Trail Running calendar near Dunfermline 2026-2027

Choose from a 5k, 10k, or half marathon on a scenic route through Edinburgh's Holyrood Park. The course includes laps around landmarks like Arthur's Seat on mixed terrain. Dogs are welcome to run alongside participants.

Experience a 7.2 km hill race up Cairn Table in East Ayrshire. This chip timed event features rough terrain and unmarked routes for runners seeking a self reliant hill running experience.

Experience a unique trail running event at the UK's largest onshore wind farm. Choose from several distances across a scenic weekend featuring robust routes and a vibrant event village near Glasgow.

Join The Highlander Backyard Ultra at Murthly Castle Estate from 18 to 20 July 2026 for the Last One Standing Scottish Championship, where runners tackle 4.167 mile loops each hour until one remains. Entries are open for 200 runners.

Experience the beautiful trails of Callendar Park in Falkirk with a choice of 5km, 10km, or Half Marathon routes. These Canicross friendly races feature chip timing and historic woodland scenery around Callendar House.

Experience trail running through the Caledonian pine forests and heather moorland of the Cairngorms National Park. This festival offers distances from 10km to 55km on the scenic Glen Tanar Estate.

Experience a unique 12 mile run from the peaks of the Pentland Hills to the shores of Musselburgh beach. Navigate a mix of cross country and urban trails with scenic views across Edinburgh.

Run 14 miles along the Northumberland coast from Beadnell to Alnmouth on 26 July 2026, mixing sand, road and trail and finishing on the beach. Limited places and a 3 hour 30 minute cut off for tide and safety mean book early.

A one lap trail race around Templeton Woods on 2 August 2026 covering about 5.5 miles. The event is open to runners aged 18 and over and features marked routes, first aid, refreshments and age and team prizes.

Experience the diverse terrain of Stirling with five trail distances ranging from a 5 km forest run to a 50 km mountain ultra. Navigate undulating trails and fell climbs starting from the historic University of Stirling.

Explore a network of scenic forest trails starting from the grounds of Tulliallan Castle. This festival offers half marathon, 10km, and 5km trail runs alongside a family fun run.

A challenging fell race in Northumberland's beautiful countryside. The 5.8km route features 300m of climb and is part of the regional championship. Entry is available on the day.

A long fell race across the Ochil Hills from Glen Devon to Stirling University, visiting multiple summit controls. The route includes two marked sections, mandatory navigation kit, and pre entry or limited on the day entry.

Celebrate a decade of trail running in Scotland at the 10th anniversary of the Dunoon Ultra Marathon. Choose between a solo ultra or a three person relay through the scenic landscapes of Argyll with a historic pier finish.

Run the Borders is a 109 km loop on the Borders Abbey Way passing four ruined abbeys and historic towns. Options include a 50K, the full 109 km and a four person relay on mixed tarmac, trails and riverbanks.

Experience a solo adventure at Dalkeith Country Park with trail runs and weighted ruck challenges. Navigate woodland paths through a historic 1000 acre estate south of Edinburgh featuring live chip timing and specialized categories.

Experience a 10 km trail race on the Isle of Arran featuring rough footpaths and forestry roads with 600 feet of ascent. Starting from Brodick, this scenic route offers a mix of hill climbs and forest descents.

Enjoy a three part summer 5K series through Edinburgh's scenic parks. These chip timed evening races at Inverleith Park, Leith Links, and Fettes offer a friendly atmosphere for runners of all abilities.

Join the Eyemouth Twilight 5k on 28 August 2026 for a chip timed coastal evening run with medals for finishers. Family friendly Scott's Mini Fun Runs, goodie bags and Giacopazzi's Gelato at the finish make it a fun seaside outing.

A way marked 53 mile trail ultramarathon along the iconic West Highland Way from Milngavie to Tyndrum. This inclusive point to point race features 2300m of ascent through the Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park.