Trail Running calendar near Cockburnspath 2025-2026

Take on the Hadrian's Wall Half Marathon on 11 October 2026, 13.5 miles of scenic trail from Housesteads Roman Fort to Tyne Green in Hexham. Soak up Roman ruins, woodland and riverside running on this unforgettable point to point route.

Tackle the trails around four reservoirs at the Four Reservoirs Ultra Trail Run in Shotley Bridge on 18 October 2026. Choose 25 km or 53 km routes with scenic paths, support stations and a finishers medal plus a long sleeved event top.

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.

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.

Run the stunning Northumberland coast at Druridge Bay with options of 10 km or half marathon over paths, trails and beach. Canicross friendly with on course support, live timing and a finisher medal to celebrate your achievement.

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.

Take on autumn trails at Slaley Hall in the North Pennines AONB on 15 November 2026 with a Half Marathon or 10km option. Chip timing, a finisher medal, a hot drink and bacon sandwich await, and one well controlled dog on lead is welcome.

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.

Tackle the MTC Nuckelavee single day 40.1 mile ultra from Edinburgh Airport to Perth on 29 May 2028. With a small field and bespoke medal for finishers, this scenic challenge is perfect for seasoned trail runners seeking a big day out.

Take on MTC ALBION 2029, a 13 day, 503 mile end to end ultra from Gretna Green to Land's End, testing endurance across England. Limited to 20 entries, this supported challenge offers daily stages, tracking and a bespoke finishers trophy.

The MTC Boggart is an inaugural 38 mile single day ultra from Gretna Green to Penrith, blending classic countryside running with a friendly field. Limited entries, bespoke finisher medals and trophies for overall winners.