Trail Running calendar near Dalmellington 2025-2026

Rab Pinnacle Ridge Extreme is a brutal 28 km skyrun around Helvellyn with 2700 m of ascent featuring exposed ridgelines, scrambles and technical rock sections. Entry is strictly vetted so only experienced mountain runners should apply.

Take on the Rab Helvellyn Sky Ultra from Patterdale: 57 km with 3700 m ascent across Lake District ridges. Run anticlockwise over Striding Edge and Swirral Edge on a marked course with support and a wild seed bomb medal.

Discover a classic entry level 29 km sky race from Patterdale over St Sunday Crag, with 2050 m of ascent across scenic but technical Lake District fells. Fully supported with timing, a post race meal and a finishers wild flower seed medal.

Place Fell 15 is a 15km trail race with about 680 m ascent in the Lake District. Tackle technical paths and sweeping fell views, then enjoy a recycled paper mache wildflower seed bomb medal at the finish.

The GBultras | Ultra Great Britain will take place in Stranraer on Saturday 8 August 2026.

Race Across Scotland is a 215 mile self supported ultra along the scenic Southern Upland Way from Portpatrick to Cockburnspath, testing endurance over rugged hills with a strict 100 hour cutoff. Entry by application and places are limited.

Tackle scenic trails from Airthrey Castle at the Maverick Ochil Hills Trail, a day of rolling routes through Hermitage Wood and into the Ochil Hills. Distances from 5 km to a 49 km ultra offer challenges for all trail runners.

Run the Highland Fling Ultramarathon: a scenic point to point 53 mile (85 km) trail from Milngavie to Tyndrum through Loch Lomond and the Trossachs. Live chip timing, luggage transfer and a festive finish await.

Take on Maverick Kielder Forest Gravel on Saturday 5 September 2026 at Kielder Castle for scenic forest gravel trails with routes from 5 km to 52 km. Weekend camping, staffed feed outposts and a plastic free ethos make it a true outdoor adv..

Take on a classic fell and trail marathon around Caldbeck, summiting five Wainwrights including Blencathra. The 26.4 mile route climbs about 5875 ft, is fully tracked and suits experienced fell runners.

Celebrate the 20th anniversary of the River Ayr Way Challenge, a stunning 40 mile ultra along Scotland's River Ayr on 12 September 2026. Expect rolling countryside, a coastal finish, and a friendly field of runners from across the UK.

Tackle the Lake District Mountain Trial, a classic mid September mountain navigation event that tests route choice and stamina over rough fells. Choose Classic, Medium or Short courses and enjoy post race food and camaraderie.

Explore Lake District fells and lakes at 13 Valleys Ultra, choosing distances from 22 km to 180 km to suit every trail runner. Fully way marked with ITRA points and Western States qualifier status.

Explore Dalkeith Country Park on 27 September 2026 for the Wild Deer Scottish Festival Trail Runs, offering distances from a family mile to a 32.5 mile ultra and welcoming Canicross. Finishers get a medal, event merch and live chip timing.

Challenging fell race at Wasdale Head that climbs to the summit of Kirk Fell with steep ascent and descent to test your legs. A BOFRA counter with separate junior and senior routes and compulsory waterproof kit for older runners.

The Glasgow to Edinburgh Ultra is a 57 mile point to point run linking the cities via canals and towpaths. Take in the Falkirk Wheel and Union Canal while testing endurance with live tracking and chip timing.

Join the William Wallace Running Festival on 10 Oct 2026 in Stirling for scenic routes past the Wallace Monument and other historic sights. Choices span a 1 mile fun run to 70 km with solo or relay teams and a lively finish at Stirling.

Spice up your autumn at the Auchterarder 10K Chilli Trail on 31 October 2026, a scenic run into the Ochil Hills with forest trails, stream crossings and climbs. Walk, jog or race the chilli pepper shaped route and claim a bespoke medal.

Run the scenic Derwentwater 10, a 10 miles clockwise loop around Derwent Water near Keswick on 1 Nov 2026. Enjoy an undulating tarmac course with midrace drinks and race day facilities including changing and showers.

Scurry to the Sea 2026 is a 12 mile trail run linking the Pentland hills to a sandy beach finish at Musselburgh. Expect a mix of trails, urban navigation and cross country terrain as you descend from Allermuir toward the coast.