Trail Running calendar near Portrush 2025-2026

Join the 89th McConnell Shield cross country at Sixmilewater Park, Ballyclare on 1 November 2025 for lively junior and senior races, chip timing and great club atmosphere. Enjoy a scenic, competitive day hosted by East Antrim Harriers.

Join the Castlewellan Christmas Cracker on 27 December 2025 for an 8.5 miles race for teams of two through roads, fields and forest tracks around Castlewellan. Finish together for medals and prizes including fancy dress and note entries are..

Culzean Castle Trail Runs return on Sunday 1 March 2026 with 5 km, 10 km and half marathon options across scenic coastal woodlands. Canicross friendly, all finishers get a medal, Wild Deer merchandise and a snack.

Run the Giant's Causeway 20 mile Coastal Trail in Portrush, a scenic UTMB qualifier that winds past cliffs, sandy beaches and basalt columns at the UNESCO Giant's Causeway. Expect challenging terrain, sea views and instant timing.

Run the Kintyre Way Ultra on 9 May 2026 from Tayinloan to Campbeltown, a scenic trail through beaches, woods and hills with stunning island views. Well supported course with refreshments, drop bags and relay options.

Isle of Jura Fell Race is held on the Isle of Jura, Scotland. The route covers 28km with 7 summits and about 2,370 metres of climbing, making it a stern test of hillcraft, endurance and technique. The organizers describe it as one of the to..

The Norn Iron Ultra will take place in Ballintoy from Saturday 30 May 2026 to Sunday 31 May 2026. You can run 100 miles.

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.

Experience the Quadrathon, a four day run in Inishowen along the Wild Atlantic Way with rugged coastal and hill routes. Pick full or half marathon routes each day, run or walk, and finish with warm catering, medals and a friendly crew.

Push your navigation and endurance in the Mourne Mountains at the Mourne Mountain Marathon on 19 and 20 September 2026. Teams of two tackle mountain courses, camp overnight and can choose multi day classes or a six hour score event.