Trail Running calendar near Fochabers 2025-2026

Run the scenic 50 km Dava Way from Grantown on Spey to Forres, following the old Highland Railway through Cairngorms woodlands and moorland. A runnable trail ultra perfect for marathoners stepping up or experienced ultra runners.

Morven Hill Race at Groddie near Dinnet on Saturday 8 November 2025 offers three waymarked distances up a classic upland summit. Expect a testing climb, scenic views and limited entries on the day.

Run around Glamis Castle on 7 December 2025 on scenic woodland and parkland trails, with a 1 mile family run plus 5 mile and 10 mile races. Dogs are welcome in the 5 and 10 mile events and all finishers receive a bespoke medal and festive t..

Take part in the Aviemore Santa Run at Glenmore Lodge with a festive 5K or family Merry Mile and Santa suits or eco options. Enjoy live music, treats and mountain views while supporting local charities; pushchair and wheelchair accessible a..

The Loch Morlich Running Festival, organized by Fitnessat58°, takes place in the scenic Glenmore Forest, finishing at the picturesque Loch Morlich beach. Scheduled for January 3, 2026, this event offers two trail distances: 5.6KM and 11.2KM..

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.

Enjoy the scenic 33 mile Deeside Way Ultra from Duthie Park in Aberdeen, following the old railway out to Banchory and back. Waymarked route with water stations and cupless refills for a scenic spring ultramarathon.

Take on sand, dunes, trail and pavement at the Newburgh Beach Bash 10K on 21 March 2026. Run a scenic coastal route through Forvie National Nature Reserve and enjoy medals and prizes for finishers.

Explore the Great Glen and Loch Ness in Ultra X Scotland, a multi day trail ultramarathon based in Inverness. From short 12 km runs to bold 110 km challenges, enjoy marked routes, checkpoints, support and a celebrated finisher medal.

Tackle a 12 hour or 6 hour timed ultra along the scenic Formartine and Buchan railway on 9 May 2026. Run flat traffic free laps, chase distance targets and soak up a friendly ultra event vibe.

Moray Coastal Trail Races is a two-distance ultramarathon along Scotland’s Moray Coastal Trail. In 2025 the event introduced a 50-mile Ultra (Forres to Cullen Viaduct) and a 23-mile Trail (Lossiemouth to Cullen Viaduct). The course threads..

Run a rugged 55 mile circle of the Cateran Trail from Gulabin Lodge in Spittal of Glenshee. With 2,250 m ascent and mostly off road terrain, this UTMB Index qualifier is a tough scenic Highland challenge.

Kirkhill 8 is an 8 hour timed trail at Kirkhill Forest where you repeat a scenic 4.3 mile loop as many times as you like, aiming for distances from 20 miles to 50 miles. Field limited to 100 with pre entry closing 30 April 2026.

Blair Castle Trail Weekender offers scenic trail races from kids runs to a 60 km ultra across the Atholl Estate beneath the Cairngorms. The event village brings live music, outdoor cinema and wellness workshops for a festival feel.

Tackle a scenic 60 km ultra in the Cairngorms with about 1000 m ascent and waymarked trails so navigation is not needed. Limited entries protect the conservation area and aid stations plus basic camping are provided.

Saltire 24, 12 and 6 is a lapped endurance trail run at Knockburn Sports Loch near Banchory on 20 to 21 June 2026. Choose 24, 12 or 6 hour solo or team entries and tackle 4.2 mile laps on scenic waymarked trails.

Moray Way Relay Race The Moray Way Relay is a team relay covering about 100 miles around the Moray Way route. The course starts and finishes in Forres and follows the Moray Coastal Trail to Spey Bay, the Speyside Way to Grantown-on-Spey, th..

By Way of The Glen is a multiday 170 miles foot race from Milngavie to Inverness along the West Highland Way and Great Glen Way, with about 24,000 ft of ascent. Limited to 20 experienced entrants, it is an epic Scottish ultra challenge.

Tackle a scenic 42 mile Great Glen Way from Fort Augustus to Inverness with sweeping Loch Ness views and about 6,000 ft of ascent. Solo unsupported ultra with three drop bag checkpoints and a finishing lap on the athletics track.

Join The Highlander Backyard Ultra at Murthly Castle Estate, Perthshire from 18 to 20 July 2026 for an epic test of endurance. Repeat a 4.167 mile loop each hour until one runner remains, with camping and aid facilities on site.