Trail Running calendar near Dalkeith 2026-2027

The Glen Lyon Trail Race on 7 June 2026 is a scenic 15.5 mile off road loop around Loch Lyon with 1,500 ft of climb and several river crossings. Limited to 150 runners, expect a tough but rewarding challenge with camping at Glen Lyon Dam.

Take on the Palacerigg Trail 10k at Palacerigg Country Park in Cumbernauld, an undulating woodland route on single track and forest paths with trail shoes advised. Proceeds support Freedom City Foundation and its local foodbank and communit..

Run a three day guided ultra along Scotland's iconic West Highland Way, about 96 miles of lochs, glens and mountain views. This demanding guided adventure includes coaching, luggage transfers and overnight stops for seasoned trail runners.

Take on the Cairngorms Ultra Trail, a scenic 60 km race from Mar Lodge Estate near Braemar with about 1006 m ascent and a 48 km short course option. Waymarked trails, aid stations and camping make it a rugged Scottish mountain challenge.

A six-leg endurance event from Kielder Castle with the North leg first and last. Solo, pair or quad teams cover 200 miles of trail with tracking, turnaround teams and ranking by furthest distance.

Tackle a scenic roughly 50 mile loop across the Cheviot hills on Saturday 20 June 2026, with a 24 hour limit and GPS tracking for all runners. Enjoy on course support, a finisher medal and t shirt, and the chance to win the Edwin Nelson Cup..

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

Take on the iconic Eildon Three Hill Race on 20 June in Gibson Park, Melrose, a 7.2 km challenge with 510 m ascent across the three Eildons. The 65th edition offers cash prizes and a fully marked route with mountain rescue support.

The Fellrunner at Windy Gyle is a rugged 13.7 km test with 549 m of climb across scenic Northumberland hills on Sun 21 Jun 2026. Entry on the day is welcome with modest fees for members and non members.

Head to Drumlanrig Castle for the South Scotland Outdoor Festival, a weekend of gravel and trail rides, road sportives and runs set in rolling hills and ancient woods. Enjoy wellness sessions, live music, adventure films, local food and on..

A 50th anniversary fell race in Alston on 27 June 2026, running from Alston Playing Field to Park Fell and back. The course is 6.2 km with 211 m of climb and entry fees support the local mountain rescue team.

Trail Blazer Coastal Edition offers a scenic 10K that runs closer to 12K along the Northumbrian coast with dunes, gravel trails and sea views. Finish the day festival style with live music, food, drinks and even llamas, no cut offs.

Chase summer evenings in Edinburgh with the Sundowner 5K Series, a relaxed yet competitive run across three scenic city parks. Enjoy chip timed racing, lively warm ups and post race photos as you test your speed over 5K or the full series.

Tackle the classic 20 mile Chevy Chase across wild Northumberland, summiting Cheviot and Hedgehope on an unmarked upland route that requires map and compass navigation. Finish in Wooler with food, T shirts and prizes.

Tackle a tough 15 km hill challenge with 960 m of climbing at Dollar Academy in Central Scotland on Sat 4 Jul 2026. Expect steep, rewarding climbs, lively team competition and easy entry online or on the day.

A 37 mile mountain trail along the Pennine Way covering waterfalls, High Cup Nick and Crossfell with four checkpoints, support at Alston YHA and a capped field of 75 entrants. Entry fee includes coach transport to the start.

Run Edinburgh's seven hilltops in a mixed road, trail and hill event that blends urban navigation with racing. Choose your own route between hilltop checkpoints and opt for the competitive Race or the more relaxed Challenge.

Join this Beacon Hill fell race on Thu 9 Jul 2026 at Lordenshaw car park, Rothbury. A testing 6.6 mile course with 410 m of climb, entry on the day and teams of three welcome for a spirited summer challenge.

Take on Saint Cuthbert's Way Ultra in July 2026, a scenic trail challenge from Wooler through Northumberland's Cheviots. Choose 100 km or 45 miles on fully waymarked trails, with UTMB qualification and stocked checkpoints to fuel your adven..

Take on the British Championship Hill Race at the Alva Games in Scotland. A short 2.5 km course climbs 365 m through steep slopes, gorse and muddy gullies, with junior and senior categories for a proper hill running test.