Trail Running calendar near Crathes 2025-2026

Take on the Meall a'Bhuachaille Hill Race near Aviemore on 25 October 2025, a testing 13 km with 720 m of climb over forest and mountain tracks. Enjoy wild Cairngorm scenery and genuine navigation challenges on this classic Badaguish hill e..

Enjoy the Auchterarder 10K Chilli Trail on 1 November 2025, a scenic route into the Ochil Hills with forest trails, climbs and stream crossings. Run, jog or walk at your own pace and collect a bespoke medal and snood at the finish.

Scurry Around Tentsmuir Forest Trail Running Festival 2025 : event details Scurry Around Tentsmuir Forest is a trail running festival held on 02 Nov 2025 at the Larick Centre, Tayport. The festival offers mixed-terrain, clearly marked and m..

Run the scenic 50 km Dava Way from Grantown on Spey to Forres, following old railway lines through woodland, moor and runnable trail. Climb to Dava summit, cross historic viaducts and enjoy a long descent to the coast in this classic ultra.

Run through the night along the John Muir Way at Balgone Estate, completing as many 5 km loops as you can in a six hour challenge. Solo and three person team relay options, with a lively basecamp offering food, music and fire pits.

Event details The Tufty Trail Race takes place on 23 November 2025 on trails and paths in Falkland Estate, Fife. The course is approximately 5 miles and starts adjacent to Strathmiglo Village Hall, climbs toward the Lomonds, includes a loop..

Join the Nuts Christmas Trail Race at Balbirnie Park, Fife for a festive 4 to 5 mile trail through muddy paths, water crossings and woodland undulations. Finishers get a bespoke memento while spot prizes of craft beer add extra cheer.

Take a festive run through the woodland and parkland of Glamis Castle on 7 December 2025, with live chip timing and a bespoke finisher medal. Family friendly options and canicross allowed in non family races, plus Wild Deer merch and a snac..

Take part in the Aviemore Santa Run at Glenmore Lodge with a festive 5K or family Merry Mile and Santa suits or eco options. Enjoy live music, treats and mountain views while supporting local charities; pushchair and wheelchair accessible a..

The Loch Morlich Running Festival, organized by Fitnessat58°, takes place in the scenic Glenmore Forest, finishing at the picturesque Loch Morlich beach. Scheduled for January 3, 2026, this event offers two trail distances: 5.6KM and 11.2KM..

Challenge the snowy highlands at Snow Running Glenshee on Saturday 28 February 2026 near Ballater. A scenic hill race with crisp air and big views, entries open soon on ProTay.

Tackle the scenic John Muir Way in East Lothian with this 50 km trail race or a 2x25 km team relay on 7 March 2026. Coastal paths, woodland and charming villages lead to a memorable finish at Foxlake Adventures.

Run Balmoral 15 mile trail on Balmoral Estate offers a scenic, challenging route from the castle along the River Dee and through Ballochbuie forest up toward Lochnagar. Expect changeable weather, a finisher medal and tree planted per entry.

Enjoy a scenic trail run through the grounds of Scone Palace on Sunday 26 April 2026 with 5km and 10km options, the latter including a lap of Perth Racecourse. Canicross friendly, all finishers receive a medal, Wild Deer merch and refreshme..

Explore the Great Glen and Loch Ness in Ultra X Scotland, a multi day trail ultramarathon based in Inverness. From short 12 km runs to bold 110 km challenges, enjoy marked routes, checkpoints, support and a celebrated finisher medal.

Tackle the Formartine and Buchan Railway 12 hour or 6 hour ultra on Saturday 9 May 2026, running along the scenic trail between Maud and Auchnagatt. Race as far as you can in your time slot for medals, prizes and a great day out.

Moray Coastal Trail Races is a two-distance ultramarathon along Scotland’s Moray Coastal Trail. In 2025 the event introduced a 50-mile Ultra (Forres to Cullen Viaduct) and a 23-mile Trail (Lossiemouth to Cullen Viaduct). The course threads..

Run a rugged 55 mile circle of the Cateran Trail from Gulabin Lodge in Spittal of Glenshee. With 2,250 m ascent and mostly off road terrain, this UTMB Index qualifier is a tough scenic Highland challenge.

Blair Castle Trail Weekender offers scenic trail races from kids runs to a 60 km ultra across the Atholl Estate beneath the Cairngorms. The event village brings live music, outdoor cinema and wellness workshops for a festival feel.

Test your endurance on waymarked trails around Knockburn Sports Loch with 6, 12 or 24 hour looping races. Run solo or in teams for a scenic, friendly endurance challenge in the heart of Aberdeenshire.