Trail Running calendar near Edinburgh 2025-2026

Join Maverick Race in the Ochil Hills from University of Stirling for scenic trails through Hermitage Wood and up Black Hill. Distances from 5 km to 49 km with marked, timed courses, aid stations, free parking and a finisher medal.

Take part in the Eyemouth Twilight 5K on 28 August 2026, a chip timed certified seaside run with Scott's Mini Fun Runs for kids. All finishers receive medals, a goodie bag and a Giacopazzi's gelato.

The River Ayr Way is a scenic 44 mile trail from Glenbuck Loch to the sea at Ayr, winding through river valleys rich in wildlife. Each September runners tackle the 40 mile River Ayr Way Challenge ultramarathon.

Tackle a scenic 50K through the wild Cheviot Hills from Wooler, with big climbs, sweeping views and rugged trails. Well supported with aid stations, GPS tracking and a finisher medal to celebrate your achievement.

Pilgrims Ultra on 26 September 2026 launches from Holy Island and offers 50k, 100k and 100 mile options along the scenic St Oswalds Way. Expect coastal views, Hadrian's Wall countryside, full tracking and finisher T shirt and medal.

Experience the Wild Deer Scottish Trail Runs at Dalkeith Country Park on 27 September 2026, with scenic woodland trails and open estate terrain. Distances from 5 km to a 32.5 mile ultra welcome all abilities and are canicross friendly.

Run 57 miles from Glasgow to Edinburgh along scenic canal towpaths, passing landmarks like the Antonine Wall. With 750 places and a 16 hour cut off, this point to point ultra rewards perseverance with tiered medals.

Join the William Wallace Running Festival on 10 Oct 2026 in Stirling for scenic routes past the Wallace Monument and other historic sights. Choices span a 1 mile fun run to 70 km with solo or relay teams and a lively finish at Stirling.

Run a scenic half marathon along Hadrian's Wall from Housesteads Roman Fort to Tyne Green in Hexham, with trail and riverside views. Enjoy chip timing, a medal and event T shirt plus shuttle options to the start.

Take on the 8 hour Tentsmuir Challenge on 24 October 2026 and run as many 4.366 mile loops through scenic Tentsmuir Forest as you can within the time limit. Trail footing, chip timed wristbands and finisher prizes make it ideal for marathon..

New for 2027, MTC GLAISTIG is a single day 31.3 mile ultra across scenic Scottish terrain as Day 2 of the Mount to Coast end to end challenge. With a limited field and bespoke medal this promises a tough, unforgettable trail experience.

Take on the MTC Nuckelavee, a 40 mile day from Edinburgh Airport to Perth on 31 May 2027 as part of the Mount to Coast SCOTIA series. Limited to 40 starters, enjoy scenic terrain and a bespoke finisher medal.

Join MTC Grimalkin, a scenic 34 mile single day ultra from Perth to Pitlochry on 1 June 2027 as part of the Mount to Coast End to End series. With a limited field and real time tracking this intimate event delivers a bold wilderness challen..

Take on the inaugural 13 day MTC ALBION, a 503 mile end to end ultra from Gretna Green to Lands End with dramatic landscapes and just 20 places. Daily cut offs and GPS tracking ensure safety while finishers collect daily and overall medals.

MTC Boggart is a bold single day 38 mile ultra from Gretna Green to Penrith, opening the MTC ALBION end to end challenge. With just 40 spots and rugged scenery this first edition promises a memorable run and a proud finisher medal.