Trail Running Calendar Scotland 2025-2026

With 135 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 Bristow 15 Mile Trail Race, part of the Run Balmoral event, offers participants a scenic and challenging course through the stunning Highland landscape. Starting near Balmoral Castle, runners will traverse alongside the River Dee and ascend through the Ballochbuie pine forest, culminating in a c..

The Dalgety Bay 10K is a community running event held in Dalgety Bay, Scotland, organized by Forth Bridges Rotary. The race starts and finishes at the Dalgety Bay Sailing Club and features a multi-terrain course including smooth trails, tarmac, and woodland paths along the scenic Fife Coastal Path...

The Run Mhor - Hidden Glen 10K is a highly acclaimed race held at Monachyle Mhor Hotel in Balquhidder, Scotland. Recognized as the Best 10K in Scotland and third in the UK in 2020, the event features a scenic route along Loch Doine and into Monachyle Glen. The race includes a 10K and a fun run, with..

The Scone Palace Trail Runs will take place in 2025, featuring 5km and 10km trail runs suitable for all fitness levels. Set in the scenic grounds of Scone Palace, near Perth, participants can enjoy a picturesque route that includes a lap of Perth Racecourse. The event is designed for both beginners..

The Banchory Lunchtime Trails Session is a social trail running event held around Crathes Castle. Participants can enjoy a fun and challenging run that includes short intervals to improve running form, speed, and fitness. The session lasts for one hour and is suitable for those looking to enhance th..

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EpicTrails offers a guided 6km trail run designed for social runners to explore local trails along the Clyde Coastal Path, West Highland Way, and other scenic routes. Led by qualified and experienced guides, the event emphasizes safety, group cohesion, and enjoyment rather than competition. Particip..

Ultra X Scotland is a multi-day ultramarathon held in the Scottish Highlands, offering distances of 110km, 60km, 50km, and 25km. The event takes place over two days, with participants running through scenic trails around Loch Ness, the Great Glen, and the surrounding mountains. Known for its challen..

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The Stuc a' Chroin 5000 Hill Race is an annual challenging event held in Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, Scotland. Covering 20 kilometers with over 5,000 feet of elevation gain, participants ascend peaks including Ben Each and Stuc a’ Chroin. Recognized as a UK and Scottish Championship rac..

The Neilston Pad Race, taking place on May 3, 2025, celebrates the 200th anniversary of the Neilston Show with a special edition of the race. This 5.6-mile (9k) trail run features a new route that includes a climb to the summit cairn of the iconic Neilston Pad, offering a mix of road, path, and trai..

The Tiree Half Marathon is an annual running event held on the picturesque Hebridean island of Tiree, celebrated for its stunning beaches and vibrant atmosphere. Scheduled for May 3, 2025, the event welcomes participants of all abilities, from casual joggers to competitive runners. The half marathon..

The Krunce Series - Aberdeen will take place in Aberdeen on Tuesday 6 May 2025.

EpicTrails offers a guided 8km trail run starting from Milngavie Train Station, exploring scenic routes along the Clyde Coastal Path, West Highland Way, and other local trails. The event is designed as a social run, with no race timing, ensuring safety and camaraderie, and is led by qualified, exper..

The Cateran Trail Ultramarathon is a challenging 55-mile race through the Scottish Highlands, following historic drove roads and ancient tracks once used by the feared Caterans. Starting and ending at Gulabin Lodge in Glenshee, the route is approximately 90% off-road, featuring forest trails, rough..

The Kintyre Way Ultra is a scenic trail-running event held in Scotland, featuring three challenging races along the picturesque Kintyre Way. The event offers varied terrain, including hill paths, beaches, and woodland, with stunning views of the sea, Arran, Islay, Jura, and Northern Ireland. The rac..

The Formartine & Buchan Railway Ultra is a challenging ultra marathon event taking place on the Formartine & Buchan railway line, specifically between Maud station and Auchnagatt village hall. Participants can choose to compete in either a 12-hour or 6-hour format, with the goal of covering as much..

The Moray Coastal Trail Ultra is a challenging 50-mile ultramarathon that takes place along Scotland's picturesque Moray coastline, starting in Forres and finishing in Cullen. This event showcases stunning landscapes, including sandy beaches, rugged cliffs, and charming fishing villages. Participant..

EpicTrails offers a guided 10km trail run designed for social enjoyment rather than competition. Starting from Milngavie Train Station, participants will explore scenic routes along the Clyde Coastal Path, West Highland Way, and other local trails. The runs are led by qualified, experienced guides w..

The Kinnoull Hill Race is a 7km trail running event held in Perth, Scotland, organized by Perth Strathtay Harriers. Taking place on May 15, 2025, the race starts at Branklyn Gardens and features a challenging course with 243 meters of elevation, including climbs to Kinnoull Tower and the stone table..

The Glas Tulaichean Uphill Race is a challenging 7.2 km mountain race held on May 17, 2025, organized by Dundee Hawkhill Harriers. The route ascends to the summit of Glas Tulaichean (1051m), featuring good double track, stream crossings, and open hill sections. Participants must carry full waterproo..

The SCD Community Fun Run 10k and 5k is a charity event organized by Strathdearn Community Developments in Tomatin, Inverness, scheduled for May 17, 2025. The race features scenic, undulating trail courses on rural roads and paths, with water stations and facilities such as changing rooms and shower..