Dalkeith
Trail Running Calendar near Dalkeith 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Dalkeith for 2026-2027! We've gathered 43 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
Approx 4-mile out-and-back coastal trail race at Silver Sands Beach, Aberdour on 4 October 2026 with a finisher medal and age-category prizes.
District cross country relay championships at Dechmont Law on 10 October 2026, organised by Scottish Athletics with age-group rules and multiple relay legs.
Off road 10K through the Riddell Estate with views of the Eildon and Cheviot Hills. A fundraising event with pay what you can entry and a 200 runner limit.
A chip-timed 5k, 10k and half marathon at Kinneil Estate near Bo' Ness with measured courses, finishers medals, hydration stations and free race photos after the event.
Scenic chip timed half marathon near South Queensferry on woodland and coastal trails, with finisher medal and proceeds supporting South Queensferry RNLI.
A 12 hour night trail challenge at Dalkeith Country Park where runners complete repeated 5km loops solo or in teams, with mandatory lighting and base camp support.
A hill race on Tinto Hill near Biggar featuring a 4.4 mile senior course with 1500 ft ascent plus a separate free junior race for under 16s.
November 2026
A six hour nocturnal event on a well marked 5 km trail loop, with solo and three-person relay options, a tented base each lap, music, lights and food.
Short Course Cross Country Championships on 7 November 2026 at Kirkcaldy High School with ProTay managing race pack fulfilment and timing alongside scottishathletics.
A trail race of about 5 miles around Falkland Estate, starting near Strathmiglo Village Hall with forest loops in Drumdreel woods and age category prizes.
Chip timed 5k, 10k and half marathon around Holyrood Park in Edinburgh with hydration stations, kilometre markers, goody bags and free race photos.
Trail race day at Glentress Forest with 21 km and 10 km marked courses, significant climbing, on-course hydration and visitor centre registration.
Out and back hill race near Lower Largo on 14 Nov 2026, about 10k with 300 m elevation, held under a Scottish Athletics permit.
A small pre entry trail race in Annsmuir Woods, Ladybank, about 4 miles over two flat laps; limited to 50 runners, no water provided and no changing facilities.
Trail runs at Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill with 10 km, 5 km and a 1.2 km festive fun run supporting a local school and the reserve.