Trail Running calendar near Glentrool 2026-2027

A 40 mile annual ultra-marathon along the River Ayr Way, held in September as part of the Scottish Ultra Marathon series. The route follows a 44 mile source to sea path with waymarking, route maps, and a temporary diversion at Wellflat Bank..

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.

A 36 km FRA AL fell race around the higher Northern Fells from Hesket Newmarket, featuring 2200 m of ascent, mandatory map and compass navigation and summit checkpoints including Carrock Fell, Blencathra and Skiddaw.

The Lake District Mountain Trial offers three challenging fell running courses through iconic terrain. Choose from classic, medium, or short distances, with a pairs option on the short route. Pre entry includes map, food, and dibber hire.

The Spirit of Axnfell will take place in Isle of Man on Sunday 13 September 2026. You can run 32 kilometers.

Trail running adventure in the Lake District. Choose from five challenging distances on a scenic course from Grasmere. The event supports trail conservation and requires participants to carry essential gear.

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.

A multi-distance trail event across the Lake District National Park linking the 13 valleys, with four measured routes from 22.4 km to 184.3 km. Registered with ITRA; select distances are Western States qualifier races.

Take on the Eskdale Show fell race in the Lake District, a scenic 6.9 km course with 277 m of climb across classic fell terrain. Open to adults and juniors, with easy entry on the day for spontaneous race plans.

The North Barrule will take place in Ramsey on Saturday 26 September 2026. You can run 3 miles.

A classic Lakeland fell race from Tilberthwaite Farm, this 22 km course packs 1535 m of ascent across rugged, remote terrain and stunning views. Racing under FRA rules, navigation and mandatory mountain kit are required.

The Buzzard's Roost is a 12 km mountain race in County Down with 870m of climb, forming part of the Ulster and NIMRA championships. Advanced mandatory kit is required, with final carry requirements decided on race day. Entries open a few we..

A BOFRA fell race at Wasdale Head in the Lake District covering 3.8 km with 700 m of ascent and steep climbs to the summit of Kirk Fell. Junior races are included and adult entry is available on the day.

A 57 mile ultra on 10 October 2026 between Glasgow and Edinburgh following canals and towpaths and passing the Falkirk Wheel and the Antonine Wall. The event has marked route, live GPS tracking, checkpoints and mandatory kit requirements.

Run through Scottish history at the William Wallace Running Festival. Choose between a fast, flat 10km past Stirling Bridge or a family-friendly 1 mile fun run. Both events start and finish at Stirling Cricket Club on 10 October 2026.

Three mountain races in the Mournes on 10 October 2026, from 20 km to 50 km, each with specified elevation gain, cut-offs and on-course support.

A Lakeland fell race on 10 October 2026 over *21.1 km / 1450 m* of mostly rocky, pathless ground. Entries open 1 August via SI entries; FRA safety requirements and previous mountain experience are required.

The James Coulson Laxey Fell will take place in Laxey on Saturday 24 October 2026. You can run 13 kilometers.

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.

Trail events in Glenridding around Helvellyn with 5k, 10k and 15k options on marked and marshalled off road courses. Limited earlybird places, shuttle buses and on site event facilities are provided.