Trail Running calendar near Forfar 2026-2027

Join Kirkhill 8 on 23 May 2026 for a scenic 4.3 mile trail loop in Kirkhill Forest that you can repeat over an eight hour window to chase distances from marathon to 50 miles. Limited to 100 places, this friendly, inclusive event fills fast.

Community trail run in Tomatin offering 5 km and 10 km routes on rural roads and hilly paths. Water stations, distance markers and medals for finishers with trophies for fastest adult and child in each distance.

MacTuffX Glasgow on 24/05/2026 offers solo, doubles and relay formats over 10x400m or 10x800m segments, with distinct entry fees by category and an age restriction of 18 or older.

A final local trail race around St Boswells of about 13 km featuring riverside views, rooty paths and the Wobbly Bridge. Entry is £15 and the field is limited to 150 runners.

MacTuffX Aberdeen on 25 May 2026 features interval events of ten 400 m or 800 m repeats, offered in solo, doubles and relay formats. Entrants must be 18 or older.

Blair Castle Trail Weekender is a three day trail event in Blair Atholl from 29 to 31 May 2026. Official timing is provided and race day results will be published.

Peebles Pootle is an offroad walking event around Peebles offering two route options with significant ascent. Checkpoints follow walking opening times but runners may participate.

Run along the sand of West Sands beach in this unique 5km beach race inspired by the iconic film scene. All adult finishers receive a medal, a fudge doughnut, and a beer, with proceeds supporting local charities. A children's one-mile fun r..

Three evening *5 km* races in Edinburgh at Inverleith Park, Leith Links and Fettes. Individual entry is £12 or £30 for all three; chip timing, photos, marked routes and age-category prizes are provided.

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.

Test your physical and mental boundaries at the Glentress 8 Hour Challenge. Join a passionate community of runners for a transformative journey to unlock your potential and embrace the extraordinary.

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.

Enjoy a 34 km or 24 km point to point fun run from Aberdeen to Ellon. This non competitive event features on course refreshments and a special goody bag at the finish.

A mountain hill race in the Western Mamores covering about 13 km and 1300 m of ascent over two Munro summits. The unmarked, clockwise route starts and finishes near Lower Falls and requires mandatory mountain safety kit.

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.

Experience the only coastal Spartan race in the UK at the historic Hopetoun Estate. Choose from multiple distances or complete three races in one day against a backdrop of stunning Scottish scenery and flowing terrain.

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..

An approximately 8.4 mile trail race around the West Highland Way and Mugdock Country Park, timed with chip timing and limited to 300 entries. The event supports the local Scout Group and requires runners to carry their own food and water.

A guided three day running journey along the West Highland Way covering about 154 km with coaching, luggage transfers and shared accommodation. Prior ultra experience and a set fitness pace are required.

Turnhouse Hill Race is a hill running event in the Pentland Hills near Flotterstone. The senior course is about 5.2 km with steep ascent and descent, and the junior course is about 2.2 km and free to enter.