Trail Running calendar near Dalmellington 2026-2027

A 4.7 mile handicapped road and trail race from Oxton to Lauder on 23 June 2026, with bus transport and a buffet included in entry. Entries close 19 June 2026 and the event is Scottish Athletics licensed.

Take on the Reston Scar Scamper at Staveley Mill Yard on Wed 24 Jun 2026, a lively 6 km fell race with 301 m of climb across fully marked Lake District trails. On the day entry is £5 and all proceeds support Staveley community projects.

A guided trail run from Balmaha car park over Conic Hill and down the West Highland Way to Milton of Buchanan, about 8 to 10 km. Social group running with a qualified, first aid trained guide; no dogs or under 18s.

A three day outdoor festival at Drumlanrig Castle in Dumfries and Galloway from 26 to 28 June 2026 featuring enduro, gravel and trail events alongside wellness sessions and live entertainment. Results will be posted on race day.

An evening trail running festival at Calderglen Country Park on 26 June 2026, with races from a toddler dash to a 10k, chip timing, marshalled courses and an after-race buffet. A donation is made from each 5k and 10k entry.

A 5K multi terrain run from the centre of Carnlough through quarry trails and a short out and back on Largy Road, offering varied surfaces and coastal views. Entries open 15 April; minimum age 16.

A fell and trail event at Honister Slate Mine combining mountain terrain with a 700 m underground mine section. Fully flagged courses of 5km and 10km, helmet and headtorch required at the start, minimum age 16.

MacTuffX AYR on 27 June 2026 at Riverside Arena Ayr features solo, doubles and relay formats across classic 10 x 400 m and double 10 x 800 m distances, a LITE weight division and an 18 or over age requirement.

A 25 km, 2400 m ascent hill race around four Arrochar munros on 27 June 2026, requiring pre-entry and proven mountain race experience. The unmarked route demands navigation skills; compulsory mountain kit is checked at registration.

A 13K fell race with 825 m of ascent on Blencathra, held in Mungrisdale as a category AM counter in the 2026 English Fell Running Championships. The event is full and new entries go onto a waiting list.

A roughly five mile trail race around Lochore Meadows Country Park featuring shoreline and woodland sections with views of Benarty Hill. Entry fee is £11, all finishers receive a medal and age-category prizes are awarded.

A short but steep fell race in the Lake District on 1 July 2026, covering 3.6 km with 506 m of ascent. Held from the recreation field opposite Threlkeld School, the event allows on-the-day entry for a £5 fee and is covered by FRA permit ins..

A three-evening summer 5K series around Leith Links, Fettes and Inverleith Park in Edinburgh. Events are chip timed, feature prizes and optional finisher medals, with entries priced at £12 per race or £30 for all three.

A three-evening summer 5K series around Leith Links, Fettes and Inverleith Park in Edinburgh. Events are chip timed, feature prizes and optional finisher medals, with entries priced at £12 per race or £30 for all three.

A guided 6 km social trail run from Milngavie Train Station exploring parts of the Clyde Coastal path and West Highland Way. Qualified guide, trail shoes mandatory, no dogs or under 18s, limited places and proceeds support a local charity.

A 24 hour charity relay at Lochore Meadows Country Park where participants run laps of a multi terrain 5K loop. Distances range from 5K to ultramarathon and facilities include refreshments, shelter and first aid.

A traditional Lakeland fell race from Loweswater Village Hall with extensive route choice on the tops, two AL courses, mandatory FRA kit and navigation without GPS.

A 15 km hill race around Dollar Glen and the Ochil Hills with multiple checkpoints and steep, mixed terrain. Entry has a small fee and mandatory navigation and waterproof kit.

A two day mountain navigation event in the Lake District for teams of two. Six linear courses and a score course test map and compass skills with mandatory lightweight camping and safety kit.

A mixed road, trail and hill event of at least 14.3 miles with 2200 feet of ascent, where competitors choose their route between hilltop checkpoints. The event has a Race and a Challenge; 2026 entries are full.