Trail Running calendar near Boat of Garten 2025-2026

Join the Tufty Trail Race around scenic Falkland Estate, a compact 5 mile trail with climbs toward the Lomonds and a leafy loop through Drumdreel woods. Expect a lively downhill finish and a keepsake memento for all finishers.

Run around Glamis Castle on 7 December 2025 on scenic woodland and parkland trails, with a 1 mile family run plus 5 mile and 10 mile races. Dogs are welcome in the 5 and 10 mile events and all finishers receive a bespoke medal and festive t..

Join the Nuts Christmas Trail Race on 7 December 2025 in Balbirnie Park for a lively 4 to 5 mile woodland run with mud, water crossings and gentle climbs. Limited to 140 entrants, every finisher earns a bespoke race memento and top runners..

Join the Aviemore Santa Run for a festive 5 km woodland trail or a family mile at scenic Glenmore Lodge with a new route. Dog and pushchair friendly, it includes Santa suits, live music, mulled wine and supports local charities.

Start the year on a high with the Aonach Mor Uphill at Nevis Range, a thrilling 4 km challenge rising 610 m to Tower 13. Organised by Lochaber AC with limited entries, this steep New Year climb rewards effort with stunning views and a festi..

The Loch Morlich Running Festival, organized by Fitnessat58°, takes place in the scenic Glenmore Forest, finishing at the picturesque Loch Morlich beach. Scheduled for January 3, 2026, this event offers two trail distances: 5.6KM and 11.2KM..

Tackle the El Brim Ick Hill Race near Aberdeen on 3 January 2026, a scenic 4.25 mile hill challenge with rough terrain and about 856 ft of ascent. Places are limited to 99 and there are no entries on the day, so book ahead.

Take on the Falkland Yomp, an 11 km trail around Falkland Estate with two steady climbs and a sharp finish, winding through forest, roots and gravel. Entries help fund trail upkeep and the race often sells out with a waiting list open.

Take on the Frostbite Trail Race at scenic Lochore Meadows: two laps of 4 to 4.5 miles over trails and woods where mud adds fun, so trail shoes are recommended. Finishers receive a memento and places are limited.

Tackle Dess Woods, an 8.2 km scenic trail run on 22 January 2026 that mixes steep climbs, grassy fields, single track woodland loops and a fast final descent. Join fellow runners at Deeside Activity Park for a friendly day with an on site c..

Run from sunset into the winter night on compact piste at Glenshee with 6.5 km and 11.5 km course options across a scenic mountain circuit. Night lighting and mini crampons are required for this atmospheric, adventurous race.

Enjoy the scenic 33 mile Deeside Way Ultra from Duthie Park in Aberdeen, following the old railway out to Banchory and back. Waymarked route with water stations and cupless refills for a scenic spring ultramarathon.

Take on sand, dunes, trail and pavement at the Newburgh Beach Bash 10K on 21 March 2026. Run a scenic coastal route through Forvie National Nature Reserve and enjoy medals and prizes for finishers.

Run the legendary Devil o' the Highlands, a 42 mile point to point ultramarathon along the West Highland Way from Tyndrum to Fort William. Expect rugged trails, dramatic Highland scenery and a tough climb with a 12 hour cutoff.

Enjoy a scenic trail run through the grounds of Scone Palace on Sunday 26 April 2026 with 5km and 10km options, the latter including a lap of Perth Racecourse. Canicross friendly, all finishers receive a medal, Wild Deer merch and refreshme..

Run the Hidden Glen 10K from Monachyle Mhor along the shores of Loch Doine and into Monachyle Glen, featuring a scenic tarmac to trail route. Take on the 10K or join the 1K fun run on this award winning course voted Best 10K in Scotland and..

Ultra X Scotland is a multi day ultramarathon in the wild Scottish Highlands near Inverness on 2 to 3 May 2026. Choose from distances to 110 km in single day or two day formats and enjoy fully marked trails, camping and on course support.

Run the dramatic Moray coast from Forres to Cullen past beaches, cliffs, forests and icons like Bow Fiddle Rock and dinosaur footprints. Tackle the 47 mile ultramarathon or choose scenic 23 mile or 20 mile trail routes.

Run the 55 mile Cateran Trail Ultramarathon on 9 May 2026, a rugged 90 km loop from Gulabin Lodge in Glenshee. Mostly off road over forest trails and open hills, this UTMB Index qualifier is a true self sufficient mountain test.

Run across the wild Scottish Highlands in the Cape Wrath Ultra, a multi day 400 km stage race from Fort William to the Cape Wrath lighthouse. Options include a flexible Explorer format and a shorter 100 mile three day challenge.