Trail Running calendar near Dunbar 2026-2027

Scenic multi terrain races at Hulne Park near Alnwick Castle on 24 May 2026, featuring 5k, 10k, half marathon and junior 2k. The traffic free event includes chip timing, water stations and a finisher medal.

MacTuffX Glasgow on 24 May 2026 combines running with ten Xercises across solo, doubles and relay formats. Entry categories include standard and LITE weight divisions with fees varying by category.

A final local trail race in St Boswells covering about 13 km across river trails, open fields and rooty paths with a historical Wobbly Bridge midway. Numbers are issued in the village Hall and entry is £15.

A guided social trail run of approximately 9 km through Mugdock Park and Craigallian Woods, aimed at runners who can run a road 10 km in under 60 minutes. Mud is likely and the group is led by a qualified, first aid trained guide.

Experience a premier trail running weekend in the heart of the Scottish Highlands. Choose from multiple distances ranging from 7km to a 58km ultra, complemented by live music, yoga, and outdoor cinema at historic Blair Castle.

A mainly offroad walking event from Peebles offering *27.6 miles* or *16.4 miles* routes with large climbs above the Tweed Valley and a finish in Peebles with hot food available.

Trail runs at Druridge Bay Country Park in Morpeth offering 5 km and 10 km courses over paths, trails and beach. The event is canicross friendly and supports HospiceCare North Northumberland.

A 16 km unmarked hill race in the Lowther Hills with 1200 m of climb, limited to 200 runners. Competitors must carry mandatory kit, bring a refillable cup for water stations, and be prepared to navigate open, pathless terrain.

Chariots of Fire Beach Race is a 5 km out and back on West Sands, St Andrews, with a 1 mile children's fun run. The event uses chip timing, offers post race refreshments and raises funds for RNLI and local charities.

Glentress 8 Hour Challenge is an 8 hour running event at Glentress on 6 June 2026 organised by NU Limits Running. Registration for this edition closed on 3 March 2026.

A 100 km coastal trail from near Bamburgh Castle to Tynemouth Priory, passing historic sites and seaside towns. The waymarked, supported point to point course includes five feed stations, medical cover, runner tracking and a 24 hour cut off..

A Scottish Athletics affiliated *10 km* trail race in Killearn on 6 June 2026, run over mixed surfaces with about 310 ft of elevation. Entries include a technical t-shirt or vest and official bib transfers are allowed until 31 March 2026.

Obstacle races at Hopetoun Estate near Edinburgh on June 7, 2026 include Sprint 5 km, Super 10 km and Beast 21 km, plus a kids race. Participants can attempt a Trifecta in one day while Tough Mudder Scotland runs the same weekend.

Approximately 10k trail run around Palacerigg Country Park with single-track and forest paths, raising funds for Freedom City Foundation. Pre-entry is preferred and participants must be 16 or older.

An approximately 8.4 mile trail race around the West Highland Way and Mugdock Country Park, timed with chip timing and limited to 300 entries. The event supports the local Scout Group and requires runners to carry their own food and water.

A three day ultra running challenge along the West Highland Way covering about 54 km, 42 km and 58 km on successive days. Small group format with overnight bag transfer and varied Highland scenery from Loch Lomond to Fort William.

A hill race in the Pentland Hills on 10 June 2026 with senior and junior routes. The senior course covers about 5.2 km with a 310 m climb and includes steep, heathered summit sections and marshalled tracks.

An evening two-lap race in Linn Park on Glasgow's south side, covering just under 8 km and featuring the park waterfall and historic Halfpenny Bridge. The event is manually timed, supports the Friends of Linn Park, and has limited entry.

An off road 60 km ultra based at Mar Lodge in the Cairngorms National Park with 1006 m ascent, limited aid stations and a 48 km short course option via CP5 at Linn of Dee.

A mixed terrain mud obstacle event in Walton offering 10 miles, 10K, 6k and a junior 4k. The course includes technical obstacles, a 100 metre slip and slide and on-course water stations.