Trail Running calendar near Craighouse 2026-2027

A 15.5 mile off road loop around Loch Lyon in the Perthshire hills with about 1,500 ft of ascent, multiple river crossings and a mid race water station. Camping is available at the dam the night before.

A community trail run of approximately 10k at Palacerigg Country Park, raising funds for Freedom City Foundation. The undulating route uses single track and forest paths, includes a shuttle from Greenfaulds Station, and is open to participa..

A trail race of about 8.4 miles through the West Highland Way and Mugdock Country Park, chip timed and fully marshalled, with a 300 runner limit. Proceeds support the 20th Glasgow Scout Group and finishers receive a medal and refreshments.

Five mile trail on the Isle of Arran with about 600 feet of ascent, running from Whiting Bay past Glen Ashdale Falls and through Forestry roads and the Fairy Glen. Scottish Athletics licensed event, age limit 16 and over.

A three day ultra running challenge along the West Highland Way covering about 54 km, 42 km and 58 km on successive days. Small group format with overnight bag transfer and varied Highland scenery from Loch Lomond to Fort William.

A guided social trail run from Milngavie Train Station exploring about 8 km of local paths including the Clyde Coastal Path and parts of the West Highland Way. A qualified guide leads small groups with mandatory trail shoes and limited plac..

An evening two-lap race in Linn Park on Glasgow's south side, covering just under 8 km and featuring the park waterfall and historic Halfpenny Bridge. The event is manually timed, supports the Friends of Linn Park, and has limited entry.

A Category AL hill race on the Isle of Arran covering 20 km with 1670 m of ascent. The mostly unmarked route requires navigation skills, checkpoints and mandatory kit, and includes awards for overall, veteran and team categories.

A Pretty Muddy 5k obstacle course around Strathclyde Loch at Strathclyde Country Park with mud obstacles to climb, crawl and slide through. Organized by Cancer Research UK, waves run every 15 minutes and a £50 fundraising target applies.

A hill race at Ardgarten on 13 June 2026 covering 7 km with 700 m ascent; the route is flagged from the summit and runners must carry specific kit including waterproofs, map and whistle.

A guided 10 km social trail run from Milngavie Train Station exploring the Clyde Coastal Path and parts of the West Highland Way. Led by a qualified, insured guide; trail shoes are mandatory and dogs and under 18s are not allowed.

A 96 mile ultra marathon along the West Highland Way from Milngavie to Fort William, with 14,760 ft of ascent and a 35 hour time limit. Entrants must be 20 or older, have motorised support and prior trail experience.

An obstacle race in Derry / Londonderry on 20 and 21 June 2026 featuring a 10 km course with over 50 natural and man made obstacles, plus separate 5 km teen and 2 km mini courses for younger participants.

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 **5K** multi-terrain race through Carnlough quarry with limestone paths, climbs, coastal views and a short out-and-back on Largy Road, organised by Glenlough Running Club.

MacTuffX Ayr at Riverside Arena on 27 June 2026 pairs ten functional Xercises with repeated runs in Classic and Double formats, offering Solo, Doubles and Relay entries and a LITE weight division.

A 25 km, 2400 m ascent hill race around four Arrochar munros on 27 June 2026, requiring pre-entry and proven mountain race experience. The unmarked route demands navigation skills; compulsory mountain kit is checked at registration.

A 72 mile ultramarathon along the waymarked Great Glen Way from Corpach to Inverness with about 8,500 ft of ascent; solo unsupported race with marshaled checkpoints, mandatory kit and 4 UTMB points.

Experience a 7.2 km hill race up Cairn Table in East Ayrshire. This chip timed event features rough terrain and unmarked routes for runners seeking a self reliant hill running experience.

Trail races at Whitelee Wind Farm over the weekend of 17 to 19 July 2026, offering 10K, half marathon, 50K and a free junior mile for under 16s. The event includes an Event Village at Turbine 53, checkpoints and parking on site.