Trail Running calendar near Dalmellington 2026-2027

This inaugural night run at Whinlatter Forest features chip-timed 5km and 10km courses on mixed trails. Starting at 6pm with individual starts, it welcomes runners with or without dogs and requires a head torch.

Run through the stunning grounds of Culzean Castle and Country Park with 5 km, 10 km or half marathon options. Enjoy coastal views, woodland trails and a canicross friendly vibe, plus medals, merch and finish line snacks.

Join a guided 6km social run on the trails around Milngavie, illuminated by headtorch. The route explores the Clyde Coastal Path and West Highland Way. A qualified guide leads the group, with mandatory kit including trail shoes and a headla..

Night trail races at Kielder, Grassholme and Derwent set in designated dark sky areas, with distances from 10K to 26.6 miles and a double option. The events note friendly volunteers and lively atmosphere alongside occasional signage and rou..

The Ochil Hill Relays is a challenging early spring team event for four runners in the hills near Alva. Covering three legs totalling 27 km, it requires navigation skills and mandatory safety kit. Entry is limited to 87 teams, competing for..

Take on the classic Carrock Fell race in the Lake District, a 9 km challenge with 500 m of ascent across rugged fells. Entry is on the day with low fees for members and non members, parking on the field when dry and a friendly fell running..

Join a social guided trail run starting from Milngavie Train Station. The 8km route explores local paths like the Clyde Coastal Path and West Highland Way by headtorch. A qualified guide leads the group, and all proceeds support a local cha..

Enjoy stunning Lakeland scenery while tackling the classic Causey Pike fell race, 4.5 miles with 543 m of climb over rough terrain. Pre entry via SiEntries is required, full FRA kit is mandatory and minimum age is 16.

The Glenariffe Mountain Race 'Spud Run' is a 6-mile fell running event with 370m of climbing, part of the NIMRA league. It starts and finishes at the Glenariffe Community Centre and requires full mandatory kit. Online entries are essential.

The Braids Hill Race is a scenic cross-country event on the rolling hills of southern Edinburgh. Runners can choose a 5k or 10k looped course with views of the city skyline. The event includes a prize-giving and is popular with club runners..

The Muncaster Luck is a challenging 15km fell race with 620m of ascent over rough terrain. Entry is on the day for £5 cash. Runners must carry full mandatory kit and be prepared for tricky navigation and two river crossings.

The Mount Karrin will take place in Sulby on Sunday 15 March 2026. You can run 9 miles.

Join a guided, social 10 km trail run by head torch, starting from Milngavie Train Station. The route explores local paths including the Clyde Coastal Path and West Highland Way. Mandatory kit includes trail shoes and a head torch.

Jarrett's Jaunt is a Lake District fell race from Wath Brow Bridge, with rugged trails, steep climbs and great views. About 9 km with 440 m ascent, the handicap format gives a fun competitive test and pre entry is required.

This 20 km trail race circles the scenic lakes Buttermere and Crummock Water in Cumbria. The undulating course features a mix of lakeshore paths, rocky trails, and woodland tracks. It is a fully marked route suitable for various experience..

This recce allows Lakeland 100 runners to preview a 33-mile section from Buttermere to Dalemain. The £30 fee covers coach transport, medical support, and checkpoint refreshments for course familiarization.

The Northern Traverse is a 300 km self-supported ultra marathon across England, following the classic Coast to Coast route from St Bees to Robin Hood's Bay. Runners will traverse three National Parks and tackle significant elevation over se..

The Lakes Traverse is a 100km ultra following Wainwright's famous Coast to Coast route across the Lake District. This point-to-point adventure from St Bees to Shap offers fully stocked aid stations and traverses iconic fells and valleys.

A pre-entry fell race in the Lake District, the Coledale Horseshoe covers 13.7 km with 1067 m of ascent, requires full FRA kit, is non-GPS classified, and offers a £100 prize for a new course record.

Lakeland Paws: Tour de Whinlatter offers 9k or 12k runs on forest tracks around Whinlatter Top. It is chip timed and dog friendly, with harnesses available to borrow. The route explores scenic, quieter parts of the forest.