Trail Running calendar near Charlestown of Aberlour 2026-2027

Night hill running around Glenshee ski station on compact piste snow, with 6.5 km and 11.5 km circuit options. Participants must carry winter mountain kit and meet fitness and experience requirements.

Take on the scenic 33 miles along the old Deeside Railway from Duthie Park to Banchory and back in the Deeside Way Ultra on 14 March 2026. Limited to 200 runners, this Scottish trail challenge offers river views, support stations, and a fri..

The Craig Dunain Hill Race features a new 7 km route with 400 m of climb for 2026, also hosting the North District Championships. A marked junior race is available, and all runners must carry full safety kit. The event is based from Great G..

This multi-terrain 10K explores Forvie National Nature Reserve, mixing pavement, trail, dunes, and beach. All finishers get a medal and pack, with prizes across multiple age categories. The event starts near Gallows Hill Community Pavilion.

A hill running event in Birnam, Dunkeld on 28 March 2026 with a senior 6.6 km course (360 m climb) and junior races of about 1.5 km and 3 km. The race uses ProTay timing and is part of the Highland Boundary Series.

Deuchary Hill Canter on 29 March 2026 is an 18 km hill race at Polney Loch, Dunkeld, with 800 m of ascent. Entry fee is £15, minimum age 20, and competitors must carry safety kit; it is part of the Highland Boundary Series.

Event Overview The James & George Collie 15 Mile Trail Race is a trail running event held on the Balmoral Estate. The race takes place in April. Route Description The point-to-point course starts with a view of Balmoral Castle. Runners..

The BrewDog Fife Run is a 19.5-mile fun run along the scenic Fife Coastal Path from Dundee to St Andrews. It finishes on the famous 18th hole of the Old Course and includes transport, a medal, and a t-shirt. The event is not a race and welc..

Tackle the Clachnaben Hill Race on 11th April 2026, a 13.6 km route with 690m of ascent starting near Strachan. Runners must be self-sufficient, carrying mandatory navigation and safety kit for the exposed, potentially misty course. Enjoy p..

The Ben Chonzie Hill Race in April 2026 is a Scottish Hill Runners championship event with a new 22.9 km route over Ben Chonzie and Loch Turret. It features a free junior race and post-race refreshments.

Trail runs at Scone Palace include a 5km route and a 10km route that includes a lap of Perth Racecourse. The event is canicross friendly, uses live chip timing, and provides a medal and post-race refreshment for finishers.

Explore Scotland's Moray coast on a spectacular trail ultra. Choose between a 50-mile or 50K route featuring beaches, cliffs, and villages, finishing at the iconic Cullen Viaduct. The event includes race buses, aid stations, and live tracki..

Ultra X Scotland is a two-day trail running adventure in the Scottish Highlands, with six distances from 12km to 110km. The event features fully supported aid stations, relaxed cut-offs, and is part of the UTMB World Series. Runners under 2..

Experience Scotland's scenic Moray coast in these coastal trail ultramarathons. Choose between a 50-mile or 50km route, starting in Findhorn or Lossiemouth and finishing at Cullen Viaduct. The event features coastal trails, forests, and fis..

A rugged 55 mile circular trail across Perthshire with 2,250 metres of ascent and UTMB qualifying points. Self sufficient race starts and finishes at Gulabin Lodge, ending with a dramatic climb to An Lairig Pass and stunning views.

A four‑evening series of 5k trail races on forest tracks at the base of Bennachie from May to August 2026, scored on the best three of four results with prizes for the top three finishers.

Join Kirkhill 8 on 23 May 2026 for a scenic 4.3 mile trail loop in Kirkhill Forest that you can repeat over an eight hour window to chase distances from marathon to 50 miles. Limited to 100 places, this friendly, inclusive event fills fast.

Join the community run in Tomatin for a scenic 5k or 10k on rural trails, supporting MND Scotland. Every finisher gets a medal, with trophies for the fastest runners. Enjoy post run refreshments at the start and finish venue, The Strathdear..

A trail running festival set in the grounds of Blair Castle, at the edge of the Cairngorms. Choose from a range of distances from a kids' run to a 60 km ultra. The weekend also features an outdoor cinema, live music, and wellness workshops.

The BrewDog Summer Run is a fun run from Aberdeen to Ellon, with two distance options. Runners enjoy stocked refreshment stations and bag transport, finishing with a medal and goody bag. The event is not a race, emphasizing a steady pace an..