Trail Running calendar near Cumnock 2025-2026

Celebrate the 20th anniversary of the River Ayr Way Challenge, a stunning 40 mile ultra along Scotland's River Ayr on 12 September 2026. Expect rolling countryside, a coastal finish, and a friendly field of runners from across the UK.

Explore Lake District fells and lakes at 13 Valleys Ultra, choosing distances from 22 km to 180 km to suit every trail runner. Fully way marked with ITRA points and Western States qualifier status.

Explore Dalkeith Country Park on 27 September 2026 for the Wild Deer Scottish Festival Trail Runs, offering distances from a family mile to a 32.5 mile ultra and welcoming Canicross. Finishers get a medal, event merch and live chip timing.

Challenging fell race at Wasdale Head that climbs to the summit of Kirk Fell with steep ascent and descent to test your legs. A BOFRA counter with separate junior and senior routes and compulsory waterproof kit for older runners.

The Glasgow to Edinburgh Ultra is a 57 mile point to point run linking the cities via canals and towpaths. Take in the Falkirk Wheel and Union Canal while testing endurance with live tracking and chip timing.

Join the William Wallace Running Festival on 10 Oct 2026 in Stirling for scenic routes past the Wallace Monument and other historic sights. Choices span a 1 mile fun run to 70 km with solo or relay teams and a lively finish at Stirling.

Spice up your autumn at the Auchterarder 10K Chilli Trail on 31 October 2026, a scenic run into the Ochil Hills with forest trails, stream crossings and climbs. Walk, jog or race the chilli pepper shaped route and claim a bespoke medal.

Run the scenic Derwentwater 10, a 10 miles clockwise loop around Derwent Water near Keswick on 1 Nov 2026. Enjoy an undulating tarmac course with midrace drinks and race day facilities including changing and showers.

Scurry to the Sea 2026 is a 12 mile trail run linking the Pentland hills to a sandy beach finish at Musselburgh. Expect a mix of trails, urban navigation and cross country terrain as you descend from Allermuir toward the coast.

Take on MTC GRIMALKIN, a single day 34.5 mile ultra from Perth to Pitlochry with rolling Scottish terrain and a bespoke finisher medal. Limited field with live tracking makes this a compact, supported challenge with trophies for winners.

New to the Mount to Coast series, MTC Glaistig is a 31.3 mile ultra on 28 May 2028 that takes runners from Traquair Arms in Innerleithen to Ratho Park by Edinburgh Airport. With only 40 places, finishers receive a bespoke Glaistig medal and..

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.