Trail Running calendar near Aberdeenshire 2024-2025

We have found 22 Trailruns within 80 miles of Aberdeenshire. See below where and when you can find the races.

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

November 2024

The Scurry Around Tentsmuir Forest Trail Running Festival, scheduled for November 3, 2024, offers a variety of trail running options including a half marathon, 10km, 5km, and a 1.2km family fun run. Hosted by Scurry Events, the festival aims to support the Tayport Community Trust and Larick Centre. ..

The Dava Way 50K is an ideal ultra marathon for both novice and experienced runners, featuring a predominantly flat and lowland route. This scenic trail connects the historic towns of Grantown-on-Spey and Forres, primarily following the old Highland Railway line. Participants will enjoy diverse land..

The Tufty Trail Race, organized by Falkland Trail Runners, is set to take place on November 24, 2024. This approximately 5-mile race features a scenic route through the trails and paths of the Falkland Estate, starting near Strathmiglo Village Hall. Participants will experience a challenging climb t..

January 2025

The Loch Morlich Running Festival is a popular annual event set in the stunning Cairngorms, taking place on January 4, 2025. Participants can choose between two trail courses, approximately 5.6KM and 11.2KM, both offering breathtaking views as they navigate through Glenmore Forest to the picturesque..

April 2025

The Scone Palace Trail Runs, set to take place in 2025, offers participants the choice of 5km or 10km trail runs suitable for all fitness levels. The scenic routes wind through the beautiful grounds of Scone Palace and include a lap of Perth Racecourse. The event is also Canicross friendly, allowing..

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, ascend through the Ballochbuie pine forest, and tackle a climb to..

May 2025

The Formartine & Buchan Railway Ultra is an exciting running event featuring 12-hour and 6-hour ultra marathons along the scenic railway line between Maud station and Auchnagatt. Participants aim to cover as much distance as possible within their chosen time frame, with a minimum distance of 26.3 mi..

The Moray Coastal Trail 50 is a stunning 50-mile ultra trail race that takes participants along the picturesque Moray Coastal Trail, starting in Forres and finishing in Cullen. The route features breathtaking scenery, including wide sandy beaches, dramatic cliffs, and charming fishing villages. Runn..

The Cateran Trail Ultramarathon is a challenging 55-mile race set in the scenic landscapes of Scotland, following ancient drove roads and tracks historically used by the Caterans, notorious cattle thieves. The circular route begins and ends at Gulabin Lodge in Spittal of Glenshee, featuring approxim..

The Cairngorms Ultra is an exhilarating ultra-running event set in the stunning Cairngorms National Park, known for its rugged beauty and remote landscapes. Participants can choose between a 60km full course or a shorter 48km option, both of which showcase breathtaking views of the region's highest ..

June 2025

The Saltire 24, 12, and 6 is an ultra running event taking place at Knockburn Sports Loch in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, celebrating midsummer with a scenic endurance challenge. Participants can choose from three race options: a 24-hour, 12-hour, or 6-hour run, all on a 4.2-mile marked trail. The event..

The Moray Way 100 is one of Scotland's premier 100-mile ultra trail races, showcasing the stunning landscapes of the Moray Coast, Speyside Way, and Dava Way. Starting and finishing in Forres, participants will experience a diverse route that includes coastal trails, forest paths, and scenic views of..

July 2025

By Way of The Glen is a challenging 170-mile foot race from Glasgow to Inverness, taking place from July 4 to July 6, 2025. The event features two iconic Scottish long-distance routes: the West Highland Way and the Great Glen Way. Participants have 28 hours to complete the first 94 miles of the West..

The Highlander, Backyard Ultra, Scottish Championship is an exciting endurance running event taking place at the picturesque Blair Castle Estate in Blair Atholl, Pitlochry. This unique race format challenges participants to complete a 4.167-mile loop every hour, with the goal of being the last runne..