Trail Running calendar near Dumfries 2025-2026

The Lakeland Trails Ultra will take place in Ambleside on Saturday 11 July 2026. You can run between 14 and 100 kilometers.

Take on the British Championship Hill Race at the Alva Games in Scotland. A short 2.5 km course climbs 365 m through steep slopes, gorse and muddy gullies, with junior and senior categories for a proper hill running test.

The Swirral Grind 850 is an epic uphill only 6 km mountain race from Patterdale climbing 850 m to Swirral Edge and the summit of Helvellyn. Fully marked and supported, finishers receive a recycled wildflower seed bomb medal.

Take on the Rab Pinnacle Ridge Extreme around the Helvellyn Massif from Patterdale on 18 July 2026. This 28 km 2700 m skyrun features exposed ridgelines, scree descents and five hands on scrambles; entry is vetted.

Take on the Rab Helvellyn Sky Ultra in Patterdale on 18 July 2026, a rugged 57 km with 3700 m ascent over Striding Edge and Swirral Edge. Marked mountain trails, safety support and ITRA UTMB points await plus a wild seed bomb medal.

Tackle a scenic 15 km loop with 680 m ascent around Place Fell on Ullswater, featuring semi technical trails and panoramic climbs. Finish with a recycled seed bomb medal and vegan salty soup after a mid route aid station.

Challenge the St Sunday Sky Race in Patterdale on 18 Jul 2026, 29 km with about 2050 m ascent over technical ridges like Striding and Swirral Edges. Fully supported with checkpoints, tracking, ITRA points and a post race meal.

Tackle the iconic Montane Lakeland 50 or 100 from Coniston, a rugged, scenic ultra through the Lake District fells and lakes. Expect steep climbs, technical navigation and a true test of endurance for experienced runners.

Take on the classic Ambleside fell race near Rydal Park, a short but sharp climb to a rocky summit set in Lakeland scenery. Open to seniors and juniors with age categories, this BOFRA counter promises a stiff test of speed and stamina.

Run 37 miles with 4,800 ft of ascent along Isaac's Tea Trail through the North Pennines AONB and UNESCO Geopark. Stocked checkpoints, tracking, a branded mug and photos await solo runners or three person relay teams within a 12 hour limit.

Join the Farleton Knott fell race on Sunday 2 August 2026 for a steep 2.6 mile 4.2 km climb and descent with rewarding views from the top. Fast and scenic, the event welcomes juniors through seniors and has on site parking for a small fee.

The GBultras | Ultra Great Britain will take place in Stranraer on Saturday 8 August 2026.

Race Across Scotland is a legendary multi day 215 mile ultramarathon along the Southern Upland Way from Portpatrick to Cockburnspath, with over 7200 m of ascent. Entries are by application, places are limited and a waitlist is open.

Join Maverick Race in the Ochil Hills from University of Stirling for scenic trails through Hermitage Wood and up Black Hill. Distances from 5 km to 49 km with marked, timed courses, aid stations, free parking and a finisher medal.

Take on the Devil Half Marathon, a 13.1 miles trail through the Derwent Valley with 1666 ft of ascent. Finish with photography, music and a finisher T shirt plus cash prizes for top finishers.

Run the Morland Half Marathon on 16 August 2026 from Morland Village Hall in the Eden Valley. Enjoy a scenic, self navigated trail over mixed off road terrain with rivers, woodlands and about 1330 ft of climbing, plus a finisher medal.

The Gateshead Trail 10k is a scenic, traffic-free 10-kilometre trail race in Swalwell, Gateshead, weaving through the Derwent Walk Country Park. The fast course features wide paths, only a few inclines, and a double-loop at the top, keeping..

Hartsop Hop is a rugged fell race from the sheep pens above Hartsop. Steep climbs, technical descents and wild mountain views via Haweswater and Nan Bield Pass promise a compact, scenic challenge.

Challenge yourself on the classic Muker Show Fell Race in the Yorkshire fells on Wednesday 2 September 2026. A short but brutal route plunges through the river then climbs to Fremington Edge for a thrilling, punchy finish.

The The Maverick Kielder Forest Gravel Trail Running Event will take place in Hexham on Saturday 5 September 2026.