Trail Running calendar near Benmore 2025-2026

Run a scenic 15.5 mile loop around Loch Lyon in Perthshire, fully off road with steep climbs, rolling trails and several river crossings that will likely leave feet wet. Finish at Glen Lyon Dam and camp on site for a wild weekend escape.

Run the West Highland Way with guides over three days, tackling about 96 miles of dramatic Highland trail with shared rooms and luggage transfers included. This team focused challenge is currently sold out.

The West Highland Way Race will take place in Milngavie on Saturday 20 June 2026. You can run 98 miles.

Take on the Great Glen Ultra, a tough 72 miles from Fort William to Inverness along the spectacular Great Glen Way with 8500 ft of ascent and 4 UTMB points. Expect mixed terrain, marshaled checkpoints and a true self reliant ultra.

Tackle a scenic 42 mile Great Glen Way from Fort Augustus to Inverness with sweeping Loch Ness views and about 6,000 ft of ascent. Solo unsupported ultra with three drop bag checkpoints and a finishing lap on the athletics track.

Take on the British Championship Hill Race at the Alva Games in Scotland. A short 2.5 km course climbs 365 m through steep slopes, gorse and muddy gullies, with junior and senior categories for a proper hill running test.

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..

The GBultras | Ultra Great Britain will take place in Stranraer on Saturday 8 August 2026.

Explore the Ochil Hills from Airthrey Castle in Maverick Race's trail event with routes from 5 km to 49 km across forest, fell and open trails offering big views and sharp climbs. The plastic free event uses self serve outposts so bring a r..

Run the Highland Fling Ultramarathon: a scenic point to point 53 mile (85 km) trail from Milngavie to Tyndrum through Loch Lomond and the Trossachs. Live chip timing, luggage transfer and a festive finish await.

Celebrate the 20th anniversary of the River Ayr Way Challenge, a stunning 40 mile ultra along Scotland's River Ayr on 12 September 2026. Expect rolling countryside, a coastal finish, and a friendly field of runners from across the UK.

Salomon Skyline Scotland brings mountain and trail racing to Nevis Range near Fort William with distances from 10 km to 100 km. Expect live commentary, tracking, an expo, local food stalls and a lively prize giving and evening party.

Salomon Skyline Scotland brings mountain and trail racing to Nevis Range near Fort William with distances from 10 km to 100 km. Expect live commentary, tracking, an expo, local food stalls and a lively prize giving and evening party.

Explore Dalkeith Country Park on 27 September 2026 for the Wild Deer Scottish Festival Trail Runs, offering distances from a family mile to a 32.5 mile ultra and welcoming Canicross. Finishers get a medal, event merch and live chip timing.

The Glasgow to Edinburgh Ultra is a 57 mile point to point run linking the cities via canals and towpaths. Take in the Falkirk Wheel and Union Canal while testing endurance with live tracking and chip timing.

Join the William Wallace Running Festival on 10 Oct 2026 in Stirling for scenic routes past the Wallace Monument and other historic sights. Choices span a 1 mile fun run to 70 km with solo or relay teams and a lively finish at Stirling.

Spice up your autumn at the Auchterarder 10K Chilli Trail on 31 October 2026, a scenic run into the Ochil Hills with forest trails, stream crossings and climbs. Walk, jog or race the chilli pepper shaped route and claim a bespoke medal.

Scurry to the Sea 2026 is a 12 mile trail run linking the Pentland hills to a sandy beach finish at Musselburgh. Expect a mix of trails, urban navigation and cross country terrain as you descend from Allermuir toward the coast.

Take on MTC GRIMALKIN, a single day 34.5 mile ultra from Perth to Pitlochry with rolling Scottish terrain and a bespoke finisher medal. Limited field with live tracking makes this a compact, supported challenge with trophies for winners.

Tackle the MTC Nuckelavee single day 40.1 mile ultra from Edinburgh Airport to Perth on 29 May 2028. With a small field and bespoke medal for finishers, this scenic challenge is perfect for seasoned trail runners seeking a big day out.