Trail Running calendar near Cardenden 2025-2026

Join this lively fell race at Bellingham Showfield as part of the country show, tackling 4 miles with 600 ft of climb across classic Northumberland terrain. No pre entry required; runners aged 16 and over can sign up on the day.

Join Maverick Kielder Forest Gravel on 5 September 2026 for scenic forest runs from 5 km to 52 km suitable for all abilities. Fast trails, steady climbs, weekend camping and refill stations for reusable bottles make it a weekend adventure.

Run the scenic River Ayr Way, a 44 mile source to sea trail through wildlife rich valleys and historic sites. Every September the River Ayr Way Challenge invites runners to tackle a 40 mile ultra for a memorable weekend adventure.

Tackle the Enchanted Ultra 50K, a scenic trail ultramarathon through the wild Cheviot Hills around Wooler on 19 September 2026. Expect rugged paths, sweeping views of ancient hillforts and ridgelines, stocked aid stations and a warm finish..

Pilgrims’ Ultra is a scenic ultramarathon on Saturday 26 September 2026, following St Oswalds Way from Holy Island toward Hadrian's Wall past castles, beaches and rolling hills. Choose 50k, 100k or 100 mile distances and finishers receive a..

Run through scenic woodlands and rugged trails at Dalkeith Country Park with distances from a family mile to a 32.5 mile ultra. Canicross friendly and chip timed, all finishers get a medal and merch for a festival day of trail fun.

Tackle the scenic Glasgow to Edinburgh Ultra, a 57 mile point to point run along canals and towpaths passing the Falkirk Wheel and Antonine Wall. Limited to 750 runners, this on October 10 2026 challenge blends history, scenery and enduranc..

Explore historic Stirling at the William Wallace Running Festival on 10 October 2026, with mixed terrain routes past Stirling Castle and the Wallace Monument. Distances suit all runners from a fun mile to 50 km and 70 km ultras with relay t..

Join the Auchterarder 10K Chilli Trail on 31 October for a Halloween themed run through the Ochil Hills with forest trails, stream crossings and plenty of costume fun. All finishers receive a snood and bespoke medal and there are prizes for..

Join Trail Outlaws for the Dark Skies Run at Wooler on Halloween night for 10 km or half marathon trail routes beneath Northumberland's starry skies. Marked trails, stocked checkpoints and a cozy hostel base make for a memorable night run.

Start and finish in Alva Glen and tackle a rugged 14.6 km course with 966 m of ascent through Ochils Woodland Park, summiting Ben Cleuch and The Nebit for sweeping views. Prizes for top finishers and veteran categories add competitive appea..

Join Scurry Around Tentsmuir, a trail running festival in scenic Tentsmuir Forest with routes for all abilities and a lively atmosphere. Marked off road trails, medals for key distances, and proceeds benefit local community causes.

Take on the John Muir Way Nocturnal Ultra: in six hours run as many 5 km off road laps as you can. Solo or teams of up to three, with a lively basecamp, course support and a headtorch required.

Wooler Trail Races in Northumberland National Park serve up scenic, challenging trail running with marathon, half marathon and a double option. Expect muddy steep climbs, clear course markings and friendly checkpoint support.

Join the Hermitage trail runs for scenic 10km and 5km routes over Blackford Hill plus a festive 1.2km fun run. Kids get elf hats and all enjoy snacks while proceeds support Friends of the Hermitage and Morningside Primary School.

Take on the Winter Cheviot Goat, a rugged 55 miles loop across the Cheviots with GPS tracking and a 24 hour limit. Finishers get a t shirt and medal while top runners contest the Edwin Nelson Cup and camping is on site.

Celebrate the season with festive trail runs through Glamis Castle's atmospheric woodland and parkland, with 1 mile family, 5 mile and 10 mile options. Enjoy on site parking, canicross friendly routes for 5 and 10 miles, and a bespoke event..

Take on the Simonside Cairns fell race in Rothbury, Northumberland, a rugged 11 mile route over moorland and cairns that rewards grit and scenery. Entry on the day from Jubilee Hall is £10 and teams of three are welcome.

First edition MTC GRIMALKIN is a 34 mile one day ultra from Travelodge Perth A9 to Atholl Guest House in Pitlochry, part of the Mount to Coast End to End series. Entries are limited and runners are tracked for safety.

Push your limits on the inaugural 31.3 mile MTC GLAISTIG ultra from Innerleithen to Edinburgh Airport as Day 2 of MTC SCOTIA. Limited to 40 starters, all finishers get a bespoke medal and champions receive trophies.