Trail Running calendar near Benmore 2026-2027

A 400 km, eight-day ultra-running expedition across north-west Scotland from Knoydart to Cape Wrath, running ancient paths, lochs and mountain terrain. A three-day Cape Wrath 100 covers the final stages with the same tented camp format.

A community road and trail event in Houston, Renfrewshire, featuring 10 km and 5 km races with chip timing, kids runs in the park, medals and age category awards, plus on-site facilities and post-race refreshments.

A trail race in Balbirnie Park, Markinch on 17 May 2026, covering between 4 and 4.5 miles on paths and woodland trails. All finishers receive a medal and prizes are awarded across overall and age categories.

A Race for Life event at Hopetoun House offering a chip timed 10k plus 5k and 3k options on mostly gravel and forestry paths. There is a minimum fundraising target of £50 and designated parking on the estate.

A one-lap hill race in Perth on 21 May 2026 covering approx. 7 km with 243 m of climb. Registration is at Kinnoull Church Hall; competitors must be 16 or older and carry basic safety kit.

A social 10 km trail run from Milngavie Train Station along the Clyde Coastal path and parts of the West Highland Way led by a qualified, insured guide. Trail shoes are mandatory, dogs and under 18s are not permitted, and proceeds are donat..

A rugged fell race on the Isle of Jura covering 28 km with 2,370 m of ascent across seven summits; entry is limited to 250 places and official results and course records are published.

MacTuffX Glasgow on 24/05/2026 offers solo, doubles and relay formats over 10x400m or 10x800m segments, with distinct entry fees by category and an age restriction of 18 or older.

A guided social trail run of approximately 9 km through Mugdock Park and Craigallian Woods, aimed at runners who can run a road 10 km in under 60 minutes. Mud is likely and the group is led by a qualified, first aid trained guide.

Blair Castle Trail Weekender is a three day trail event in Blair Atholl from 29 to 31 May 2026. Official timing is provided and race day results will be published.

Peebles Pootle is an offroad walking event around Peebles offering two route options with significant ascent. Checkpoints follow walking opening times but runners may participate.

Run the iconic West Highland Way, a 96 mile point to point ultra from Fort William to Milngavie across stunning Highland terrain. Choose the Ben Nevis variant to add a summit and extra miles for a tougher challenge.

A 16 km unmarked hill race in the Lowther Hills with 1200 m of climb, limited to 200 runners. Competitors must carry mandatory kit, bring a refillable cup for water stations, and be prepared to navigate open, pathless terrain.

Three evening *5 km* races in Edinburgh at Inverleith Park, Leith Links and Fettes. Individual entry is £12 or £30 for all three; chip timing, photos, marked routes and age-category prizes are provided.

A 50 km out and back ultramarathon along the Ayrshire Coast starting and finishing at Irvine Beach, running across beaches, promenades and trails from sunset into sunrise. Aid stations at 12, 25 and 37 km; drop bag option at 25 km.

A 56 mile Southern Upland Way race from St John’s Town of Dalry to Moffat with live GPS tracking, mandatory kit requirements and checkpoint support. The event has 400 places, a 20 hour cut off and official UTMB ITRA points.

A 104-mile ultramarathon on the Southern Upland Way from St John’s Town of Dalry to Galashiels on 6 June 2026, with 4611m ascent, live GPS tracking, mandatory kit requirements and limited entries.

A 31 miles ultra around Loch Lyon and into Glen Lochay with about 3,500 ft of ascent. The mostly off road route includes several river crossings, multiple water checkpoints and mandatory kit requirements.

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The Killearn 10k Trail Race on 6 June 2026 is a Scottish Athletics affiliated community event in Killearn. The route mixes tarmac, forest paths, farm tracks and grassland with about 310 ft elevation; entries are sold out.