Trail Running calendar near Banff 2025-2026

Event overview The Dramathon takes place on 17-18 October 2025, with the main races organised for 18 October. All race distances were sold out as of 11 January; waiting lists are open for some events. The finish line for all races is at Gle..

Event overview The Millstone Hill Race takes place on 19 October 2025 and starts and finishes at the Bennachie Visitor Centre car park. The course is an approximate 10 km hill route with 360 m of elevation on mixed terrain. The route will h..

Take on the classic Meall a'Bhuachaille hill race near Aviemore, a challenging 13 km route with 720 m of climb across open ridge and forest tracks. Expect rugged terrain, stunning summit views and mandatory mountain kit on this scenic Cairn..

Challenge yourself on the Knockfarrel Hill Race, an 8 km hill course with about 300 m of climb through steep, muddy woodland. Register at Strathpeffer Community Centre, walk to Blackmuir Woods start and enjoy finish refreshments and prizes.

Take on 50 km along the scenic Dava Way from Grantown on Spey to Forres, running traffic free trails through Anagach Woods, moorland and old railway, climbing to the Dava Summit. Perfect for experienced ultra runners.

Glamis Castle Festive Trail Runs invite runners to a festive, family-friendly experience on the private grounds of Glamis Castle in Angus, Scotland. Distances include a Festive Family 1 mile (adult guardian runs for free) and 5- and 10-mile..

The Loch Morlich Running Festival, organized by Fitnessat58°, takes place in the scenic Glenmore Forest, finishing at the picturesque Loch Morlich beach. Scheduled for January 3, 2026, this event offers two trail distances: 5.6KM and 11.2KM..

Challenge the snowy highlands at Snow Running Glenshee on Saturday 28 February 2026 near Ballater. A scenic hill race with crisp air and big views, entries open soon on ProTay.

Run Balmoral 15 mile trail on Balmoral Estate offers a scenic, challenging route from the castle along the River Dee and through Ballochbuie forest up toward Lochnagar. Expect changeable weather, a finisher medal and tree planted per entry.

Ultra X Scotland takes place in the Scottish Highlands around Inverness, featuring the Great Glen and Loch Ness. The event offers multiple distances: 110km single-stage, 110km over two stages, plus 60km, 50km, 25km, and 12km options. Runner..

Test your endurance on the scenic Formartine and Buchan Railway trail in the 12 hour and 6 hour ultra starting at Maud. Run as far as you can along the traffic free rail line for medals and goodie bags with support crews welcome.

Tackle the Cateran Trail Ultramarathon, a scenic 55 mile 90 km loop with 7,450 ft ascent around Spittal of Glenshee on mostly off road trails. Limited to 150 runners on May 9 2026, this self sufficient test has a 15 hour cut off.

Explore the dramatic Moray coastline on 47 miles or 23 miles of trail that pass sandy beaches, cliffs and iconic spots like Bow Fiddle Rock before finishing at Cullen Viaduct. Scenic, well supported and perfect for adventurous runners.

Test your endurance on scenic waymarked trails at Knockburn Sports Loch with 24 hour, 12 hour and 6 hour lapped options. Solo and team categories, lakeside views and forest terrain make this a rewarding challenge for experienced runners.

Moray Way Relay Race The Moray Way Relay is a team relay covering about 100 miles around the Moray Way route. The course starts and finishes in Forres and follows the Moray Coastal Trail to Spey Bay, the Speyside Way to Grantown-on-Spey, th..

The Moray Way 100 is a 100 mile trail race from Forres that weaves coastal paths, forest tracks and occasional beach running. With a 30 hour cutoff and only 100 places, it offers a rugged, scenic challenge for seasoned ultra runners.

By Way of The Glen is a multiday 170 miles foot race from Milngavie to Inverness along the West Highland Way and Great Glen Way, with about 24,000 ft of ascent. Limited to 20 experienced entrants, it is an epic Scottish ultra challenge.

Join The Highlander Backyard Ultra at Murthly Castle Estate, Perthshire from 18 to 20 July 2026 for an epic test of endurance. Repeat a 4.167 mile loop each hour until one runner remains, with camping and aid facilities on site.

Newtonmore Highland Games : event overview The Newtonmore Highland Games take place each year on the first Saturday in August in Newtonmore. The event is held at The Eilan, the village shinty pitch, and includes heavy events, track and fiel..

Choose a scenic 50 km or challenging 100 km ultra along Scotland's Speyside Way, finishing on the coast at Buckie. Enjoy runnable trails through whisky country with mountain and coastal views for a memorable race day.