Trail Running calendar near Dumfries 2026-2027

A long high level traverse of over 60 miles across the Yorkshire Dales from Ingleton to Threshfield on 25 and 26 April 2026. The route climbs more than 11,000 feet, is served by 25 checkpoints, and includes live tracking and on route food.

Test your limits at the Beecraigs Backyard Ultra in Scotland's scenic Beecraigs Country Park. Runners tackle a 4.167-mile loop every hour until only one remains. The event provides basic amenities, camping, and a unique challenge of enduran..

A trail run across RAF Spadeadam that passes Blue Streak launch platforms, military sites and scenic views. Two distances are offered, entries run from August 2025 to April 2026 and proceeds support the RAF Benevolent Fund.

A 44 mile 71 km circular ultramarathon around the Firth of Forth starting and finishing at Helix Park in Falkirk. The way-marked route crosses two Forth Bridges, links two coastal trails and is mainly road with some trail sections.

The Eskdale Elevation will take place in Boot on Saturday 25 April 2026. You can run 20 kilometers.

Experience a unique hybrid fitness challenge at Cockshott Point with solo events and weighted ruck runs along the scenic trails of Lake Windermere. Enjoy live chip timing and a lakefront course in the heart of the Lake District.

Test your physical limits at the Forma Games 2026 fitness weekend. Compete in teams of two or three across specialized strength power and endurance zones to determine the ultimate all round athletes.

A 24 hour loop event in Dalkeith Country Park where runners complete a 6.7 km loop each hour; organisers recognise 10k, half marathon, marathon and ultra distances and provide on site facilities and support.

A hilly, traffic-free half marathon through Hamsterley Forest on 26 April 2026 with multi-terrain trails, mile markers, water stations and chip timing. Entries limited to 500; affiliated and unaffiliated fees apply.

Community organised 10K in Dalgety Bay on 26 April 2026, supporting upgrades to the Fife Coastal Path and other local causes. Multi terrain route from Dalgety Bay Sailing Club with water stations, chip timing and age category prizes.

A city navigation race from Edinburgh Park Central where runners ride the tram to a start then run back, aiming to beat the tram. Distances are about 5.5 to 7.5 miles and entry includes an optional charity donation.

Three race distances take place in Holyrood Park, Edinburgh on Sunday 26 April 2026, with entry available by ticket.

A beginners fell race at Cockfield Fell on 28 April 2026, run as a social 3.5 km lap followed by a 3.5 km competitive lap for a 7 km off road route. Open to entrants aged 14 and over with entry fees for FRA members and non members.

A midweek fell race in Wray on 28 April 2026 covering 11 km with 335 m climb. Entry is on the day only with a £5 fee and teams of three are permitted.

Evening trail runs at Gibside National Trust on 29 April 2026 across historic woodland and designed landscape. Distances of 5 km and 10 km, live chip timing, canicross friendly, on-site parking and finishers' medals.

Tackle the Lords Seat Fell race at Whinlatter Visitor Centre, an 8 km route with 430 m of climb across scenic, rugged fells. Entry on the day only £7 cash, with junior races and a start from the visitor centre car park.

A 5.8 km hill race on 29 April 2026 with 229 m of ascent, limited to 150 entries and a £8 fee that includes the landowner charge. The route is mostly runnable with one short steep climb and mandatory minimum kit.

A guided 10 km trail run from the Forth and Clyde Canal around Bishopbriggs, Torrance and Kirkintilloch. Social group run with a qualified guide; trail shoes required and dogs and under 18s are not permitted.

Uphill trial races from Fitz Park to Skiddaw with marked courses for Senior and U20 athletes, mandatory mountain safety kit and pre entry only registration.

A UTMB Index 100K ultra on 2 May 2026 following historic pilgrim routes across Fife from North Queensferry to St Andrews. The 90K course has about 1,200 m ascent, a 15 hour limit, and included kit and services for entrants.