Trail Running calendar near East Dunbartonshire Council 2026-2027

A varied-terrain 10 km race in Arrochar, Argyll on 19 Sep 2026 with chip timing, a finisher medal, and prize categories including local and veteran awards. The route mixes forestry roads, woodland paths and a lakeside pavement with views of..

A 26.2 miles loop marathon in the Cairngorms National Park on 20 September 2026, mostly on trail with varied terrain around Kingussie. Entry includes a finisher's medal, T-shirt and post-race food; fee £89.99 and places limited.

Trail ultras across the Ochil Hills with 30 and 50 mile options plus a limited 100 mile event. Marked routes, chip timing, GPS tracking, checkpoints with water and drop-bag support; finishers receive medals and category prizes.

A 30 km hill race from Traquair House to Broughton Ales across the Scottish Borders with roughly 1500 m of ascent. The route uses hill tracks and open heather, has eight marshalled checkpoints and requires mandatory emergency kit.

Trail running festival at Dalkeith Country Park near Edinburgh offering distances from a family mile to an ultra marathon. Courses use woodland trails, firm paths and grassy sections, and one well controlled dog per runner is allowed.

Trail races at Floors Castle near Kelso offering 10km, 5km and a Junior 3km on hard packed gravel through gardens and ancient woodlands. The race village sits on the main lawn and entry includes estate access.

An off-road multisport race from Kinlochleven that includes a Loch Leven swim, mountain/gravel bike sections on the West Highland Way and a run up Ben Nevis, covering 73 km with substantial elevation.

Mud Madness at Chatelherault Country Park on 4 October 2026 features muddy obstacles, water hazards and family friendly 1 km and 5 km runs. Registration includes a Mud Madness t shirt and finishers receive a medal, water and a snack.

A 57 mile ultramarathon from Glasgow to Edinburgh with live GPS tracking, staffed checkpoints and strict kit and qualifying requirements. The mostly canal and towpath route passes the Falkirk Wheel and the Antonine Wall.

A 70 km circular mixed terrain ultra in and around historic Stirling, offered as solo entries or team relays of three or six, with aid stations, GPS live tracking and an overall 14 hour cut off.

The Aberfoyle Festival of Trail Running will take place in Aberfoyle on Saturday 10 October 2026. You can run between 21 and 63 kilometers.

Experience a fully waymarked 28 mile ultramarathon from the Scottish coast to the summit of Ben Nevis. This supported mountain adventure features stunning Highland trails and is designed to be accessible for everyday adventurers.

A charity 10 km trail run at Eglinton Park on 11 October 2026 supporting local mental health charity Release Ayrshire. The marked course has marshals and a donation bucket and finishers receive a medal and home baking.

The Up and Running Events - Chatelherault Country Park will take place in Ferniegair on Saturday 17 October 2026. You can run between 6 and 20 kilometers.

An eight-hour looped trail event at Tentsmuir Forest where runners complete 4.366 mile laps to accumulate distance. Laps are timed by wrist tags; 3 laps equal a half marathon, 6 a full marathon and 7 or more an ultramarathon.

A hill race from Alva Glen through the Ochils covering 14.6 km with 966 m of climb, visiting summit checkpoints including Ben Cleuch and The Nebit. Registration is at Alva Scout Hall and basic facilities and prize categories are provided.

A 38 mile ultramarathon and a four leg relay around Jedburgh on 24 October 2026, with marked route, checkpoints and compulsory safety kit. Limited entry and team places; event proceeds support local charities.

A two day self reliant mountain marathon in Scotland on 24 and 25 October 2026. Teams navigate with map and compass, carry overnight kit and choose between line or score courses across a rugged event area.

A *10 km* trail race from Auchterarder into the Ochil Hills with forest trails, stream crossings and a route shaped like a chilli pepper. Online entry, 16+ age limit, goody bag with snood and medal, prizes for finishers and costumes.

A scenic half marathon around Dalmeny Estate and Cammo Nature Reserve near Edinburgh, featuring wooded trails, riverside paths and modest climbs. Chip timed, medal for finishers and event proceeds support South Queensferry RNLI.