Trail Running calendar near Glencoe 2026-2027

A 125 km coastal mountain ultra on the Knoydart Peninsula in Scotland, staged over three race days from a base camp at Longbeach, Inverie. The event uses staffed checkpoints, tents for accommodation and boat transfers to reach the start.

A 5.8 km hill race on 29 April 2026 with 229 m of ascent, limited to 150 entries and a £8 fee that includes the landowner charge. The route is mostly runnable with one short steep climb and mandatory minimum kit.

A guided 10 km trail run from the Forth and Clyde Canal around Bishopbriggs, Torrance and Kirkintilloch. Social group run with a qualified guide; trail shoes required and dogs and under 18s are not permitted.

Ultra X Scotland on May 2 2026 stages trail races from 12 km to 110 km across the Scottish Highlands. The event has marked courses, aid stations about every 10 km and UTMB World Series indexing.

This annual half marathon takes runners to the Hebridean island of Tiree. The event, which started in 2006, includes a friendly atmosphere and a traditional ceilidh in the evening.

An annual 20 km hill race in Strathyre, Perthshire, with over 5000 ft of ascent that reaches the summits of Ben Each and the Stuc a' Chroin. The event includes a licensed bar and a free ceilidh after the race.

A primarily off-road 5.6 miles (9k) race around the Pad near Neilston, starting and finishing at the Neilston Show Field. The route features road, path, trail and muddy sections with a short steep climb, entrants must be 16 or over.

Test your mettle at MacTuff Fife Spring featuring obstacle courses through mud and water. Choose between 5km and 10km distances with technical shirts and medals for all finishers in a participant friendly environment.

The EpicTrails - Guided Run will take place in Mugdock on Thursday 7 May 2026. You can run 6 kilometers.

A 55 miles (90 km) circular ultramarathon from Gulabin Lodge in Glenshee, mostly off road with about 7,450 ft of ascent and a climb to An Lairig Pass. The event uses set cut-off points including a strict Enochdu cut-off.

A 35 mile trail running event on the Kintyre Way from Tayinloan to Campbeltown on 9 May 2026. Waymarked route with GPS tracking, drop-bag service, finish showers and massage, with solo and relay entry options.

Traditional Scottish hill race on Ben Lomond with a 12.6 km route and 960 m ascent. Entry is limited to 100 runners and strict kit checks require waterproofs, hat, gloves and a whistle for safety.

A charity trail event at Pollok Country Park on 10 May 2026 offering 5 km and 10 km multi-terrain routes, manual timing, finishers goody bags, water and first aid, with all profits donated to Bike For Good.

A 3.4k hill race with 400 m ascent near Strathyre, held on 13 May 2026 as part of the Bog'n'Burn Series. Entries are via SiEntries, minimum age 14, with prize categories from U18 to V80.

The EpicTrails - Guided Run will take place in Mugdock on Thursday 14 May 2026. You can run 8 kilometers.

A 24 hour looped trail event in Inverkip where runners complete as many 5.9 km laps as they wish. Everton Scout Camp provides camping and on site facilities while the event features tiered finisher medals and festival activities.

The Uplawmoor Festival of Running returns in May 2026 with a fast 9 km road race. The challenging course features significant climbs and a fast downhill finish, with all proceeds supporting mental health charity SAMH.

A 15.5 km mountain race on the Isle of Arran with 870 m of ascent, starting and finishing at Ormidale Pavilion in Brodick. The route climbs Goat Fell via the standard tourist path and requires specific mountain safety kit and hill support.

An uphill only 7.2 km race gaining 670 m to the summit of Glas Tulaichean on mixed double track and open hill, hosted by Dundee Hawkhill Harriers at Dalmunzie Estate. A free approximately 1 km fun run is available for younger runners.

A 400 km, eight-day ultra-running expedition across north-west Scotland from Knoydart to Cape Wrath, running ancient paths, lochs and mountain terrain. A three-day Cape Wrath 100 covers the final stages with the same tented camp format.