Trail Running Calendar Scotland 2025-2026

With 117 trail races in Scotland lined up for the 2025-2026 season, there's a race for every level of runner. In Glasgow, take on the challenge of the city's lush parks, where the trails are as welcoming as the locals. Transition to the cobbled streets and ancient edifices of Edinburgh, where running is not just exercise but a communion with history, as you breeze past the iconic silhouette of Edinburgh Castle and Arthur's Seat, the city's very own mountain.

Heading northeast, Aberdeen's coastal trails offer a refreshing run with the North Sea as your companion, or venture into Dundee, where the revitalized waterfront serves as a picturesque starting line for a running experience filled with scenic views and a fresh, maritime air.

Just outside the hustle and bustle, Paisley presents a runner’s paradise with its undulating hills, a test of endurance. Lastly, East Kilbride calls to nature lovers with its tranquil woodland trails, where the peace and quiet of the forest canopy creates an idyllic backdrop for both the casual jogger and the competitive sprinter.

The Dess Woods Night Race is a thrilling trail running event held in Tarland, United Kingdom, organized by Deeside Runners. Participants can enjoy a unique running experience through the scenic woods under the night sky. The event emphasizes community engagement and offers a challenging course for r..

EpicTrails is hosting an 8km guided run titled "Hunting out more trails by head torch," set to take place on January 23, 2025. The event begins at Milngavie Train Station and explores local trails, including the Clyde Coastal path and West Highland Way. This social run emphasizes safety, with qualif..

The Buchlyvie 10K is a community trail race scheduled for January 25, 2025, with a limit of 300 participants. The event features an out-and-back course that is predominantly flat, allowing runners to achieve personal bests. Registration takes place at Buchlyvie Village Hall, where participants can c..

EpicTrails - Skiff Woods and Broadfield Hill is a guided night run set in the scenic trails of Skiff Woods and Broadfield Hill. Participants will explore approximately 9km of local trails, starting from Howwood Station carpark. This event is designed for runners who can complete a road 10km in under..

February 2025

The Ardgartan Trail Race is a challenging 21-mile foot race set in Ardgartan Forest Park, featuring a predominantly off-road route that includes tarmac, forestry trails, and scenic hill sections. Participants will navigate a loop around the Ardgartan Peninsula, encountering hills and waterfalls alon..

The Forfar Multi-Terrain is a challenging running event taking place in Forfar, Scotland, featuring a scenic route that is just short of a half marathon distance. Organized by Forfar Road Runners, the race includes a variety of surfaces such as country park paths, tarmac, and fields, with a notable ..

The Glasgow Half Marathon Winter Warmer Run is an exciting running event featuring 5k, 10k, and half marathon distances, taking place at Glasgow Green. This event encourages participants to stay motivated during the winter months while supporting the charity Shelter, which raises awareness about the..

The Falkirk 7 Hour Ultra Trail Race, now in its 8th year, invites both novice and experienced runners to participate in a scenic course through Callendar Park, Falkirk. Participants aim to cover as many miles as possible within a 7-hour timeframe, with no strict cut-off times, making it accessible f..

The Carnegie Harriers Devilla Forest 15 and 5 is a trail running event taking place in Kincardine, Fife, on February 9, 2025. Participants can choose between a 15k and a 5k race, both starting and finishing at the Scottish Police College. The 15k course features a relatively flat loop through Devill..

The Glentress February Trail Races, taking place on 16 February 2025, offer a spectacular trail running experience in the scenic Scottish Borders. Hosted at the Glentress Peel Visitor Centre, participants can choose from four distances: a challenging 42 km marathon, a 21 km half marathon, a 10 km ra..

The Fetteresso Forest Marathon is a challenging running event set to take place in Fetteresso Forest on February 16, 2025. The marathon features a scenic route entirely composed of forest tracks and adheres to the regulations of Scottish Hill Runners. Participants must carry essential safety gear, i..

The Glentress Trail Marathon is a scenic running event set in the stunning Scottish Borders, specifically within Glentress Forest, known for its diverse terrain and beautiful landscapes. Scheduled for February 16, 2025, the marathon features a challenging 42K course that consists of two 21K circuits..

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The Glentress Trail Running Event, set in the scenic Scottish Borders, offers participants a choice of three distances: 21k, 10k, and a new 4k Gravel Run for beginners. Scheduled for February 16, 2025, the event showcases the stunning trails of Glentress Forest, known for its diverse terrain and bre..

The ACORN Castlemilk Trail Race is an exciting trail running event covering just under 10 kilometers, designed for participants who are comfortable navigating varied terrain. Set in beautiful deciduous woodlands, the course features twists, turns, and elevation changes, providing a thrilling experie..

The Balbirnie Nuts Trail Race is a winter trail running event taking place in the scenic woodlands of Balbirnie Park, Markinch, on February 16, 2025. Participants will navigate a challenging course of 4 to 5 miles, featuring mud, water crossings, and gentle hills. All finishers will receive a bespok..

The Hillbilly 10K is a popular cross-country running event taking place in the scenic Craigengillan Estate in Dalmellington, Ayrshire. Scheduled for February 23, 2025, this race features a mix of tarmac roads, farm tracks, and woodland paths, making it a favorite among participants. The event includ..

March 2025

Snow Running @ Glenshee is a unique night running event set in the stunning Scottish mountains, taking place at the Glenshee Ski Center. Participants can choose between two courses: a 6.5km short course and an 11.5km long course, both designed for various skill levels. The event offers a thrilling e..

The Scurry Around Corstorphine Hill 2025 is an exciting trail running event featuring 10km and 5km races, along with a 1km family fun run. Participants will navigate clearly marked and marshalled off-road routes, with the 5km course consisting of one lap and the 10km course comprising two laps, both..

The Bishop Hill Races will take place in Kinross on Sunday 2 March 2025.

The Culzean Castle Trail Runs is a popular running event set to take place in March 2025 at the stunning Culzean Castle and Country Park in Ayrshire, Scotland. The event features a variety of distances, including a 5km trail run for participants over 11 years, a 10km trail run for those over 15, and..