Trail Running calendar near Dumfries 2026-2027

A 96 mile ultra marathon along the West Highland Way from Milngavie to Fort William, run to a 35 hour limit and requiring motorised support and prior trail racing experience.

Trail event in Kirkby Lonsdale on 20 June 2026 offering 5 km, 10 km and 20 km routes on footpaths and bridleways with route files, refreshments and on course marshals.

A 65 km self-navigation trail ultra around the skyline near Kirkby Lonsdale with about 2000 m ascent, two checkpoints and mostly off-road terrain. Entrants receive a GPX file, feed stations and a finishers beer and pizza.

A 7.2 km hill race with 510 m of ascent across the three Eildon Hills, starting and finishing at Gibson Park, Melrose on 20 June 2026. Online entry only with early bird and standard prices and cash prizes for age category winners.

Gowbarrow Round is a 7.6 km fell race in the Lake District on Sat 20 Jun 2026. Entry is on the day only with a £5 fee and a minimum age of 16. The event is based at The Royal Hotel, Dockray, and carries FRA permit insurance.

A 5.4 km hill race to the summit of The Law in Tillicoultry, featuring 630 metres of ascent, a marked walkers path and a same-route return. Part of the SHR and East District Championships with limited entries and mandatory kit requirements.

An 11 km loop around Baystones and Wansfell starting at YHA Windermere, featuring about 500 metres of ascent. Post race coffee, tea and cake are served and all profits support YHA Breaks.

A trail running event in Barnard Castle on 21 June 2026 offering 3.5, 9 and 15 mile routes along the Teesdale Way with marked courses, aid stations, on-site facilities and optional post-run yoga.

The Fellrunner at Windy Gyle is a rugged 13.7 km test with 549 m of climb across scenic Northumberland hills on Sun 21 Jun 2026. Entry on the day is welcome with modest fees for members and non members.

An 8.8 km fell race near Haweswater in the Lake District with 244 m of climb, open to runners aged 16 and over. Entry is on the day for £5 and the race is part of the Bampton Village Sports Day and Fete.

A muddy 5k obstacle course in The Meadows, Edinburgh on 21 June 2026 where participants climb, crawl and slide across a single grass lap. The course may be uneven and waterlogged and a minimum fundraising target of £50 applies.

Take on the Reston Scar Scamper at Staveley Mill Yard on Wed 24 Jun 2026, a lively 6 km fell race with 301 m of climb across fully marked Lake District trails. On the day entry is £5 and all proceeds support Staveley community projects.

A three day outdoor festival at Drumlanrig Castle in Dumfries and Galloway from 26 to 28 June 2026 featuring enduro, gravel and trail events alongside wellness sessions and live entertainment. Results will be posted on race day.

An evening trail running festival at Calderglen Country Park on 26 June 2026, with races from a toddler dash to a 10k, chip timing, marshalled courses and an after-race buffet. A donation is made from each 5k and 10k entry.

Trail runs in Chopwell Woods offer mapped 5, 10 and 15 mile routes through mixed woodland with live chip timing. Finishers receive a medal, a burger or alternative, and a drink.

A new 3.45 miles / 6.00 km fell race on 27 June 2026 around Kirkby-in-Furness, climbing 750 feet. The event counts for the BOFRA Championship and includes junior and senior age categories.

A return fell race from Alston playing field to Park Fell and back, covering 6.2 km with 211 m of ascent. It marks the Alston Gala 50th Anniversary and donates entry fees to the local mountain rescue team.

The Cringle Hill Fell Race will take place in Isle of Man on Saturday 27 June 2026.

Two trail races at Honister Slate Mine on 27 June 2026 combine fell climbs with a 700 m underground tunnel section. Routes are flagged and marshaled, helmets and headtorches are required, and the event is open to those aged 16 and over.

A functional fitness race at Riverside Arena on 27 June 2026 combining ten Xercises with running. Entries are for those 18 and over and include solo, doubles, and five-person relay formats plus a LITE weight division.