Trail Running calendar near Ballater 2026-2027

Run Edinburgh's seven hilltops in a mixed road, trail and hill event that blends urban navigation with racing. Choose your own route between hilltop checkpoints and opt for the competitive Race or the more relaxed Challenge.

Choose from a 5k, 10k, or half marathon on a scenic route through Edinburgh's Holyrood Park. The course includes laps around landmarks like Arthur's Seat on mixed terrain. Dogs are welcome to run alongside participants.

Experience the beautiful trails of Callendar Park in Falkirk with a choice of 5km, 10km, or Half Marathon routes. These Canicross friendly races feature chip timing and historic woodland scenery around Callendar House.

Experience trail running through the Caledonian pine forests and heather moorland of the Cairngorms National Park. This festival offers distances from 10km to 55km on the scenic Glen Tanar Estate.

Experience a unique 12 mile run from the peaks of the Pentland Hills to the shores of Musselburgh beach. Navigate a mix of cross country and urban trails with scenic views across Edinburgh.

A one lap trail race around Templeton Woods on 2 August 2026 covering about 5.5 miles. The event is open to runners aged 18 and over and features marked routes, first aid, refreshments and age and team prizes.

Form a team and run a 27 mile relay along the traffic free Formartine and Buchan Way. Shared across 9 legs from Peterhead to Ellon, this event includes finishers medals and post race refreshments for all participants.

Experience the diverse terrain of Stirling with five trail distances ranging from a 5 km forest run to a 50 km mountain ultra. Navigate undulating trails and fell climbs starting from the historic University of Stirling.

Explore a network of scenic forest trails starting from the grounds of Tulliallan Castle. This festival offers half marathon, 10km, and 5km trail runs alongside a family fun run.

Experience a scenic multi terrain race along the River Deveron from Turriff to Banff. Choose from a half marathon, 10k, 5k trail, or junior fun run with a finish at historic Duff House.

Choose your challenge on the historic Speyside Way: a fast, runnable 50 km from Tamdhu Distillery or an epic 100 km journey starting from Aviemore. Both races finish in Buckie, open to all runners over 18. Experience whisky country and coas..

A long fell race across the Ochil Hills from Glen Devon to Stirling University, visiting multiple summit controls. The route includes two marked sections, mandatory navigation kit, and pre entry or limited on the day entry.

Experience a short and sharp challenge at the Achmony Hill Race in Drumnadrochit. This 3.5 mile course features 700 feet of climbing and finishes in the lively arena of the Glenurquhart Highland Games.

Enjoy a three part summer 5K series through Edinburgh's scenic parks. These chip timed evening races at Inverleith Park, Leith Links, and Fettes offer a friendly atmosphere for runners of all abilities.

Experience a 43 km team relay through the beautiful hills of Glen Lednock. This four stage event features mountain terrain and trail sections starting and finishing in the village of Comrie.

Experience a scenic 30 km journey through North Berwick and East Linton via solo, relay, or 10 km walk options. This fully marshalled event features hill climbs and coastal trails while supporting Scottish veterans.

Run through Scottish history at the William Wallace Running Festival. Choose between a fast, flat 10km past Stirling Bridge or a family-friendly 1 mile fun run. Both events start and finish at Stirling Cricket Club on 10 October 2026.

Take on the Bennachie Ultra Marathon, a scenic yet demanding 50k across Bennachie peaks with over 5000 ft of climb on trails and moorland. Limited pre entry places make this October classic a must for experienced trail runners.

Experience a point to point 10k trail run through Elchies woods and the Mannoch Road. This scenic route concludes at the Cardhu Distillery where participants over 18 can enjoy a complimentary dram.

The Dramathon is a unique running event through the Speyside whisky region on 17th October 2026. Choose from marathon, half marathon, 10K, or relay distances along a route passing famous distilleries. Finishers earn whisky samples as a rewa..