Trail Running calendar near Dundee 2026-2027

A mainly offroad walking event in Peebles with two route options: 27.6 miles (1,720 m ascent) or 16.4 miles (897 m ascent). Paths climb to high grassy ridges above the Tweed Valley; checkpoints are scheduled for walkers but runners may part..

The Chariots Of Fire Beach Race will take place in St Andrews on Sunday 31 May 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

Chase summer evenings in Edinburgh with the Sundowner 5K Series, a relaxed yet competitive run across three scenic city parks. Enjoy chip timed racing, lively warm ups and post race photos as you test your speed over 5K or the full series.

Glen Lyon Ultra is a scenic 31 mile off road test in remote Perthshire with about 3500 ft of ascent and wet river crossings around Loch Lyon. Rugged trails and lochside camping make this a memorable challenge for adventurous trail runners.

A 100 km waymarked coastal trail from near Bamburgh Castle to Tynemouth Priory with five supported feed stations and medical cover. The route has about 2,400 ft of ascent, runners are tracked and there is a 24 hour cut off.

Killearn 10k Trail on 6 June 2026 winds through village lanes, the historic pipe track and the foothills of Dumgoyne, starting and finishing in Killearn Public Park. Limited to 250 places and entries are now closed.

The Glen Lyon Trail Race on 7 June 2026 is a scenic 15.5 mile off road loop around Loch Lyon with 1,500 ft of climb and several river crossings. Limited to 150 runners, expect a tough but rewarding challenge with camping at Glen Lyon Dam.

Take on the Palacerigg Trail 10k at Palacerigg Country Park in Cumbernauld, an undulating woodland route on single track and forest paths with trail shoes advised. Proceeds support Freedom City Foundation and its local foodbank and communit..

Run a three day guided ultra along Scotland's iconic West Highland Way, about 96 miles of lochs, glens and mountain views. This demanding guided adventure includes coaching, luggage transfers and overnight stops for seasoned trail runners.

Take on the Cairngorms Ultra Trail, a scenic 60 km race from Mar Lodge Estate near Braemar with about 1006 m ascent and a 48 km short course option. Waymarked trails, aid stations and camping make it a rugged Scottish mountain challenge.

A 96 mile ultramarathon along the West Highland Way from Milngavie to Fort William, with 14,760 ft of ascent and a 35 hour limit. Entrants must be 20 or older, have motorised support and prior trail race experience.

Take on the iconic Eildon Three Hill Race on 20 June in Gibson Park, Melrose, a 7.2 km challenge with 510 m ascent across the three Eildons. The 65th edition offers cash prizes and a fully marked route with mountain rescue support.

Chase summer evenings in Edinburgh with the Sundowner 5K Series, a relaxed yet competitive run across three scenic city parks. Enjoy chip timed racing, lively warm ups and post race photos as you test your speed over 5K or the full series.

Tackle the classic 20 mile Chevy Chase across wild Northumberland, summiting Cheviot and Hedgehope on an unmarked upland route that requires map and compass navigation. Finish in Wooler with food, T shirts and prizes.

Tackle a tough 15 km hill challenge with 960 m of climbing at Dollar Academy in Central Scotland on Sat 4 Jul 2026. Expect steep, rewarding climbs, lively team competition and easy entry online or on the day.

Run Edinburgh's seven hilltops in a mixed road, trail and hill event that blends urban navigation with racing. Choose your own route between hilltop checkpoints and opt for the competitive Race or the more relaxed Challenge.

Take on Saint Cuthbert's Way Ultra in July 2026, a scenic trail challenge from Wooler through Northumberland's Cheviots. Choose 100 km or 45 miles on fully waymarked trails, with UTMB qualification and stocked checkpoints to fuel your adven..

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.

Run the Blades is a summer weekend of trails among towering turbines at Whitelee Wind Farm. Pick 10K, half marathon, 50K or junior mile and celebrate at the Event Village at Turbine 53 with prizes and a spinning medal.

Trail races at Callendar House in Falkirk take place across parkland and woodland. Distances include 5km, 10km and a half marathon; the event is Canicross friendly and uses live chip-timing, with a medal and refreshments for finishers.