Trail Running calendar near Castle Douglas 2026-2027

A midweek AM category fell race in the Howgills covering 13 km with 914 m ascent, run under FRA rules. Seniors must be 18 or over and carry mandatory kit; proceeds support local community groups and mountain rescue.

A short fell race from the Langstrath Country Inn near Keswick covering 7.5 km with about 430 m of ascent. The route includes rough paths, a flagged compulsory section through an SSSI, marshals on the course, and on the day entry with a fee..

A 95 mile ultramarathon along the West Highland Way from Milngavie to Fort William with about 14,000 feet of ascent. Entry is limited to 300 runners and organisers have published checkpoint changes for 2026.

Trail event in Kirkby Lonsdale on 20 June 2026 offering 5 km, 10 km and 20 km routes on footpaths and bridleways with route files, refreshments and on course marshals.

A 65 km self-navigation trail ultra around the skyline near Kirkby Lonsdale with about 2000 m ascent, two checkpoints and mostly off-road terrain. Entrants receive a GPX file, feed stations and a finishers beer and pizza.

A 7.2 km hill race with 510 m of ascent across the three Eildon Hills, starting and finishing at Gibson Park, Melrose on 20 June 2026. Online entry only with early bird and standard prices and cash prizes for age category winners.

Gowbarrow Round is a 7.6 km fell race in the Lake District on Sat 20 Jun 2026. Entry is on the day only with a £5 fee and a minimum age of 16. The event is based at The Royal Hotel, Dockray, and carries FRA permit insurance.

An 11 km loop around Baystones and Wansfell starting at YHA Windermere, featuring about 500 metres of ascent. Post race coffee, tea and cake are served and all profits support YHA Breaks.

The Fellrunner at Windy Gyle is a rugged 13.7 km test with 549 m of climb across scenic Northumberland hills on Sun 21 Jun 2026. Entry on the day is welcome with modest fees for members and non members.

An 8.8 km fell race near Haweswater in the Lake District with 244 m of climb, open to runners aged 16 and over. Entry is on the day for £5 and the race is part of the Bampton Village Sports Day and Fete.

A muddy 5k obstacle course in The Meadows, Edinburgh on 21 June 2026 where participants climb, crawl and slide across a single grass lap. The course may be uneven and waterlogged and a minimum fundraising target of £50 applies.

Take on the Reston Scar Scamper at Staveley Mill Yard on Wed 24 Jun 2026, a lively 6 km fell race with 301 m of climb across fully marked Lake District trails. On the day entry is £5 and all proceeds support Staveley community projects.

A three day outdoor festival at Drumlanrig Castle in Dumfries and Galloway from 26 to 28 June 2026 featuring enduro, gravel and trail events alongside wellness sessions and live entertainment. Results will be posted on race day.

An evening trail running festival at Calderglen Country Park on 26 June 2026, with races from a toddler dash to a 10k, chip timing, marshalled courses and an after-race buffet. A donation is made from each 5k and 10k entry.

A new 3.45 miles / 6.00 km fell race on 27 June 2026 around Kirkby-in-Furness, climbing 750 feet. The event counts for the BOFRA Championship and includes junior and senior age categories.

A return fell race from Alston playing field to Park Fell and back, covering 6.2 km with 211 m of ascent. It marks the Alston Gala 50th Anniversary and donates entry fees to the local mountain rescue team.

The Cringle Hill Fell Race will take place in Isle of Man on Saturday 27 June 2026.

Two trail races at Honister Slate Mine on 27 June 2026 combine fell climbs with a 700 m underground tunnel section. Routes are flagged and marshaled, helmets and headtorches are required, and the event is open to those aged 16 and over.

MacTuffX Ayr on 27 June 2026 is a functional fitness race at Riverside Arena featuring ten Xercises and repeated runs over two distance options. Entries are available for solo, doubles, and five person relays with a LITE weight division.

A category 'AM' fell race near Mungrisdale covering 13K with 825m of ascent, serving as a counter in the 2026 English Fell Running Championships. The classic route is enforced and competitors need solid navigation and mountain-craft skills.