Trail Running calendar near Dunbar 2024-2025

The Dollar Hill Race is a challenging 15km race organized by the Ochil Hill Runners, taking place in the scenic Dollar Glen. Participants navigate a rugged course that includes significant elevation changes, with checkpoints at various summits such as Saddle Hill and Andrew Gannel. The event emphasi..

The Wheelbirks Summer 10k is an exciting trail race set to take place at Wheelbirks Farm in Northumberland. This inaugural event features a diverse course that includes farm field boundaries, forest trails, and challenging climbs and descents, making it suitable for both novice and experienced runne..

The Alva Games will take place in Alva on Saturday 12 July 2025.

The Saint Cuthbert's Way Ultra is an exciting running event that takes participants along one of the UK's most renowned long-distance walking routes. This ultra-marathon features a fully way-marked course, with options for both 100KM and 45M races, making it a qualifying event for the UTMB. Runners ..

The Highlander Last One Standing is an endurance running event held at the picturesque Blair Castle Estate in Blair Atholl, Scotland. Participants must complete a 4.167-mile loop every hour, on the hour, until only one runner remains. This unique format tests both physical stamina and mental resilie..

The Northumberlandia 10K Trail Race offers a unique running experience, allowing participants to race up, over, and around the stunning landform of Northumberlandia. Scheduled for July 19, 2025, this event features a challenging 10K course that includes hills, stone paths, and forest tracks. A child..

The Northumberland Coastal Run, organized by Alnwick Harriers, is a challenging 14-mile race set along the stunning Northumberland coastline, starting from Beadnell Harbour and finishing at Alnmouth Estuary. Scheduled for July 27, 2025, the event is limited to 1,000 participants to ensure a sustaina..

Scurry to the Sea is a unique 12-mile running event scheduled for July 27, 2025. Participants will experience a scenic route that begins with a hill run to the top of Allermuir in the Pentlands, followed by a downhill journey towards the coast. The course combines cross-country trails, urban oriente..

The Isaac’s Tea Trail Ultra Marathon is a challenging 37-mile trail running event set in the stunning North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Participants will navigate a scenic loop starting and ending in Allendale, passing through picturesque locations like Ninebanks, Alston, and Nenthe..

The Scurry Around Devilla Forest Trail Running Festival is set to return in 2025, offering participants a chance to explore a network of scenic forest trails. The event features various race options, including a half marathon, 10km, and 5km trail runs, along with a 1.5km family fun run for children...

The Ochil 2000s is a challenging long-distance running event organized by the Ochil Hill Runners, featuring a course of 33 km with an elevation gain of 1770 meters. The race takes participants through the scenic Ochil Hills, requiring them to navigate various checkpoints at peaks over 2000 feet. Run..

The Simon Wake Comrie Hills Relay is a challenging 43k relay race set in the scenic hills surrounding Comrie village, Scotland. The event features four stages with a total ascent of 1,733 meters, catering to various skill levels. Legs 2 and 3 traverse rugged mountain terrain, while Legs 1 and 4 are ..

The Glenmore 24 Trail Race is a challenging 12/24-hour trail running event set in the picturesque Glenmore forest near Aviemore in the Scottish Highlands. Participants navigate a scenic 4-mile loop that includes stunning views of Loch Morlich. The race features a welfare area for runners and allows ..

The Enchanted Ultra 50K is an exciting ultra-marathon set in the stunning Cheviot Hills, taking place on September 6, 2025. Participants will navigate a challenging 50K course that showcases the area's natural beauty and rich history, including ancient forests and mystical landscapes. The event requ..

Pilgrims’ Ultra is an ultramarathon event organized by Cold Brew Events, featuring 50k, 100k, and 100-mile race options along the scenic St. Oswalds Way in Northumberland. Participants will experience breathtaking views of the coastline, islands, castles, and picturesque countryside, culminating at ..

The Cow Shed Backyard Ultra is a unique endurance running event scheduled for September 20, 2025, at Wheelbirks Parlour in Northumberland. Participants must complete a 4.1-mile loop every hour until only one runner remains, with disqualification for those who fail to start on time. The event introdu..

The Two Breweries Hill Race is an annual running event held in the scenic Scottish Borders, covering a challenging 30 km (18 miles) route with an ascent of 1500m (4900ft). Starting at Traquair House and finishing at Broughton Ales, the race celebrates local breweries and the spirit of hill running. ..

The Wild Deer Scottish Trail Runs will return to Dalkeith Country Park in 2025, offering a scenic venue for trail running just outside Edinburgh. Participants can choose from various distances, including 5km, 10km, half marathon, marathon, and an ultra distance of 32.5 miles. The event is suitable f..

The Glasgow to Edinburgh Ultra is a challenging 57-mile race that takes participants from the Riverside Museum in Glasgow to the Edinburgh Athletics Track. Scheduled for October 11, 2025, this event features a flat and fast-paced route, ideal for those aiming for personal bests. With a total elevati..

The Hadrian's Wall Half Marathon is a challenging trail event set against the backdrop of stunning historic scenery, celebrating its 5th year in 2025. The race covers a distance of 13.5 miles, starting at Housesteads Roman Fort and following the Hadrian’s Wall trail before finishing at Tyne Green Co..