill terrain along the Wild Atlantic Way. Choose to run or walk one to four days and earn a finisher medal..

Take on the wild Mourne Mountains at SkyRun the Mournes on 10 October 2026, with three scenic yet demanding skyraces from 20km trail to 50km ultra. Entries are open for a day of rugged peaks, big views and mountain running camaraderie.

MTC Bodach is a 37.4 mile MizMal challenge across scenic Inishowen with coastal views and rolling climbs. Limited entries, navigation, mandatory kit and time cutoffs make this a technical endurance day for prepared runners.