Trail Running calendar near Edinburgh 2026-2027

Annual hill race near Strathyre, Perthshire on Saturday before the May Day holiday. The **20 km** route gains over **5000 ft (1500 m)** and visits Ben Each and Stuc a' Chroin; a licensed bar and free ceilidh follow.

The Neilston Pad Race will take place in Neilston on Saturday 2 May 2026.

Run a 10 km urban trail race through Carlisle's mix of roads and established tracks. The event starts and finishes at The Sands Centre with a participant cap of 300 runners. Prizes are awarded for overall and age group winners.

A rugged 55 mile circular trail across Perthshire with 2,250 metres of ascent and UTMB qualifying points. Self sufficient race starts and finishes at Gulabin Lodge, ending with a dramatic climb to An Lairig Pass and stunning views.

Join the Saltire Trail Races in Athelstaneford on Saturday 9 May 2026 for scenic 2 km, 5 km and 10 km farm trails at Kilduff Farm. Family friendly fun and village fair treats raise funds for Athelstaneford Primary School.

Community running event in Houston, Renfrewshire featuring 10K, 5K and kids runs on quiet lanes and footpaths. Chip on bib timing, medals for finishers, on day registration and post race refreshments.

Run a scenic half marathon in the historic grounds of Hulne Park near Alnwick Castle. The two-loop course features undulating paths and farm tracks. All finishers get a unique medal.

A weekend trail running festival at Blair Castle on 29 to 31 May 2026 with races from a kids run to a 58 km ultra. The programme includes camping, live music, talks, outdoor cinema, yoga and guided runs.

A mainly offroad walking event in Peebles with two route options: 27.6 miles (1,720 m ascent) or 16.4 miles (897 m ascent). Paths climb to high grassy ridges above the Tweed Valley; checkpoints are scheduled for walkers but runners may part..

A coastal 5 km out and back on West Sands in St Andrews with a companion 1 mile children’s fun run. Limited places are available and proceeds support RNLI and two local charities.

Chase summer evenings in Edinburgh with the Sundowner 5K Series, a relaxed yet competitive run across three scenic city parks. Enjoy chip timed racing, lively warm ups and post race photos as you test your speed over 5K or the full series.

A 50 km out and back ultramarathon along the Ayrshire Coast starting and finishing at Irvine Beach, running across beaches, promenades and trails from sunset into sunrise. Aid stations at 12, 25 and 37 km; drop bag option at 25 km.

A 56 mile ultramarathon on the Southern Upland Way starting in St Johns Town of Dalry and finishing in Moffat with live GPS tracking, mandatory kit rules, checkpoint support and a 20 hour cut off.

A 104 mile ultramarathon on the Southern Upland Way from St Johns Town of Dalry to Galashiels covering 4611 m of ascent. The event has 250 places, a 38 hour cut off, mandatory kit and live GPS tracking.

Glen Lyon Ultra is a scenic 31 mile off road test in remote Perthshire with about 3500 ft of ascent and wet river crossings around Loch Lyon. Rugged trails and lochside camping make this a memorable challenge for adventurous trail runners.

This 100km ultra follows the historic Northumberland coastline from Bamburgh Castle to Tynemouth Priory. It's a fully supported point-to-point journey passing iconic castles and harbours. Finishers are rewarded with a medal, merchandise, an..

Killearn 10k on 6 June 2026 is a 10 km trail race around Killearn Public Park and the foothills of Dumgoyne. The course mixes tarmac, forest paths and grassland and entry includes a technical t-shirt or vest.

The Glen Lyon Trail Race on 7 June 2026 is a scenic 15.5 mile off road loop around Loch Lyon with 1,500 ft of climb and several river crossings. Limited to 150 runners, expect a tough but rewarding challenge with camping at Glen Lyon Dam.

Take on the Palacerigg Trail 10k at Palacerigg Country Park in Cumbernauld, an undulating woodland route on single track and forest paths with trail shoes advised. Proceeds support Freedom City Foundation and its local foodbank and communit..

A trail race through sections of the West Highland Way and Mugdock Country Park covering approximately 8.4 miles. The event is limited to 300 runners, uses electronic chip timing, and awards medals plus refreshments to all finishers.