Trail Running calendar near Portrush 2026-2027

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..

Run Forest Run at Antrim Castle Gardens offers scenic 5K and 10K routes through the gardens past Shanes Castle with views over Lough Neagh. Enjoy a medal, chip timing and a friendly forest race vibe for adults and juniors.

Join the final Run Forest Run Winter Series at Castlewellan Forest Park on Saturday 28 February 2026 for scenic off road 5K and 10K races around the lakeside castle. Enjoy chip timing, a finisher medal and stunning Mourne Mountain views.

Explore Culzean Castle and Country Park with 5km, 10km or half marathon trail routes through woods, coast and historic grounds. Canicross friendly with live chip timing, medals and post race snacks for all finishers.

Join the Ulster Championship at Slieve Gullion, County Armagh on 7 March 2026 for a testing 6.3 km mountain run with 320 m climb, organised by NIMRA. Expect rugged terrain and mandatory Level B safety kit.

Join the Glenariff Mountain Race Spud Run in County Antrim on Saturday 14 March 2026, a 9.3 km route with roughly 400 m climb. Mountain conditions mean mandatory Level B kit so come prepared for rugged trails and stunning views.

Take on the Pat Dunbar Memorial, a 13 km NIMRA challenge through the scenic Mournes in County Down. Expect moderate terrain and limited course markings for a true mountain running adventure with prizegiving at Carrick Little.

Run 20 miles along the spectacular North Antrim Coast, passing the UNESCO Giant's Causeway and sweeping cliffs, beaches and castle ruins. Fully marked course with live timing makes for a stunning and well organised coastal challenge.

Hill & Dale in Castlewellan, County Down on 16 April 2026 covers 8.50 km with 330 m of ascent. The race is organised by Newcastle AC for the Hill & Dales League; GPS is not permitted and Level B mandatory kit is required.

Binevenagh in County Derry on 18 April 2026 is a steep, scenic 11.9 km mountain challenge with 870 m of ascent that tests navigation and endurance. This Ulster Championship fixture forbids GPS and promises dramatic views and a true fell run..

Take on a 6.6 km mountain run at Tollymore on 23 April 2026 with 350 m of ascent and only major junctions marked. GPS is not allowed and Level B safety kit is compulsory, so come prepared for classic mountain terrain.

Tackle Slieve Martin in County Down on Thursday 30 April 2026, a compact 7.00 km route with 550 m of climb for a steep, scenic challenge. Mandatory kit and no GPS ensure a classic fell experience, and volunteers are warmly welcome.

Tackle Binnian Uphill in County Down on 7 May 2026: a short but savage 3.7 km climb gaining 570 m of ascent. Mandatory Level B kit is required, route has limited markings and GPS devices are not permitted, so come prepared.

Take on the Kintyre Way Ultra, a 35 miles coastal and hill run from Tayinloan to Campbeltown on 9 May 2026. Enjoy varied terrain and sweeping sea views to Islay, Jura, Gigha and Arran, finishing with showers, massage and festival vibes.

Join Luke's in County Down on Thursday 21 May 2026 for a challenging 7.3 km course with 450 m of ascent across marked junctions. Level B kit is mandatory so bring a waterproof, hat, gloves, whistle, charged phone and a foil blanket.

A 28 km fell race on the Isle of Jura with seven summits and about 2,370 m of climbing across technical terrain. Entry is limited to 250 vetted runners and requires recent mountain or AL race experience.

Take on Carnaween, a scenic mountain race in County Donegal offering long and short route options with steep climbs across open farmland. Limited to 61 runners and part of the Ulster Championship, it promises a rugged, rewarding challenge.

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

Tackle the classic Slieve Donard ascent in the Mourne Mountains on 30 May 2026, a challenging 10 km race with 850 m of climb and spectacular summit views. Part of the Irish Championship and Irish Uphill League, it also serves as the Snowdon..

Tackle the Millstone in County Down on Thursday 4 June 2026, a short but steep 7.7 km course with 470 m of climb offering thrilling fell running and great views. Mandatory Level B kit is required and GPS use is not allowed.