Trail Running calendar near Giffnock 2025-2026

The West Highland Way Race will take place in Milngavie on Saturday 20 June 2026. You can run 98 miles.

The Great Glen Ultra is a 72 mile point to point race along the Great Glen Way from Fort William to Inverness, with dramatic Loch Ness and Highland views. Built for solo unsupported runners, marshalled checkpoints and 8,500 ft of climb make..

Take on the British Championship Hill Race at the Alva Games in Scotland. A short 2.5 km course climbs 365 m through steep slopes, gorse and muddy gullies, with junior and senior categories for a proper hill running test.

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.

The GBultras | Ultra Great Britain will take place in Stranraer on Saturday 8 August 2026.

Race Across Scotland is a legendary multi day 215 mile ultramarathon along the Southern Upland Way from Portpatrick to Cockburnspath, with over 7200 m of ascent. Entries are by application, places are limited and a waitlist is open.

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.

Test yourself at the Borders eight hour Challenge on 05 September 2026: run as many 4.366 mile trail loops around Borders Forest Park as you can in eight hours, with roughly 480 ft of climbing per lap. Electronic wristbands record each lap.

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.

Salomon Skyline Scotland brings mountain and trail racing to Nevis Range near Fort William with distances from 10 km to 100 km. Expect live commentary, tracking, an expo, local food stalls and a lively prize giving and evening party.

Salomon Skyline Scotland brings mountain and trail racing to Nevis Range near Fort William with distances from 10 km to 100 km. Expect live commentary, tracking, an expo, local food stalls and a lively prize giving and evening party.

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.

The Glasgow to Edinburgh Ultra is a 57 mile point to point run linking the cities via canals and towpaths. Take in the Falkirk Wheel and Union Canal while testing endurance with live tracking and chip timing.

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.

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..

Take on Scurry to the Sea, a 12 mile run from Pentland summits down to Musselburgh beach. Trails, cross country and urban navigation combine for a scenic, adventurous challenge.

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.