Trail Running Calendar Scotland 2024-2025

With 86 trail races in Scotland lined up for the 2024-2025 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 Morven Hill Race is a challenging running event taking place in Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom. This race features three categories: the main Morven race (8.8km with a 660m climb), the Half-Morven race (4.0km with a 400m climb), and the Mini-Morven race (1.8km with a 125m climb), catering to vari..

The Glasgow to Edinburgh Ultra is a challenging 57-mile race set to take place on October 5, 2024. Starting from the Riverside Museum in Glasgow, participants will traverse a scenic route that includes landmarks like the Falkirk Wheel and the Antonine Wall. The event features live GPS tracking, well..

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The SAAC Open Cross Country Races is a competitive running event organized by Shetland AAC, featuring a series of races for various age groups, from under 9s to seniors and masters. The event is part of a league consisting of four races, with participants required to complete three to qualify. Takin..

The "Run of the Mill" is a challenging 14.6km running event set in the scenic Alva Glen, taking place on October 6, 2024. This race serves as the final counter in the SHR Championships 2024 and features a course that includes summits such as Andrew Gannel Hill, Ben Cleuch, Ben Ever, and The Nebit. P..

The EpicTrails 8km event invites runners to explore local trails by head torch, starting from Milngavie Train Station. Participants will traverse scenic routes along the Clyde Coastal path and the West Highland Way, with a focus on social running rather than racing. The event emphasizes safety, with..

The Manor Water Hill Race is a challenging 9.3-mile running event set in the scenic Manor Valley, featuring a total ascent of 2,130 feet. Participants navigate a route that includes checkpoints and requires self-navigation, with a marshal present at the summit. The race is part of the Manor Sheepdog..

The Bennachie Ultra Marathon is an exciting 50k race set in the stunning landscape of North East Scotland, taking place on October 12, 2024. Starting and finishing at the Bennachie Visitors Centre, the course features a challenging route that includes six peaks, such as Mither Tap and Oxen Craig, wi..

The Aberfoyle Trail Half Marathon, scheduled for October 12, 2024, is set in the picturesque town of Aberfoyle. This challenging race features a diverse course that includes forest tracks, single trails, and a brief section of tarmac, all while showcasing the stunning autumn scenery. Runners will en..

The Skedaddle Speyside 10k is a scenic trail running event set for October 13, 2024, starting from Archiestown Village Square and finishing at the renowned Cardhu Distillery. With a limited entry of 150 participants, runners will navigate a picturesque route through Elchies woods and along the stunn..

The Carnethy Skyloop Hill Race is a challenging Category 'A' long hill race set in the Pentland Hills, south of Edinburgh. Covering over 30km with 1700m of ascent, the course is designed for experienced hill runners and features steep ascents, descents, and rough terrain. The race starts and finishe..

The Dramathon is a unique running event set in the picturesque Speyside region, offering participants the choice of a marathon, half-marathon, 10K, or a relay race. The course runs along the scenic Speyside Way, starting from Glenfarclas distillery and ending at Glenfiddich distillery, with several ..

The Devil's Foot Trail Races, organized by Trail Outlaws, features a Half Marathon and a 10K race starting in Melrose. Participants will enjoy scenic trails along the Southern Upland Way, crossing the river and passing the iconic Devil's Foot Mark. The challenging course includes a tough finish over..

The Ladybank Woods Trail Race is a friendly running event set in Annsmuir Woods, Ladybank, scheduled for October 20, 2024. This race features a scenic 4.2-mile out-and-back route that combines woodland trails and grass paths, making it suitable for runners of all abilities. Limited to 50 participant..

The Jedburgh Three Peaks Races feature an ultramarathon and a relay race, both taking place in Jedburgh. The ultramarathon covers a distance of 38 miles, while the relay consists of four legs totaling approximately 38 miles. Participants can expect a well-marked route with checkpoints providing wate..

The Meall A'bhuachaille Hill Race is a challenging 13km race with a 720m climb, taking place at the Badaguish Outdoor Centre near Aviemore. Scheduled for October 26, 2024, the event is open to participants aged 18 and over, with entry fees set at £10. Runners will navigate a scenic route that includ..

The ACORN Duncan Macfarlane Race, affectionately known as "The Dunky," is a 7.5km trail race held in Mugdock Country Park, celebrating the legacy of accomplished runner Duncan Macfarlane. The event features a scenic two-lap course that showcases the park's natural beauty, including views of castles ..

Join Traildog Events for the Halloween special at Bowhill House in Selkirk, Great Britain, on 27 October 2024. Participants can choose between a 5 km or a challenging 10 km run through beautiful terrain, culminating in a stunning finish. Each entry includes a personalized run number, accurate finish..

The Monumental Challenge will take place in Fochabers on Sunday 27 October 2024.

November 2024

The Knockfarrel Hill Race is an 8km running event taking place in Strathpeffer, featuring a challenging climb of 280 meters. Scheduled for November 2, 2024, the race is open to participants aged 18 and over, with entry fees set at £10. Registration begins at the Strathpeffer Community Centre, where ..

The Auchterarder 10K Chilli Trail Race is set to take place on November 2, 2024, organized by Five Star Events. This unique trail race features a route shaped like a chili pepper, offering participants stunning views and a mix of terrains, including forest trails and stream crossings. Runners aged 1..