Trail Running calendar near Ballater 2026-2027

Test your navigation skills on this 22.9 km hill race featuring 1435 meters of ascent. Runners visit six checkpoints via Ben Chonzie and Loch Turret with post race refreshments and home baking included.

Join the Gartmorn Trail Race in Alloa for a scenic 10 km loop around woodland paths and Gartmorn Dam. A shorter 3 km junior race is also available for ages 8-15. The event features post race refreshments and prizes.

A 7.8 km hill race in Dunkeld on 22 April 2026 with 300 m of climb, on-field start and finish, pre-entry or on-the-night entry for £15. Part of the Highland Boundary Series with safety kit requirements and refreshments at the finish.

Test your limits at the Beecraigs Backyard Ultra in Scotland's scenic Beecraigs Country Park. Runners tackle a 4.167-mile loop every hour until only one remains. The event provides basic amenities, camping, and a unique challenge of enduran..

Experience a 42 mile point to point ultramarathon along the iconic West Highland Way. This way marked trail race takes runners through stunning Scottish scenery from Tyndrum to Fort William with nearly 2000 meters of ascent.

A 44 mile circular ultramarathon around the Firth of Forth with solo, pairs, and four person relay options. Mixed terrain route (85% road, 15% trail) split into four stages with aid stations and an 11 hour time limit.

Trail runs at Scone Palace on 26 April 2026 offer 5km and 10km routes through the palace grounds, with the 10km including a lap of Perth Racecourse. The event is canicross friendly and uses live chip timing.

Experience a scenic run starting at the Monachyle Mhor Hotel tracing the banks of Loch Doine. This event features a 10k trail route and a 1k fun run with chip timing and professional support for all participants.

Community organised 10K in Dalgety Bay on 26 April 2026, supporting upgrades to the Fife Coastal Path and other local causes. Multi terrain route from Dalgety Bay Sailing Club with water stations, chip timing and age category prizes.

A city navigation race from Edinburgh Park Central where runners ride the tram to a start then run back, aiming to beat the tram. Distances are about 5.5 to 7.5 miles and entry includes an optional charity donation.

A ticketed running event in Holyrood Park, Edinburgh on 26 April 2026 offering 5k, 10k and a half marathon distance within the park setting.

Experience the beauty of the Scottish Highlands with a variety of trail races ranging from 12km to 110km. Run through the iconic trails of Loch Ness in this well supported multi distance event.

A UTMB Index 100K ultra on 2 May 2026 following historic pilgrim routes across Fife from North Queensferry to St Andrews. The 90K course has about 1,200 m ascent, a 15 hour limit, and included kit and services for entrants.

An outdoor obstacle course in Fife on 2 May 2026 offering 5 km and 10 km options for adults, with supervised teenagers allowed; entry includes a Tec T shirt and finishers medal, plus free parking and event photos.

Test your endurance at this historic hill race in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park. Conquer a 20 km course with 1500 meters of climbing across two major summits before enjoying a traditional evening ceilidh.

Test your mettle at MacTuff Fife Spring featuring obstacle courses through mud and water. Choose between 5km and 10km distances with technical shirts and medals for all finishers in a participant friendly environment.

Test your limits at Saughton with a combination of functional exercises and interval running. Choose from Solo, Doubles, or Relay formats with Classic or Double distances to suit your fitness level.

Timed endurance races on the Formartine & Buchan railway between Maud and Auchnagatt, with 12-hour and 6-hour options. Entrants aged 20 or older aim to cover maximum distance to qualify for medals and category prizes.

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.