Trail Running calendar near Auldgirth 2026-2027

A timed, marked trail event at Whinlatter on 6 December 2026 with two routes - 8K to Seat How or a shorter 5K. Individual starts are used so dogs have space; on the Seat How route only one dog per runner is allowed and a harness is required..

The Lakeland Paws Grizedale Growl Dec will take place in Grizedale on Sunday 6 December 2026.

A winter hill race in the Southern Galloway mountains covering 17.50 km with 800 m ascent. The route climbs via the Door and Knee of Cairnmore to the Cairnsmore of Fleet trig before a long descent to the finish at Muirfad Farm.

Take on the Simonside Cairns fell race in Rothbury, Northumberland, a rugged 11 mile route over moorland and cairns that rewards grit and scenery. Entry on the day from Jubilee Hall is £10 and teams of three are welcome.

South By Five is a free 5 km park run series in Glasgow. The Pollok Park event is one of six races held over 12 weeks. Participants can run single events or aim to complete the series.

A night time fell race to the 703 m summit of Chapelfell Top covering 6.6 km with 370 m ascent. Unmarked route and off path navigation are required and entrants must show experience and carry extensive mandatory kit.

A winter ultra around Helvellyn of about 38 miles with 2000 m of ascent on unmarked mountain terrain. Entry is limited and requires navigation skills, full winter kit and self reliance.

A festive trail running event in Chopwell Woods near Gateshead with family one mile, 4 mile and 8 mile courses. Live chip timing, finisher medals and refreshments; one controlled dog per runner allowed.

A 7 kilometres single-lap trail race on undulating off-road terrain around Brampton, Cumbria, with an entry limit, a bespoke finisher medal and free event photographs.

This is a single 5km event in Bellahouston Park, part of the wider South By Five series visiting six Glasgow parks. Entry is free but includes a mandatory donation to a community fund. Runners can join just this race or aim to complete the..

Forest canicross at Grizedale Forest with marked 10K and 6K loops, chip timing and GPX files available. Up to two dogs per runner are allowed and there are no cut offs.

An out-and-back winter trail from Ingram Cafe to the summit of Hedgehope and back, roughly a half marathon over variable terrain. The route is marked, a safety team is present, and finishers receive a souvenir mug and hot soup.

Trail running festival at Vogrie Country Park on 17 January 2027. Marked, marshaled mixed terrain routes from 1.6 km to a half marathon with on-site refreshments and a medal for half marathon finishers.

The South By Five series brings a free 5km run to Queens Park in Glasgow. This is a single event in a 12-week series visiting six parks. Entry requires a community donation, with support for a local animal charity.

Experience a unique 10 mile nighttime trail run through the fabled Simonside Hills of Northumberland. Navigate rocky trails and steep climbs under the stars in this atmospheric winter event.

A seven hour trail event at Callander Park, Falkirk with a 4.14 mile loop and an optional 1 km route. Solo and relay entries are available with live tracking and on site support.

Road races in Cockermouth with a half marathon and 10km through the Lorton Valley, live chip-timing, no cut-off time, and finishers receiving a medal, merchandise, snack and drink.

Trail races from Grizedale Visitor Centre in the Lake District on varied, undulating forest tracks. Options include a 13-mile half and a 26-mile marathon with an eastern loop toward Windermere, compulsory kit and timed cut offs apply.

Two marked off-road courses at Whinlatter on 7 February 2027, offering a 10k and a 5K with significant ascent. Chip timed with GPX files available, individual starts, and two dogs permitted per runner.

A fully tracked 30 mile trail ultra in Cumbria with 3000 ft of ascent around the Eden Valley and edge of the Yorkshire Dales. Four checkpoints supply water and snacks and walkers are welcome with a 12 hour cut off.