Trail Running calendar near Castle Douglas 2025-2026

Run under the stars at Whinlatter Forest on 28 Feb 2026 with Lakeland Paws Whinlatter Tails Night Run offering 5 km and 10 km routes. Bring up to two dogs or go solo, pack a head torch and enjoy a chip timed, marked forest course.

The Carraghan will take place in Braddan on Saturday 28 February 2026.

Run the Inov8 High Cup Nick Fell Race in Dufton on 28 Feb 2026, a scenic 15 km out and back to High Cup Nick along the Pennine Way. Entry supports the village hall and includes registration at the hall plus homemade soup and roll.

Run through the stunning grounds of Culzean Castle and Country Park with 5 km, 10 km or half marathon options. Enjoy coastal views, woodland trails and a canicross friendly vibe, plus medals, merch and finish line snacks.

Join the Kendal Winter League, a friendly series of flagged fell and cross country races around Kendal open to all. Entry is online and basic safety kit is required, a brilliant way to enjoy winter trails and community.

Run under star filled skies with Trail Outlaws Dark Skies Run Series at UK dark sky venues like Kielder. Night trail races from 10K to 26.6 miles offer a friendly, highly rated atmosphere for adventurous runners.

Take on the iconic Black Combe fell race in the Lake District: a tough 13 km course with about 1000 m climb and stunning views. Pre entry only, over 18s welcome, and every entry includes a pie.

Take on the CBTE Morland Marathon, a scenic trail ultra of about 29 miles with 3,000 ft of climb through the Eden Valley and edge of the Yorkshire Dales. Fully tracked event with checkpoints, medal and t shirt at the finish.

Take on the Carrock Fell Race in the Lake District on 8 March 2026, 9 km with 500 m climb over rugged terrain. Unmarked route demands map and compass skills and entry is on the day for a spur of the moment fell challenge.

Enjoy stunning Lakeland scenery while tackling the classic Causey Pike fell race, 4.5 miles with 543 m of climb over rough terrain. Pre entry via SiEntries is required, full FRA kit is mandatory and minimum age is 16.

Run scenic trails around Leighton Hall on 14 March 2026, choose between 10k and half marathon courses and enjoy views across Morecambe Bay. Entries open soon with 250 earlybird places and a 10% club discount.

Test yourself on Sun 15 Mar 2026 in the Lake District with a 15 km fell race from Muncaster Castle featuring 620 m of climb over rough, sometimes navigational terrain. Entry is cash only on the day, £5, teams welcome.

The Mount Karrin will take place in Sulby on Sunday 15 March 2026. You can run 9 miles.

Jarrett's Jaunt is a Lake District fell race from Wath Brow Bridge, with rugged trails, steep climbs and great views. About 9 km with 440 m ascent, the handicap format gives a fun competitive test and pre entry is required.

Experience a scenic 20 kilometre single lap around the shores of Buttermere and Crummock Water on 22 March 2026. Undulating, varied trails and limited places make this lakeside challenge a must for trail lovers.

Take on the Northern Traverse 2026, a self supported 300 km ultra following Wainwrights Coast to Coast from St Bees to Robin Hoods Bay. Cross three national parks and tackle 6500 m of ascent across mountains, valleys and moors.

Tackle a 100 km ultramarathon across the Lake District from St Bees to Shap on 28 to 29 March 2026. Follow Wainwrights Coast to Coast route through dramatic valleys and ridgelines for an epic long distance adventure.

Enjoy a weekend of wild Lakeland running at Grasmere with 5km and 10km trail routes that skirt Grasmere and Rydal waters and pass Rydal Caves, with duathlons on Sunday. Canicross friendly with medals, goodies and village finish vibes.

Join the NAV4 Daffodil Run & Walk around Pooley Bridge for a scenic out and back to Hallin Fell with mixed trails, open slopes and marshal support. Choose 13, 10 or 6 mile options, then enjoy drinks and tray bakes at the hall.

Take on the Coledale Horseshoe in the Lake District on Sat 28 Mar 2026, a challenging 13.7 km fell race with 1067 m of climbing and stunning mountain views. Pre entry only and limited to 400 runners so book early.