Trail Running calendar near Dundee 2026-2027

Take on the Bennachie Ultra Marathon, a scenic yet demanding 50k across Bennachie peaks with over 5000 ft of climb on trails and moorland. Limited pre entry places make this October classic a must for experienced trail runners.

The Dramathon is a unique running event through the Speyside whisky region on 17th October 2026. Choose from marathon, half marathon, 10K, or relay distances along a route passing famous distilleries. Finishers earn whisky samples as a rewa..

A challenging hill race in the Ochils, starting and finishing in Alva Glen. The 14.6 km route visits several summits, including Ben Cleuch. Entry is affordable, with prizes for top finishers and veterans.

The Jedburgh Three Peaks Ultramarathon and Relay Race is a 38-mile trail event. It is run in association with the Jedburgh Running Festival and is scheduled for October 2026.

Join the Halloween themed Auchterarder 10K Chilli Trail on 31 October for a fun, chilli pepper shaped route into the Ochil Hills with forest trails, stream crossings and sweeping views. All finishers get a snood and a bespoke medal.

Run under the stars at Dark Skies Run in Wooler on 31 October 2026, a Trail Outlaws night trail in Northumberland National Park with fully marked routes and stocked checkpoints. 10k and Half Marathon options.

Run a scenic half marathon on Halloween through the woodland and coastal paths of Dalmeny Estate and Cammo Nature Reserve. The event supports the local RNLI, and finishers get a medal and post-race refreshments. With about 300 participants,..

Explore the forest trails of Tentsmuir in this trail running festival. Choose from a half marathon, 10km, 5km, or a 1.2km run. All routes are clearly marked and marshalled, with finishers in the longer distances receiving a medal.

The Dava Way 50K is a 50-kilometer trail race along the historic railway line from Grantown-on-Spey to Forres. With a runnable path and a climb to Dava Summit, it passes iconic landmarks like the Divie viaduct. The event has a limit of 300..

A multi-terrain ultra around the Tweed Valley based at Glentress Peel Visitor Centre in mid-November. Two route options, 65 km and 50 km, follow forest trails, riverside paths and open moorland with marked routes and aid stations.

Part of the South By Five series, this is a free 5km run in Glasgow's Linn Park. It's one of six park events over 12 weeks, with the goal of completing five to finish the series. Entry supports local community and charity projects.

Join the Hermitage Trail Runs at the Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill. Choose from a 10km or 5km trail run, or a festive 1.2km fun run for children. The fun run supports local community and school projects.

Run a free 5 km in Glasgow's Rouken Glen park as part of the South By Five series. Your participation supports the Acorn Trails Community Fund and a local animal charity. Join for a community focused run and an optional park clean up.

Run through the festive private grounds of Scotland's historic Glamis Castle. Choose from a family-friendly 1-mile run or 5-mile and 10-mile trail runs, some of which are canicross-friendly. All finishers get a bespoke medal and festive tre..

South By Five is a free 5 km park run series in Glasgow. The Pollok Park event is one of six races held over 12 weeks. Participants can run single events or aim to complete the series.

A trail running festival on 3 January 2027 through Glenmore Forest finishing at Loch Morlich beach, offering 5.6 km and 11.2 km races with chip timing, finisher medals, home baking and prizes; dogs are allowed on leads.

This is a single 5km event in Bellahouston Park, part of the wider South By Five series visiting six Glasgow parks. Entry is free but includes a mandatory donation to a community fund. Runners can join just this race or aim to complete the..

The Vogrie Country Park Trail Running Festival offers four distances on mixed-terrain trails. The half marathon, 10k, and 5k courses loop through the estate's woodlands and the Tyne Valley. All runners get a medal, with a post-race beer for..

The South By Five series brings a free 5km run to Queens Park in Glasgow. This is a single event in a 12-week series visiting six parks. Entry requires a community donation, with support for a local animal charity.

Run 35 miles from Perth to Pitlochry in this single-day ultramarathon. The Grimalkin is also day four of the multi-day MTC Scotia challenge across Scotland. All finishers receive a medal, and strict pace and mandatory kit requirements apply..