Trail Running calendar near Aberdeen 2026-2027

The Forfar Multi-Terrain will take place in Forfar on Sunday 1 February 2026. You can run 21 kilometers.

Take on a full marathon entirely on forest tracks through Fetteresso Forest near Stonehaven. Expect remote terrain, mandatory mountain kit and strict cut offs in this challenging winter trail marathon.

A winter trail race on 15 February 2026 at Balbirnie Park, Markinch, Fife featuring a 4 to 5 miles woodland route with mud and water crossings. All finishers receive a bespoke memento and prizes cover overall and age categories.

Night hill running around Glenshee ski station on compact piste snow, with 6.5 km and 11.5 km circuit options. Participants must carry winter mountain kit and meet fitness and experience requirements.

Take on the scenic 33 miles along the old Deeside Railway from Duthie Park to Banchory and back in the Deeside Way Ultra on 14 March 2026. Limited to 200 runners, this Scottish trail challenge offers river views, support stations, and a fri..

A multi-terrain 10 km run on 21 March 2026 organised by Newburgh Dunes Running Club. The route visits pavement, trail, sand dunes and beach and the event had online entries with a 320 place capacity.

A hill running event in Birnam, Dunkeld on 28 March 2026 with a senior 6.6 km course (360 m climb) and junior races of about 1.5 km and 3 km. The race uses ProTay timing and is part of the Highland Boundary Series.

Deuchary Hill Canter on 29 March 2026 is an 18 km hill race at Polney Loch, Dunkeld, with 800 m of ascent. Entry fee is £15, minimum age 20, and competitors must carry safety kit; it is part of the Highland Boundary Series.

Scenic trail runs at Scone Palace with 5 km and 10 km options, chip timing, on-course route maps, and provisions for one controlled dog per runner. Finishers receive a medal, merchandise, and a drink and snack.

Two ultramarathon options along the Moray coast on 9 May 2026: 50 miles from Findhorn to Cullen Viaduct and 50 km from Lossiemouth to Cullen Viaduct. Fully stocked aid stations, drop bags, GPX files and a race handbook are provided.

A rugged 55 mile circular trail across Perthshire with 2,250 metres of ascent and UTMB qualifying points. Self sufficient race starts and finishes at Gulabin Lodge, ending with a dramatic climb to An Lairig Pass and stunning views.

Join the Saltire Trail Races in Athelstaneford on Saturday 9 May 2026 for scenic 2 km, 5 km and 10 km farm trails at Kilduff Farm. Family friendly fun and village fair treats raise funds for Athelstaneford Primary School.

A four‑evening series of 5k trail races on forest tracks at the base of Bennachie from May to August 2026, scored on the best three of four results with prizes for the top three finishers.

Join Kirkhill 8 on 23 May 2026 for a scenic 4.3 mile trail loop in Kirkhill Forest that you can repeat over an eight hour window to chase distances from marathon to 50 miles. Limited to 100 places, this friendly, inclusive event fills fast.

A weekend trail running festival at Blair Castle on 29 to 31 May 2026 with races from a kids run to a 58 km ultra. The programme includes camping, live music, talks, outdoor cinema, yoga and guided runs.

A coastal 5 km out and back on West Sands in St Andrews with a companion 1 mile children’s fun run. Limited places are available and proceeds support RNLI and two local charities.

A 60 km waymarked trail through the Cairngorms from Mar Lodge near Braemar on 13 June 2026, featuring 1006 m of ascent, limited aid stations, a 48 km short course option and basic camping at the venue.

Take on the Moray Way Relay, a scenic team relay of roughly 100 miles starting and finishing in Forres as it winds along coastal trails, forests and sandy beaches. Teams of up to four run 12 legs within 24 hours using a tracker as the baton..

Moray Way 100 is a 100 miles trail ultra starting and finishing in Forres that links the Moray Coastal Trail, the Speyside Way and the Dava Way. The route passes beaches, clifftop trails and Speyside distilleries with four numbered aid stat..

A one lap trail race around Templeton Woods on 2 August 2026 covering about 5.5 miles. The event is open to runners aged 18 and over and features marked routes, first aid, refreshments and age and team prizes.