Trail Running calendar near Ben Lomond 2026-2027

Course Format The Tentsmuir Forest 8-hour Challenge is a timed event where participants try to complete as many laps as possible within an 8-hour limit. Each lap is 4.366 miles long. The cut-off time for starting a final lap is 7 hours, 59..

A hill race from Alva Glen through the Ochils covering 14.6 km with 966 m of climb, visiting summit checkpoints including Ben Cleuch and The Nebit. Registration is at Alva Scout Hall and basic facilities and prize categories are provided.

Join the Halloween themed Auchterarder 10K Chilli Trail on 31 October for a fun, chilli pepper shaped route into the Ochil Hills with forest trails, stream crossings and sweeping views. All finishers get a snood and a bespoke medal.

Experience a scenic trail half marathon through the historic Dalmeny Estate and Cammo Nature Reserve. This autumnal run features wooded trails and coastal paths while supporting the South Queensferry RNLI.

A trail running festival at Tentsmuir Forest on 01 Nov 2026 hosted by Scurry Events. It offers half marathon, 10km, 5km and 1.2km runs on marked, marshalled off road routes and supports local community groups.

A multi-terrain 10 km race on 1st November 2026 following the West Highland Way near Loch Tulla, chip timed with a 125-runner limit, a minimum age of 17, and a £20/£23 entry fee plus booking charges.

A six hour night time ultra on the John Muir Way at Balgone Estate where runners complete repeated 5 km off road loops solo or in teams of up to three, with a tented base, music and lighting on the course.

A multi-terrain ultra around the Tweed Valley based at Glentress Peel Visitor Centre in mid-November. Two route options, 65 km and 50 km, follow forest trails, riverside paths and open moorland with marked routes and aid stations.

Part of the South By Five series, this is a free 5km run in Glasgow's Linn Park. It's one of six park events over 12 weeks, with the goal of completing five to finish the series. Entry supports local community and charity projects.

Trail runs at Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill on 22 Nov 2026 offering 10 km, 5 km and a 1.2 km festive fun run with elf hats for children and charity proceeds for Friends of the Hermitage and Braid and Morningside Primary School.

Run a free 5 km in Glasgow's Rouken Glen park as part of the South By Five series. Your participation supports the Acorn Trails Community Fund and a local animal charity. Join for a community focused run and an optional park clean up.

Experience a festive trail run through the stunning private grounds of Scotland’s historic Glamis Castle. With 1 mile, 5 mile, and 10 mile distances, there is an event for everyone including canicross runners and families.

South By Five is a free 5 km park run series in Glasgow. The Pollok Park event is one of six races held over 12 weeks. Participants can run single events or aim to complete the series.

A trail running festival on 3 January 2027 through Glenmore Forest finishing at Loch Morlich beach, offering 5.6 km and 11.2 km races with chip timing, finisher medals, home baking and prizes; dogs are allowed on leads.

This is a single 5km event in Bellahouston Park, part of the wider South By Five series visiting six Glasgow parks. Entry is free but includes a mandatory donation to a community fund. Runners can join just this race or aim to complete the..

Trail running festival at Vogrie Country Park on 17 January 2027. Marked, marshaled mixed terrain routes from 1.6 km to a half marathon with on-site refreshments and a medal for half marathon finishers.

The South By Five series brings a free 5km run to Queens Park in Glasgow. This is a single event in a 12-week series visiting six parks. Entry requires a community donation, with support for a local animal charity.

The Trailspire Ultra will take place in Falkirk on Saturday 6 February 2027.

Trail runs through Culzean Castle and Country Park on 7 March 2027 offer 5km, 10km and half marathon options across the 642 acre estate. Chip timing, finishers' medals and on site parking are provided; one controlled dog per runner is allow..

Ultra Scotland on 5 June 2027 offers supported 50 mile and 100 mile ultramarathons in Scotland as part of the Ultra Great Britain Race Series, with live online GPS tracking via GB Race Tracker.