Trail Running calendar near Forres 2026-2027

Join a thrilling club organised night race at Deeside Activity Park on 22 January 2026, an 8.2 km test with 240 m of climbing through fields and woodland. Bring a good headtorch, map and compass and enjoy test kit, prizes and cafe treats af..

The Forfar Multi-Terrain will take place in Forfar on Sunday 1 February 2026. You can run 21 kilometers.

Experience running on compact piste snow at Glenshee as sunset turns into the winter night, with short 6.5 km and long 11.5 km circuits around the ski area. Bring mini crampons and lights. Hot food and prizes after the race.

Take on the scenic 33 miles along the old Deeside Railway from Duthie Park to Banchory and back in the Deeside Way Ultra on 14 March 2026. Limited to 200 runners, this Scottish trail challenge offers river views, support stations, and a fri..

Run a scenic 10k across sand, dunes, trail and pavement at the Newburgh Dunes Running Club Beach Bash on 21 March 2026 in Newburgh. Coastal views, a finisher medal and a friendly community vibe make this a must do and a waiting list is open..

Experience the Scottish Highlands at Ultra X Scotland in Inverness on 2 to 3 May 2026, with distances from 12 km to 110 km across single or two stage formats. Enjoy well stocked aid stations, camping options and epic trail scenery.

Explore the dramatic Moray coast on 9 May 2026 with 47 mile and 23 mile trail options taking you past beaches, cliffs and landmarks like Bow Fiddle Rock. Entries are limited to 150 per race with stocked aid stations and drop bag support.

Join the Cateran Trail Ultramarathon, a scenic 55 mile loop on ancient tracks around Spittal of Glenshee. With 2,250 m ascent, a 15 hour limit and UTMB Index, this mainly off road course offers rugged terrain and sweeping Highland views.

Experience the wild Scottish Highlands in the Cape Wrath Ultra, a 400 km multi stage adventure over eight days from Fort William to the Cape Wrath Lighthouse. Held each May, it also offers shorter Cape Wrath 100 and Explorer options.

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.

Run, camp and celebrate trails at Blair Castle Trail Weekender, 29 to 31 May 2026 in the stunning Atholl Estate. Choose distances from a kids fun run to a 58 km ultra, then relax with live music, yoga and outdoor cinema.

Take on the Cairngorms Ultra Trail, a scenic 60 km race from Mar Lodge Estate near Braemar with about 1006 m ascent and a 48 km short course option. Waymarked trails, aid stations and camping make it a rugged Scottish mountain challenge.

Take on the Moray Way Relay, a scenic team relay of roughly 100 miles starting and finishing in Forres as it winds along coastal trails, forests and sandy beaches. Teams of up to four run 12 legs within 24 hours using a tracker as the baton..

Take on the Moray Way 100, a stunning 100 mile ultra that starts and finishes in Forres on 27 June 2026. Link coastal cliffs, Speyside distilleries and forest trails in a mainly self sufficient race limited to 100 runners.

Tackle a spectacular 170 mile long distance foot race from Milngavie to Inverness along the West Highland Way and Great Glen Way, 02 to 05 July 2026. With only 20 places this epic supported challenge finishes with prize giving in Inverness.

Run the Great Glen Ultra on 4 July 2026, a 72 mile route with about 8,500 ft ascent from Corpach to Inverness along the scenic Great Glen Way. Expect canal towpaths, forest tracks and Loch Ness views plus 4 UTMB points.

Tackle a scenic unsupported solo challenge along the Great Glen Way from Fort Augustus to Inverness: 42 miles with 6,000 ft ascent and stunning Loch Ness views. Fully waymarked route finishes with a lap on the 400 m track at Inverness.

Experience traditional Highland Games with tossing the caber, piping, Highland dancing and fairground fun at Newtonmore on Saturday 1 August 2026. Test yourself on the Creag Dhubh Hill Race a rugged 4½ mile climb with about 1200 feet ascent..

Take on the scenic Speyside Way on 15 August 2026 with 50 km or 100 km ultra options that wind through whisky country to a coastal finish in Buckie. Trails, forestry tracks and a big climb at Ben Aigen make for a memorable and rewarding day..

Salomon Skyline Scotland returns 20 September 2025 to Nevis Range with mountain and trail races from 10 to 100 km. Enjoy epic skyrunning routes, live tracking, big screen commentary and a festival vibe for runners and spectators.