Trail Running calendar near Blackford Hill 2026-2027

A 30 km hill race from Traquair House to Broughton Ales across the Scottish Borders with roughly 1500 m of ascent. The route uses hill tracks and open heather, has eight marshalled checkpoints and requires mandatory emergency kit.

Trail running festival at Dalkeith Country Park near Edinburgh offering distances from a family mile to an ultra marathon. Courses use woodland trails, firm paths and grassy sections, and one well controlled dog per runner is allowed.

Three trail races take place on the grounds of Floors Castle in 2026, with options of 10 km, 5 km and a Junior 3 km. Courses use hard packed gravel trails and finish on the castle lawn with estate access and event facilities.

Mud Madness at Chatelherault Country Park mixes obstacles, water hazards and muddy fun with a 1 km children’s run and a 5 km family run; entries and family tickets are available through the organiser.

A 57 miles point to point ultramarathon from Glasgow to Edinburgh along canals and towpaths with live GPS tracking, mandatory kit and qualifying entry criteria. The event uses enforced checkpoint and overall cut off time.

Run through Scottish history at the William Wallace Running Festival. Choose between a fast, flat 10km past Stirling Bridge or a family-friendly 1 mile fun run. Both events start and finish at Stirling Cricket Club on 10 October 2026.

A trail running festival in Aberfoyle on 10 October 2026 that marks its third edition, featuring the returning half marathon and a 63 km ultra across multiple race options.

Hadrian's Wall Half Marathon is a trail half marathon from Housesteads Roman Fort to Tyne Green Country Park, following Hadrian's Wall and riverside paths. The 2026 event includes a walkers day and a runners day and supports a local charity..

An annual charity trail 10 km at Eglinton Park in Ayrshire on 11 October 2026, supporting Release Ayrshire for World Mental Health Day. The course is fully marked with marshals, and finishers receive bling and donated home baking.

An eight hour loop challenge at Tentsmuir Forest of 4.366 mile laps tracked by wrist timing tags; laps count toward half, full or ultra distances and Basecamp offers kit storage and race support.

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.

Experience a 38 mile ultramarathon or team relay through the scenic landscape of Jedburgh. Enjoy a fully marked course with electronic timing, professional support stations, and a welcoming post race meal for all finishers.

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.

Trail Outlaws stages Dark Skies Run @ Wooler in Northumberland with fully marked trails, stocked check points and options for a Trail 10k or a Half Marathon. Entry fees shown range from £25 to £36.

A scenic half marathon on woodland, coastal and farm trails around Dalmeny Estate and Cammo Nature Reserve near South Queensferry. Includes water stations, a finisher medal, prizes and fundraising for South Queensferry RNLI.

Trail running festival at Tentsmuir Forest on 01 Nov 2026 with half marathon, 10 km, 5 km and 1.2 km options. Off-road, marked and marshalled, organised by Scurry Events with community support to Tayport Community Trust and Larick Centre.

A multi terrain 10 km race on 1 November 2026 with a reversed route featuring road and trail sections, views over Loch Tulla and a finishing descent across the Bridge of Orchy. Entries are limited and the event uses chip timing.

A three hour team endurance event at Charlton Hall Estate, Alnwick on 7 November 2026. Teams of five with at least two female members rotate between BikeErg and running while the event includes live DJs, food, drink and a festival atmospher..

A night time six hour ultra on a marked off-road 5 km loop at Balgone Barns, North Berwick, with solo and teams of up to three relay options. Music, lights and a tented lap base provide kit and support.

Short Course Cross Country Championships at Kirkcaldy High School on 7 November 2026. ProTay provides race pack fulfilment and timing while working with scottishathletics.