Trail Running calendar near Forres 2026-2027

Tackle a scenic 12 or 24 hour loop around Loch Morlich in Glenmore Forest, testing endurance on a supportive, compact course. Limited entries and a runners welfare hub at The Hayfield make for a friendly, focused event.

A mountain running event on 5 September 2026 from New Town Park, Fort William, ascending Ben Nevis to the summit and returning. Entry is by pre-selection, limited to 600 places, and club membership plus hill race qualifying is required.

Experience an off road trail running adventure through the Scottish Highlands from Ben Nevis to Glencoe. Choose between a full or half marathon featuring mountain terrain and the famous Devils Staircase.

A running festival at Crathes Castle on 12 September 2026 featuring a half marathon, a 5 km and a 1.5 km kids race across estate grounds and nearby country roads. The event is organised by the National Trust for Scotland and supports its co..

Beast Race is a 10 km obstacle course in Banchory, Scotland on 12 September 2026, featuring hill climbs, water obstacles, island crossings and heavy mud. Regular entry is sold out and entry is currently by charity or corporate code only.

An 11 km hill race with 430 m of climb near Monymusk. Entry is by pre entry only via Webscorer, and entry fees are listed as 2024 prices with registration details to be confirmed.

Ben Nevis Skyline is a 30K mountain and trail race at Nevis Range near Fort William, part of Salomon Skyline Scotland over 18 to 20 September 2026. The weekend features live tracking, big screens, food traders, an expo, prize giving and an..

Experience a premier mountain and trail running event at the Nevis Range near Fort William featuring multiple race distances from 20K to 100 miles in the scenic Lochaber region.

A multi-race mountain and trail running festival at Nevis Range near Fort William, held from 18 to 20 September 2026, offering distances from 5 km to 100 miles and an event village with live tracking and big screens.

A 47 km mountain ultramarathon across the Mamores ridge with 3,100 m ascent, fully waymarked and GPS tracked. The route links five Munro summits and finishes at Nevis Range with an aid station in Glen Nevis.

Fyvie Castle hosts a multi terrain 5 km race plus 1600 m and 800 m trail runs on dates in 2026. Chip timing, medals and age specific rules are in place and refreshments will be available at the castle.

A single loop trail marathon in the Cairngorms National Park on 20 September 2026. The 26.2 mile course is about 80% trail and 20% road, starting and finishing in Kingussie with a finisher medal, T shirt, on site food and prizes.

Take on the Bennachie Ultra Marathon, a scenic yet demanding 50k across Bennachie peaks with over 5000 ft of climb on trails and moorland. Limited pre entry places make this October classic a must for experienced trail runners.

Experience a point to point 10k trail run through Elchies woods and the Mannoch Road. This scenic route concludes at the Cardhu Distillery where participants over 18 can enjoy a complimentary dram.

A Speyside running event offering marathon, half-marathon, 10 km and a four person relay along the Speyside Way, with distilleries on the route and whisky miniatures available at the finish.

A 50 km trail race on 7 November 2026 following the Dava Way from Grantown-on-Spey to Forres, mostly on the old Highland Railway line. Mixed woodland and moorland terrain, Dava Summit climbs, 300 entries and an 8 hour cutoff.

Knockfarrel Hill Race on 7 November 2026 is an 8 km hill race with 300 m of climb, with day-of-event registration at Strathpeffer Community Centre replacing the previous Shinty Pavilion location.

A solo *69 km* trail run from Glamis Castle to Scone Palace on 28 November 2026 with marked route, GPS tracking, checkpoints and a finishers' medal and meal. Entry includes chip timing, a bus to the start and drop bag support.

Experience a festive trail run through the stunning private grounds of Scotland’s historic Glamis Castle. With 1 mile, 5 mile, and 10 mile distances, there is an event for everyone including canicross runners and families.

A trail running festival on 3 January 2027 through Glenmore Forest finishing at Loch Morlich beach, offering 5.6 km and 11.2 km races with chip timing, finisher medals, home baking and prizes; dogs are allowed on leads.