Trail Running calendar near East Kilbride 2026-2027

Trail races at Dalkeith Country Park in September 2026 cover distances from a family 1 mile to a 32.5 mile ultra. Courses use woodland and estate paths, live chip timing is provided, canicross is allowed and on site parking is available.

A 57 mile ultra on 10 October 2026 between Glasgow and Edinburgh following canals and towpaths and passing the Falkirk Wheel and the Antonine Wall. The event has marked route, live GPS tracking, checkpoints and mandatory kit requirements.

Run a 50km ultra through Scottish history around Stirling. Choose to tackle the mixed-terrain loop solo or in a team relay. The event includes live tracking, aid stations, and a 14-hour cutoff.

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.

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.

Trail running festival at Tentsmuir Forest on 01 Nov 2026 offering a Half Marathon, 10 km, 5 km and a 1.2 km family run. Routes are clearly marked and marshalled and finishers in the main distances receive medals and mementos.

A nocturnal ultra where runners cover a well marked 5 km trail loop as many times as possible in six hours. Solo runners and teams of up to three pass a tented base each lap and race with music, lights and on course support.

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.

Trail runs at the Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill on 22 November 2026 include 10 km and 5 km off road courses plus a 1.2 km festive fun run for children. Proceeds from the fun run support local groups.

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..

A winter hill race in Southern Galloway with a 17.50 km circular course and 800 m ascent to Cairnsmore of Fleet. Organised by Galloway Mountain Rescue Team, it requires fell running experience, navigation skills and mandatory map and waterp..

Trail runs at Vogrie Country Park on 17 January 2027 feature multiple distances across marked mixed terrain laps through estate paths, woodlands and the Tyne Valley, with on site refreshments and medals.

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..

The MTC Glaistig is a 31-mile ultra marathon through Scotland, forming day two of the epic nine-day MTC Scotia challenge. Starting in Innerleithen and finishing near Edinburgh Airport, runners must maintain a minimum pace. All finishers ear..

The MTC Nuckelavee is a 41-mile ultramarathon from Edinburgh Airport to Perth. It is the third stage of the nine-day SCOTIA challenge across Scotland. All finishers receive a unique medal, and strict pace requirements apply.

Thirteen day end to end ultra across England covering 503 miles from Gretna Green to Lands End. Field limited to 20 competitors; organisers provide personalised kit, daily medals and a finisher trophy.

A single day 37.6 mile ultra from Gretna Green to Penrith, the MTC Boggart is Day 1 of the MTC ALBION end to end of England. Entries are limited, mandatory kit is required and all finishers receive a medal.