Trail Running calendar near Glenbuck Loch 2025-2026

Take on the Loweswater Show fell race on Sun 6 Sep 2026 in the Lake District, starting at New House Farm, Lorton. This punchy 4.2 km with 305 m of climb is open to runners 13 plus with on the day registration and free race entry; teams welc..

Celebrate the 20th anniversary of the River Ayr Way Challenge, a stunning 40 mile ultra along Scotland's River Ayr on 12 September 2026. Expect rolling countryside, a coastal finish, and a friendly field of runners from across the UK.

Tackle a classic Lake District fell run around Helvellyn and the Dodds, a rugged 18.5 km loop with 1450 m of climbing and stunning mountain views. Open to adults with pre entry or day entry for a proper fell challenge.

The Old Crown Round on 12 Sep 2026 is a tough 36 km Lake District fell race with 2200 m of climbing across pathless open fell, so navigation skills are essential. Pre entry via SiEntries is required and teams are welcome.

Tackle a 50 km trail through the dramatic Cheviot hills from Wooler, crossing Humbleton Hill, St Cuthbert's Way and the Cheviot over rocky trails, woods and open moorland. GPS navigation is required and a tracker is provided.

Tackle the Thornthwaite Round in the Lake District on 19 Sep 2026, a scenic fell race of 15.6 km with 871 m of climb across forest tracks and open fell. Friendly entries on the day and homemade tea await finishers.

Explore Lake District fells and lakes at 13 Valleys Ultra, choosing distances from 22 km to 180 km to suit every trail runner. Fully way marked with ITRA points and Western States qualifier status.

Explore Dalkeith Country Park on 27 September 2026 for the Wild Deer Scottish Festival Trail Runs, offering distances from a family mile to a 32.5 mile ultra and welcoming Canicross. Finishers get a medal, event merch and live chip timing.

Tough fell race at Wasdale Head on Saturday 10 October 2026, climbing to the summit of Kirk Fell over 3.8 km with 700 m of ascent. Day only entry, low fees and compulsory waterproof kit make this a classic high energy fell challenge.

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.

Tackle a scenic half marathon along Hadrian's Wall from Housesteads Roman Fort to Tyne Green Country Park in Hexham. Enjoy woodland and riverside trails, chip timing and a finisher's medal and event T shirt.

Take on the classic Buttermere fell race on 25 October 2026 at Gatesgarth Farm, a tough 5 km senior route with 600 m of climbing plus short junior races. Enjoy a traditional shepherds meet atmosphere, entry on the day and a warm drink.

Spice up your autumn at the Auchterarder 10K Chilli Trail on 31 October 2026, a scenic run into the Ochil Hills with forest trails, stream crossings and climbs. Walk, jog or race the chilli pepper shaped route and claim a bespoke medal.

Run the Dark Skies Run at Wooler beneath Northumberland National Park's starry skies on 31 October 2026. Pick 10 km or Half Marathon routes, fully marked with stocked checkpoints for a challenging, well supported night trail.

Run the scenic Derwentwater 10, a 10 miles clockwise loop around Derwent Water near Keswick on 1 Nov 2026. Enjoy an undulating tarmac course with midrace drinks and race day facilities including changing and showers.

Explore Tentsmuir Forest at the Scurry Around Tentsmuir Trail Running Festival on 1 November 2026, with distances from a lively 1.2 km up to a scenic half marathon. Enjoy waymarked forest trails, friendly marshals and medals for 5 km, 10 km..

Challenge yourself at the Crag Fell Handicap, a club run fell race in the Lake District featuring a short but steep 4 km course with 410 m of climb. Entry is by pre entry only and the handicap format makes for a lively, competitive start.

Scurry to the Sea 2026 is a 12 mile trail run linking the Pentland hills to a sandy beach finish at Musselburgh. Expect a mix of trails, urban navigation and cross country terrain as you descend from Allermuir toward the coast.

Take on MTC GRIMALKIN, a single day 34.5 mile ultra from Perth to Pitlochry with rolling Scottish terrain and a bespoke finisher medal. Limited field with live tracking makes this a compact, supported challenge with trophies for winners.