Trail Running calendar near Dumfries 2025-2026

Join the EpicTrails Halloween 10 km guided trail run around Carbeth and Craigallian Woods on 30 October. This social outing leaves no one behind, fancy dress is optional and a prize awaits the best costume. Bring trail shoes and a torch.

The Wooler Trail Races, held in Wooler, Northumberland, offer runners a challenging experience in the heart of Northumberland National Park. Participants can choose between a trail marathon and a half marathon, with an option to complete bo..

Enjoy a scenic autumn trail run around Allithwaite covering about 8 miles or 13 km across trails, fell and quiet lanes on the Cartmel peninsula. Marked and marshalled route supports local causes; entries are currently full with a waiting li..

Circle Ullswater on a scenic 20 miles lakeside route or push further on a 24 miles high level fell traverse in a friendly, non competitive event. Staffed checkpoints, clear waymarking and post event tea and cake make for a rewarding day out..

Take on the classic Tinto Hill Race near Lanark, a challenging 4.4 mile short hill course with sweeping views and 1500 feet of ascent. A junior race with free kids entry makes it a great day out for families and runners alike.

Run the trails of Dodd Wood with your dog or solo, climbing to the summit for panoramic views across the Coledale Fells. Choose a 5K or 8K marked loop with chip timing and individual starts to give pups plenty of space.

Seven cross country races across the Scottish Borders from November to March, with junior and senior events at each venue. Join the series for a full season of mud, camaraderie and competition with chip fitted bibs mailed before race one.

Take on the scenic 10 mile Derwentwater Ten around the lake in Keswick, a challenging clockwise loop of undulating tarmac. Hosted by Keswick AC from Keswick School, this popular autumn race offers on site facilities and race day support.

Join EpicTrails 6km, a friendly night trail run from Milngavie led by an experienced guide. Bring trail shoes and a headtorch and enjoy a social, regrouping pace along scenic coastal and West Highland Way paths.

Run through the night along the John Muir Way at Balgone Estate, completing as many 5 km loops as you can in a six hour challenge. Solo and three person team relay options, with a lively basecamp offering food, music and fire pits.

Celebrate Heart & Soul Racing's first birthday with a fun 4 km rave run in Newcastle with music and glow sticks. The run ends at Anarchy Brew Co for a private after party with live music, pizza and your first drink included for £5.

Tackle a classic Lake District fell race around the Lickle and Duddon valleys, starting and finishing outside the Blacksmiths Arms in Broughton Mills. Expect steep climbs across 8 km with sweeping views and a friendly pub finish.

Maggie's Chase on 9 November 2025 offers 5 km and 10 km scenic trail races around Kinnaird Village with manual timing and volunteer support. Enjoy post race refreshments and prizes for top finishers.

Join Wild Deer on 9 November 2025 for a 75 minute coached interval session featuring hill efforts and a 5.5 mile route. Try SCOTT Sports shoes during the workout and sharpen pace and strength with expert coaching.

Join EpicTrails 8 km in Milngavie on 13 November 2025 for a guided, headtorch social run along scenic sections of the Clyde Coastal Path and West Highland Way. Groups are small and friendly so all paces are welcome.

Take on a 10k head torch trail through Hamsterley Forest, racing low light twisting woodland tracks and technical descents guided by reflective markers and marshals. An eco conscious night run with a memento and wildflower seeds.

Join the AROS weekend relay at Craigmillar Castle Park on Saturday 15 November, where teams of two each run two distinct 2.5 km forest and parkland legs. Fast, social and perfect for clubs or solo runners.

Run the Arnside Knott Race on Sunday 16 November 2025: a scenic 6 mile fell run above Morecambe Bay and the Kent Estuary with about 1093 ft of ascent. Expect varied underfoot terrain and crisp autumn conditions for a true challenge.

The Tweed Valley Ultra is a multi-terrain ultra running event held in the scenic Tweed Valley, near Peebles, Scotland. It offers two distance options: 50km and 65km, both starting and finishing at the Glentress Peel Visitor Centre. The cour..

The Gibside Fruitbowl is a 7-mile trail race held on the National Trust Gibside Estate in Great Britain. Now in its 25th edition, the undulating course follows tracks and paths that start and finish beside the walled garden, offering scenic..