Trail Running calendar near Dalkeith 2025-2026

Kick off January with the Brampton Trail Run, a scenic 7 km undulating trail on Brampton's edge with a bespoke finisher medal and free event photos. Expect off road mud so wear trail shoes for a lively 7 km challenge.

Take on the Winter Wipeout, a deep winter fell run to the summit of Hedgehope and back to Ingram Cafe, roughly a half marathon. Fully marked and marshalled, it demands winter kit and grit, with hot soup waiting at the finish.

On 11 January 2026 the Falkland Yomp offers an exhilarating 11 km trail run through Falkland Estate with steep climbs, fast descents and varied footing. The race sells out each year and entries are full with a waiting list open.

Join the Ashington 10K Trail Run on Sunday 11 January 2026 for a scenic 10 km through Ashington Community Woods and QEII Country Park. Enjoy flat woodland trails, lakeside paths and a canicross friendly vibe with medals at the finish.

Hit the trails at Vogrie Country Park with a scenic start and finish by the Victorian manor, choosing from a half marathon, 10 km, 5 km or a family fun loop on mixed terrain. Marked laps, marshals, on site cafe and medals make this a welcom..

Take on the Frostbite Trail Race at scenic Lochore Meadows: two laps of 4 to 4.5 miles over trails and woods where mud adds fun, so trail shoes are recommended. Finishers receive a memento and places are limited.

Feel The Burns is a spirited hill race in the Scottish Borders, about 13.7 miles with roughly 800 m of ascent, promising stiff climbs and wide open views from Selkirk country. Places are limited and entries are by waiting list for this popu..

Join the Buchlyvie 10k trail on 24 January 2026 in Stirling for a mostly flat out and back on an old railway track, chip timed with great support and post race baking. Limited to 300 runners, fun medals and goodie bags for all.

Experience Kielder Forest by torchlight at the Lewis Burn Trail Run, a 10 km night trail with punchy climbs and flowing forest descents. Tackle the steep zig zags of Simons Tester before a thrilling run back to Bakethin car park.

Run flat scenic paths, trails and beach at Druridge Bay Beach Trail Runs on 25 January 2026 with 10K and half marathon options. Canicross friendly, chip timing and finishers receive a medal, Wild Deer merch and a snack.

Run a 17 km moonlit trail through Kielder Forest, from lakeside tracks into hillier mountain bike trails with a scenic descent into Kielder village. Part of the Shadowlands series, the race offers prizes and series points.

10 mile night trail through the Simonside Hills near Rothbury on 7 Feb 2026, tackling rugged hill and forest trails by headtorch light. Part of the Shadowlands series, Duergar Nightcrawler promises atmosphere and mulled wine at the finish.

Run the scenic Ardgartan Trail Race in Arrochar, a rugged loop of about 21 miles and 3500 ft of climbing past forests and waterfalls. Winter conditions and limited spots make mandatory kit and careful planning essential.

Take on the six hour Trailspire Ultra at Callander Park, a fully waymarked loop of rolling trails and woodland with views of historic Callander House. Run solo or with a two person relay team and see how many laps you can complete.

Warm up your winter with the Glasgow Winter Warmer Run at Glasgow Green on 8 February 2026, with 5K, 10K and half marathon options for all abilities. Mainly flat path course, chip timed with medals and optional fundraising for Shelter.

Explore new routes through Devilla Forest at the Carnegie Harriers trail races on 8 February 2026, with scenic 15k and 5k options. Pre entry only, chip timed and marshalled, finishers get bespoke medals and post race refreshments.

Tackle a scenic 10 mile point to point along Northumberland beaches and cliff trails. Enjoy live timing, a finisher medal and free photos; book your shuttle to the start.

Run the Glentress Trail Marathon in the Tweed Valley on Sunday 15 February 2026, with 42k, 21k and 10k options over forest singletrack, moorland and mountain bike trails. Expect big climbs, stunning views and well marked routes with visitor..

Test your trail legs at the Glentress Trail Race in scenic Glentress Forest near Peebles, with 21 km, 10 km and new 5 km options for all abilities. Expect singletrack, moorland and mountain bike trails plus on course aid and a finishers med..

Run Glentress on 15 February 2026 with 42 km, 21 km, 10 km or a new 5 km option across the scenic Tweed Valley forest. Expect flowing singletrack, panoramic climbs and fully marked routes that suit a range of abilities.