Trail Running calendar near Dumfries 2025-2026

Run through woodland and estate grounds at Slaley Hall with half marathon and 10K options, finishing inside the hotel with medal and warm post race fare. Canicross friendly and set on the edge of the North Pennines AONB for stunning views.

Explore local trails by head torch on a guided 10 km night run from Milngavie, winding along the Clyde Coastal Path and parts of the West Highland Way. This friendly social run is led by an experienced guide who keeps the group together and..

Join the classic Sale Fell Race at Sale Fell near Wythop Mill, a testing 3.7 mile fell run with 900 ft of ascent and hilltop views. Friendly to juniors and veterans, it mixes competition with scenic countryside.

Push your limits on scenic trail loops at the Borders 8 hour Challenge at Rock UK Whithaugh Park as you race to complete as many 4.366 mile laps as possible in eight hours. Electronic timing records each lap and finishers earn a prize.

Take on a scenic 10 km trail around Kendal on 22 November 2025, with limestone scars, cobbled climbs and views over Morecambe Bay. A friendly, not for profit event by Ourea Events supporting Kendal Mountain Rescue.

Run 50 km with 900 m ascent around Kendal, linking summits and landmarks before finishing at the Kendal Mountain Festival Basecamp. Expect well stocked aid stations, live tracking and a festival finish atmosphere.

The Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Trail Runs (10km and 5km) plus a 1.2km Festive Fun Run take place at Hermitage of Braid House in Edinburgh. The 1‑lap, mixed‑terrain courses traverse the Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill nature..

Join the Hermitage Trail Runs on 23 Nov 2025 at Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill, featuring 10km, 5km and a festive 1.2km fun run for kids. Enjoy scenic off road laps, post race treats and a race memento while supporting local charitie..

Join the L100 Recce on 23 Nov 2025 from Coniston to Buttermere, a 26 mile preview of the Lakeland 100 covering Black Sail Pass and Scarth Gap. Perfect for familiarising with the course with coach transport and medical cover.

The Kong Winter Series - Stybarrow Dodd will take place in Thirlmere on Saturday 29 November 2025.

Tackle a 55 mile winter ultra across the wild Cheviot hills on 6 December 2025, with GPS trackers and 24 hours to finish. Expect rugged winter terrain, camaraderie and a finisher t shirt and medal for those who complete the course.

The Drop Kendal drops solo runners or teams at an unknown location blindfolded and challenges them to find their way back to base in Kendal. Choose 10 or 15 mile routes for a map free test of navigation and stamina.

Join the Crag Fell Handicap in Ennerdale on 6 December. This scenic 2.5 mile out and back to the summit features staggered handicap starts for a friendly, competitive fell run.

Tackle the scenic but challenging Harmeny AC 7R Multi Terrain Half Marathon on 7 Dec 2025, with trails, rocky sections and marshland. Limited to 140 runners, finishers receive a medal and goody bag.

Join a friendly all abilities group run on 7 December 2025 at Land of Oak and Iron, Derwent Walk with qualified coaches. Interval training with hill efforts covers roughly 5 to 7 miles in about 75 minutes for fitness and fun.

Enjoy a scenic forest run at Grizedale Forest with sweeping views over Coniston Water. Choose 5K or 10K on wide trails, bring up to two dogs per runner or run solo; starts are staggered to give hounds space.

Join Lakeland Paws Dawn 2 Dusk at Whinlatter Forest on 13 Dec 2025 for a canicross challenge: complete as many 7 km laps as you and your dog can in daylight. Expect hilly forest trails and bring a fit, well rested dog.

Challenge yourself on a rugged 17.5 km winter fell race in the Southern Galloway hills with 800 m of ascent, summiting Cairnsmore of Fleet. Organised by Galloway Mountain Rescue Team, entries support their work and finishers enjoy hot soup..

Join the 65th Cyclists vs The Harriers Festive Event on 14 December 2025 for a spirited run and ride across grass, moor and trails with fun obstacles at Irvine Sports Club. Pre entry only, open to ages 15 and up.

Join Run to the Rising Sun 10k at Rising Sun Country Park on 14 December for a scenic, marshalled trail with one summit and mainly downhill running. Finish with snacks, a memento and wild flower seeds; bring a drink container.