Trail Running calendar near Achnasheen 2024-2025

The Ben Rinnes Hill Race is set to take place on Saturday, 27th July 2024, as part of the Dufftown Highland Games. The race covers a distance of 22km with a total ascent of 1500m. Registration will be at the Dufftown Football ground, and the race will start at Mortlach school park. Mandatory kit inc..

The Jean Carr Race, hosted by Spey Runners, is a 5.5-mile running event taking place on July 28, 2024, as part of the Fochabers Triple Challenge. The race course winds through Ordiequish woods and features the historic Jean Carr Stone. Participants can register online, with entry fees set at £16 for..

The Creag Dhubh Hill Race is an exciting running event taking place as part of the Newtonmore Highland Games. Participants will navigate a challenging course that begins with a lap around the games field, followed by an obstacle-laden ascent towards the summit of An Torr. The race covers a distance ..

The Guided Lairig Ghru Crossing is a thrilling trail running event set in the stunning Cairngorms of Scotland, featuring a 32km route with approximately 600 meters of ascent. Participants will traverse the historic Lairig Ghru, a path once used by Highland cattle raiders, under the guidance of an ex..

The Speyside Way Ultras is an ultra trail running event offering two race options: a 36-mile (50km) race and a 100km race. The event takes runners from the foot of the Cairngorms to the Moray coast of Buckie, traversing scenic whisky country. The 50km route starts at Tamdhu Distillery and finishes i..

The Hugh McKenzie Trail Races, taking place on August 24, 2024, in the Lews Castle Grounds, is a charitable running event established in memory of Hugh McKenzie. Participants can choose between a 6km solo trail race or a team relay consisting of three 2km legs. The event aims to raise funds for the ..

Participants can join the Guided Lairig Ghru Crossing, a trail run through the iconic Lairig Ghru, on Saturday, 24th August 2024. The event is already full, and new entries will be placed on a waiting list. The trail run covers 32km with around 600 meters of ascent, including rough rocky trails and ..

The Loch Ness 24 is a 24-hour solo or team relay trail running race set along the scenic banks of Loch Ness. Participants aim to complete as many 7km laps as possible through ancient Scots pine forests and along the loch's beaches. The event offers flexibility, allowing runners to rest between laps ..

The Two Islands Half Marathon is a scenic running event taking place on the Isle of Berneray and North Uist. Celebrating its 14th year, this friendly half marathon features a gently undulating route that offers stunning sea views throughout. The race begins near the Gatliff Trust Hostel and conclude..

The Kinloss Running Festival 2024 is set to take place on August 31st and September 1st, offering a variety of races within the Kinloss Barracks Training Area in Scotland. Participants can choose from road races ranging from a 1K Fun Run to a Half Marathon, or opt for the unique Back Yard Ultra, a 4..

The Speyside Windfarm Challenge is a running event featuring three races: a Trail Half Marathon, a 10K, and a 1 Mile Kids Run. Organized by local charities, the event aims to enhance education and sports provision in the community. Participants can choose to receive a medal for the half marathon or ..

The Dramathon is a unique trail running event offering four races: The Full Dram (nearly 42km), The Half Dram (nearly 21km), The Wee Dram (just over 10km), and the relay (We Dram). The races take place along the beautiful Speyside Way, passing by various distilleries with stunning views. Participant..

The Monumental Challenge is a 5+ mile trail race organized by Spey Runners, taking place on October 27, 2024, as part of the Fochabers Triple Challenge. The race starts and finishes at the Monster Trails, featuring a scenic route that includes a climb to the monument atop Whiteash Hill. Participants..

The BOO10K (Bridge of Orchy 10k) is a popular multi-terrain race returning for its third edition on November 3, 2024. The race starts at the iconic Bridge of Orchy and features a challenging 2k climb along the West Highland Way, offering breathtaking views of Loch Tulla. Participants will experience..

The Dava Way 50K is an ultra-trail running event ideal for both beginners and seasoned ultrarunners due to its relatively flat and lowland terrain. The race spans 50 kilometers, linking Grantown-on-Spey and Forres, primarily following the old Highland Railway line. The route features diverse scenery..

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..

Highland Kings is a premium ultra-marathon event held over four days, covering 120 miles of rugged and scenic terrain on Scotland’s west coast. This luxury wilderness race is designed by ex-Special Forces and supported by a world-class crew, offering participants an unparalleled experience. The even..

Ultra X Scotland is a multi-day ultra marathon event held in the Scottish Highlands. The event features two races: Ultra X 110 Scotland, a 110km race over two days, and Ultra X 50 Scotland, a 50km single-stage race. Participants traverse the scenic Great Glen, surrounded by some of the UK's highest ..

The Cape Wrath Ultra is an 8-day running event covering 400km through the Scottish Highlands, starting in Fort William and finishing at Cape Wrath lighthouse. Participants experience stunning landscapes like Knoydart, Torridon, and Assynt. The event provides support, meals, and accommodations at pop..

The Skye Trail Ultra is a 75-mile ultramarathon traversing the Isle of Skye, renowned for its stunning landscapes and challenging terrain. Organized by GB Ultras, this self-navigation event features seven checkpoints and a total elevation gain of 3780 meters. Limited to 100 participants, the race re..