Trail Running calendar near Edinburgh 2025-2026

Join the Duergar Nightcrawler, a 10 mile night trail through the fabled Simonside Hills near Rothbury on 7 February 2026. Tackle rugged trails under headtorch light and enjoy an event buff plus a cup of mulled wine afterwards.

Take on the six hour Trailspire Ultra at Callander Park, a fully waymarked loop of rolling trails and woodland with views of historic Callander House. Run solo or with a two person relay team and see how many laps you can complete.

Warm up your winter at Glasgow Winter Warmer Run at Glasgow Green with 5k, 10k and half marathon options on a mainly flat course. Support Shelter and enjoy a friendly race with medals and post race treats.

Glentress Trail Marathon is a demanding mountain-trail race held in Glentress Forest in the Scottish Borders, between Peebles and Innerleithen, about an hour from Edinburgh. Runners complete two 21k laps of the Glentress route, totaling aro..

Glentress Trail Races sit in Glentress Forest near Peebles in the Scottish Borders, about an hour from Edinburgh. The event offers three distances: 21km, 10km and a new 5km for 2026. The 21k course combines forest singletrack and MTB trail..

Enjoy the Northumberland coast at Bamburgh on 21 Feb 2026 with four trail distances over sand and dunes. Fully waymarked courses, electronic timing and instant results make this Endurancelife day perfect for racers and scenic runners.

Challenge the snowy highlands at Snow Running Glenshee on Saturday 28 February 2026 near Ballater. A scenic hill race with crisp air and big views, entries open soon on ProTay.

Culzean Castle Trail Runs return on Sunday 1 March 2026 with 5 km, 10 km and half marathon options across scenic coastal woodlands. Canicross friendly, all finishers get a medal, Wild Deer merchandise and a snack.

Enjoy scenic trail running around Corstorphine Hill in Edinburgh with 10km, 5km and a 1km family fun run on 1 March 2026. Off road, clearly marked routes and post race mementos make this a great day out for runners and families.

Run the scenic John Muir Way 50 km trail or share the distance in a 2 x 25 km relay on 7 March 2026, starting at Port Seton and finishing at Foxlake in Dunbar. Transport from finish to start and coastal views included.

Take on the Kingdom of Northumbria Coastal Ultra, a scenic 54 km or 27 km coastal route from Bamburgh to Druridge Bay. Enjoy sea views and historic castles en route and finish with a medal and long sleeve t shirt.

Run from the shadow of Alnwick Castle on scenic routes through Hulne Park and the Priory, with 10 km and half marathon options. Every entry supports NE Youth and finishers receive a medal, Wild Deer merchandise and post race snacks.

Tackle the Pendulum 2026 in the Cheviot Hills on 22 March 2026: an 11 mile fell run over The Cheviot and Hedgehope Hill with big climbs and epic views. Well marked, marshalled and backed by mountain rescue for a memorable spring challenge.

Enjoy spring trails at Chatelherault Country Park in Hamilton on 29 March 2026 with 5 km, 10 km or 15 km options for all abilities. Friendly vibe, scenic views and easy online ticketing make this a great day out for runners and supporters.

Run Balmoral 15 mile trail on Balmoral Estate offers a scenic, challenging route from the castle along the River Dee and through Ballochbuie forest up toward Lochnagar. Expect changeable weather, a finisher medal and tree planted per entry.

Event overview Beecraigs Backyard Ultra takes place 25–26 April 2026 at Beecraigs Country Park, near Linlithgow in West Lothian, Scotland. The event uses the Backyard Ultra format: all entrants run the same loop in sequence and must complet..

Run a scenic 44 mile loop around the Firth of Forth from Helix Park, crossing both Forth bridges and linking coastal paths on a waymarked course. Enter solo or in teams of 2 or 4 for a memorable coastal ultramarathon experience.

Take on a classic point to point trail ultramarathon along the West Highland Way from Tyndrum to Fort William. Epic Highland scenery, big climbs and pure endurance reward across 42 miles.

Run the RAF Spadeadam Blue Streak Trail for a rare route across an active RAF station with launch platforms and stunning views of the Lake District and Hadrian's Wall. Choose 14 mile or 11 km, earn a medal and support RAF Benevolent Fund.

Run the award winning Hidden Glen 10K beside Loch Doine and into Monachyle Glen, with scenic trails and a 1K fun run for kids. Expect mixed tarmac and muddy trail, chip timing and medals for finishers.