Trail Running calendar near Ballater 2026-2027

A six-race hill running series in Aberdeen, United Kingdom, held between 7 April and 1 September 2026. Organized by Cosmic Hillbashers with series registration closing on 31 August 2026.

Enjoy a 19.5 mile fun run from Dundee to St Andrews along the scenic Fife Coastal Path. This non competitive event features forest trails and a historic finish at the Old Course including a medal and commemorative t-shirt.

Test your navigation skills and endurance at this 13.6 km event with 690 m of ascent. Experience the rugged beauty of Clachnaben in a race that emphasizes self sufficiency and traditional hill running values.

An uphill only hill race to the summit of Ben Ledi on 11 April 2026 covering 5.3 km and 760 m ascent, open entry with Scottish Athletics membership required for championship medals.

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.

Join a community focused 10K race along the scenic Fife Coastal Path including multi terrain trails and woodland. This chip timed event supports local path upgrades and features a friendly finish line with refreshments.

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.

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 fully marked 90K UTMB Index 100K race on 2 May 2026 from North Queensferry to St Andrews Cathedral, covering about 1,200 m ascent with a 15 hour limit. Entry fees start at £120 and the field is limited to 150 runners.

Test your physical limits at this obstacle course challenge in Fife featuring mud and water. Choose between 5km or 10km distances and enjoy free parking plus a finisher medal and T shirt.

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.