Trail Running calendar near Beith 2026-2027

A 95 mile ultramarathon along the West Highland Way from Milngavie to Fort William with about 14,000 feet of ascent. Entry is limited to 300 runners and organisers have published checkpoint changes for 2026.

A 7.2 km hill race with 510 m of ascent across the three Eildon Hills, starting and finishing at Gibson Park, Melrose on 20 June 2026. Online entry only with early bird and standard prices and cash prizes for age category winners.

A short but steep 5.4 km hill race to the summit of The Law with about 630 m of ascent, start and finish on Upper Mill Street in Tillicoultry; entries limited to 250 and mandatory hill shoes and a waterproof cover are required.

A muddy 5k obstacle course through The Meadows in Edinburgh on 21 June 2026. The event has staggered wave starts, a minimum fundraising target of £50 and on site facilities such as toilets and refreshments.

A three day outdoor festival at Drumlanrig Castle in Dumfries and Galloway from 26 to 28 June 2026 featuring enduro, gravel and trail events alongside wellness sessions and live entertainment. Results will be posted on race day.

An evening trail running festival at Calderglen Country Park on 26 June 2026, with races from a toddler dash to a 10k, chip timing, marshalled courses and an after-race buffet. A donation is made from each 5k and 10k entry.

A 5 km multi-terrain event in Carnlough featuring quarry trails, climbs, a short out-and-back on Largy Road and coastal views; open to runners aged 16 and over with set entry fees and no refunds.

MacTuffX Ayr on 27 June 2026 is a functional fitness race at Riverside Arena featuring ten Xercises and repeated runs over two distance options. Entries are available for solo, doubles, and five person relays with a LITE weight division.

A 25 km, 2400 m ascent hill race around four Arrochar munros on 27 June 2026, requiring pre-entry and proven mountain race experience. The unmarked route demands navigation skills; compulsory mountain kit is checked at registration.

A summer evening 5 km series across three Edinburgh parks with chip timing, marked courses, finisher medals and category prizes. Enter single races for £12 each or all three for £30.

A summer evening 5 km series across three Edinburgh parks with chip timing, marked courses, finisher medals and category prizes. Enter single races for £12 each or all three for £30.

A 72 mile ultramarathon along the waymarked Great Glen Way from Corpach to Inverness with about 8,500 ft of ascent; solo unsupported race with marshaled checkpoints, mandatory kit and 4 UTMB points.

A 15 km hill race around Dollar Glen and the Ochil Hills with multiple checkpoints and steep, mixed terrain. Entry has a small fee and mandatory navigation and waterproof kit.

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.

Alva Games is the British Championship hill race at Alva near Stirling on 11 July 2026. The course is about 2.5 km with 365 meters of climb and it counts as a BOFRA Championship counter.

A chip-timed 5k, 10k and half marathon at Holyrood Park in Edinburgh with a measured course, hydration stations, marshals and a finisher's medal. Age guidance applies and dogs are not permitted.

A multi-terrain 15 km festival in Moffat held under UK Athletics rules with open and local prizes, veteran categories, junior races and a tots dash; route features a long climb, stony track section and a 4.6 mile descent back to town.

Experience a 7.2 km hill race up Cairn Table in East Ayrshire. This chip timed event features rough terrain and unmarked routes for runners seeking a self reliant hill running experience.

Run the Blades stages trail races across Whitelee Wind Farm over a weekend with 10K, half marathon, a 50K ultra and a junior mile. Routes use marked access roads with checkpoints, on site parking and an Event Village at Turbine 53.

A backyard ultra at Murthly Castle Estate where runners repeat 4.167 mile loops with a one hour time limit until one runner remains. Medals are awarded to all nonwinners as DNFs and a 100 mile medal is given to those still running after 24..