Trail Running calendar near Dumfries 2025-2026

The Lake District Ultra Challenge is a multi-distance endurance event held in England’s scenic Lake District, with basecamp in Kendal. Participants can walk, jog, or run distances ranging from 10 km to a full 100 km loop that includes challenging hills, the Garburn Pass, historic Ambleside, and view..

Ultra Scotland 50 is a challenging 56-mile ultra marathon held along the scenic Southern Upland Way in southern Scotland. Starting at St John's Town of Dalry and finishing at Moffat Rugby Club, the course features 2,447 meters of elevation through forests, valleys, and mountains rich in history. The..

The Killearn 10K Trail Race is a community-organized running event scheduled for June 7, 2025. This Scottish Athletics affiliated race features a multi-terrain course that includes tarmac, forest paths, farm tracks, and open grassland, starting and finishing in Killearn Public Park. Participants age..

The Up the Spout Half Marathon is an exciting trail race set in the stunning Cheviot Hills, starting in the picturesque Ingram Valley. Participants will tackle challenging peaks such as Hedgehope Hill and Comb Fell, with breathtaking views and scenic descents along the way. The event promises a full..

The Ulverston Fell Race, organized by the British Open Fell Runners Association (BOFRA), features a new course for 2025. The race begins at Beckside Farm and includes a challenging route that climbs Flan Fell, with different categories for participants ranging from under 9 to seniors. The total dist..

Wild Journeys - West Highland Way is a challenging 3-day ultra running event covering approximately 96 miles (154 km) with 4,312 meters (12,143 feet) of elevation in Scotland. Starting in Milngavie near Glasgow, runners traverse iconic landscapes including Loch Lomond, Conic Hill, glens, waterfalls,..

The Turnhouse Hill Race, organized by Penicuik Harriers Running Club, is a traditional hill running event held in the Pentland Hills Regional Park near Edinburgh, Scotland. The senior race covers 5.2 km with a 310-meter ascent, featuring steep climbs and descents, including a challenging heather-cov..

The Yomp - Sunset Stroll is a relaxed 10k guided jog or walk held at Pennine View Park near Kirkby Stephen in East Cumbria. The scenic route climbs up to Birket Fell, offering stunning views over the Eden Valley and includes a special tasting experience at The Berry, Grape and Grain Fell Top. Partic..

The ACORN Toota-Linn is an 8km evening trail race held in Glasgow's scenic Linn Park, known for its beautiful waterfall and historic Halfpenny Bridge. The race features a two-lap course that showcases the park's natural beauty while being less muddy than other local trail races, making it ideal for..

The Traprain Law Hill Race, organized by Carnethy Hill Running Club, is a 10.3 km multi-terrain event held in East Linton, Scotland, as part of the East Linton Gala. The course features paths, farm tracks, grass, and a river crossing over the River Tyne, followed by a steep rock scramble ascent of T..

The Swaledale Marathon is an annual event organized by the Swaledale Outdoor Club, featuring a challenging 24-mile fell run and walk through the stunning landscapes of Swaledale. Participants must navigate the course independently and complete it within a 10-hour timeframe. The event, which has been..

The Glen Rosa Horseshoe is a challenging Category AL Scottish hill race held on the Isle of Arran, starting from the Brodick Castle Rangers Centre. Covering 20km with a total ascent of 1670m, the race features a clockwise loop navigating four summits in Glen Rosa, mostly unmarked and running over he..

The Yomp Mountain Challenge is a multi-day outdoor event held in the Upper Eden Valley, featuring a variety of running and walking courses suitable for all ages and abilities. The event includes challenging races such as the 44-mile Ultra YOMP, the 26-mile Mountain YOMP, and shorter distances like t..

The Saltire Trail Races will take place at Kilduff Farm in Athelstaneford, East Lothian, on June 14, 2025. Participants can choose from three race options: a 10km, a 5km, and a 2km fun run for children of all ages. The event promises a scenic route through a private estate, featuring a mix of trail,..

The Buttermere Sailbeck is a challenging fell race held in Buttermere Village, covering just over 9 miles with more than 4,000 feet of climbing. The route includes ascents onto Knott Rigg, traversing Ard Crags, and climbing Causey Pike, followed by a run across Scar Crags to Sail and Crag Hill. The..

The Yomp - Out of Eden 5k is a family-friendly running event held at Pennine View Park in East Cumbria, near Kirkby Stephen. The 5k course offers a scenic, low-level route featuring landmarks such as the Millennium Bridge over Stenkrith waterfall and the Merrygill and Podgill viaducts. Suitable for..

The Seven Hills of Edinburgh is an annual 14.3-mile running event held in Scotland's capital, featuring approximately 2200 feet of ascent and descent. Starting and finishing at Calton Hill, participants navigate a challenging course that includes six checkpoints on Edinburgh’s iconic hills: the Cast..

The Dechmont Law Trail Race Festival, organized by Lothian Running Club, takes place in Dechmont Law Park, Livingston, West Lothian. Scheduled for June 15, 2025, the event features three races: a 10K trail race for experienced runners, a 6.5K race suitable for beginners, and a 2.5K junior race for y..

The SCOTT Sports Summer Cheviot Goat is a challenging 50-mile ultra-run set in the remote Cheviot Hills near Ingram, Northumberland, England. Known as "England's loneliest ultra," this tough race tests both physical and mental endurance across a loop of the largest hills in the border region, an are..

The Eildon Three Hill Race, part of the East District Championships, is set to take place on June 21, 2025, in Melrose. This 7.2 km race features a challenging route with a 510m ascent, traversing the iconic Eildon Hills. Participants will receive a wooden medal and a complimentary drink from Tempes..