Trail Running calendar near Dumfries 2025-2026

Run through the dramatic grounds of Culzean Castle and Country Park on 1 March 2026, choosing from 5km, 10km or a half marathon. Enjoy coastal views, woodland trails and a lively finish with medal, goodies and Canicross friendly options.

Take on the John Muir Way Ultra Marathon, a scenic 50 km coastal trail along East Lothian with a team relay for two. Follow coastal, rural and woodland paths from Port Seton to Foxlake Adventures in Dunbar.

Run under star filled skies with Trail Outlaws Dark Skies Run Series at UK dark sky venues like Kielder. Night trail races from 10K to 26.6 miles offer a friendly, highly rated atmosphere for adventurous runners.

Take on the iconic Black Combe fell race in the Lake District: a tough 13 km course with about 1000 m climb and stunning views. Pre entry only, over 18s welcome, and every entry includes a pie.

The CBTE Morland 'Marathon' is a 29 mile trail ultra with about 3,000 ft of climbing through Eden Valley near Pennines and Howgills. Stone circles, waterfalls and village charm await; open to runners and walkers with full tracking.

Run a muddy, hilly 5k through Hamsterley Forest with natural obstacles and a fun, small field vibe. Open to runners and dogs, entries capped at 50 and finishers get medals and photos.

Take on the Carrock Fell Race in the Lake District on 8 March 2026, 9 km with 500 m climb over rugged terrain. Unmarked route demands map and compass skills and entry is on the day for a spur of the moment fell challenge.

Enjoy stunning Lakeland scenery while tackling the classic Causey Pike fell race, 4.5 miles with 543 m of climb over rough terrain. Pre entry via SiEntries is required, full FRA kit is mandatory and minimum age is 16.

Run beside Alnwick Castle on scenic trails through Hulne Park and the Priory with 10km and Half Marathon options, live chip timing, medals and Wild Deer merchandise for finishers. A portion of every entry supports NE Youth.

Test yourself on Sun 15 Mar 2026 in the Lake District with a 15 km fell race from Muncaster Castle featuring 620 m of climb over rough, sometimes navigational terrain. Entry is cash only on the day, £5, teams welcome.

The Mount Karrin will take place in Sulby on Sunday 15 March 2026. You can run 14 kilometers.

Take on a scenic 8 km trail with about 400 m of climb around Bulbys Wood, Ingram on Sun 15 Mar 2026. Entry is on the day only, £5, for runners aged 16 or over seeking a tough, rewarding hill challenge.

Jarrett's Jaunt is a Lake District fell race from Wath Brow Bridge, with rugged trails, steep climbs and great views. About 9 km with 440 m ascent, the handicap format gives a fun competitive test and pre entry is required.

Pendulum 2026 is an 11 mile fell race in Langleeford on 22 March, tackling Hedgehope and Cheviot for stunning views. Timed event with rescue support, a halfway water stop and a finisher medal for a rewarding but tough day on the fells.

Run a scenic 20 kilometre trail around Buttermere and Crummock Water, with undulating lakeshore, woodland and technical sections on the western shore. Fully waymarked and ideal for trail runners seeking fresh fell scenery.

Northern Traverse 2026 is a self supported coast to coast ultra from St Bees to Robin Hood's Bay, running 28 March to 1 April. Runners tackle roughly 300 km and 6,500 m of ascent across three National Parks, mountains, moors and valleys for..

Take on the Lakes Traverse 100 km ultra across the Lake District, following Wainwrights iconic Coast to Coast route from St Bees to Shap. This two day challenge on 28 and 29 March 2026 winds through Ennerdale, Borrowdale and Haweswater.

Run around Grasmere's lakes and village with 5km and 10km trail races plus weekend duathlons on 28 and 29 March 2026. Canicross friendly and full of local charm, all finishers get a medal and Wild Deer goodies.

Fremington Frenzy is an 11 km fell and trail run from Reeth with a stiff opening climb, technical rocky sections and a scenic riverside finish. Limited to 100 runners, the waymarked route offers aid stations and post race drinks and cakes.

Join the NAV4 Daffodil Run & Walk around Pooley Bridge for a scenic out and back to Hallin Fell with mixed trails, open slopes and marshal support. Choose 13, 10 or 6 mile options, then enjoy drinks and tray bakes at the hall.