Trail Running calendar near Innerleithen 2025-2026

Hit the scenic trails around Derwent Reservoir with 5 km and 10 km options on firm paths, grass and through woodland, plus medals and Wild Deer merch for finishers. Canicross friendly and chip timed, perfect for trail lovers and families.

Run the Whinlatter Forest Half Marathon or 10K on 24 May 2026 on scenic trails with steep climbs, fast descents and views of Bassenthwaite and Skiddaw. Canicross welcome and finishers receive a bespoke medal and a drink.

Blair Castle Trail Weekender offers scenic trail races from kids runs to a 60 km ultra across the Atholl Estate beneath the Cairngorms. The event village brings live music, outdoor cinema and wellness workshops for a festival feel.

Run 50 km along the scenic Ayrshire coast at the Ayrshire Coast Sunset Ultra, starting and finishing at Irvine Beach. Beaches, promenades and trails make this a memorable coastal out and back challenge with sunset views and post race treats..

Challenge yourself at Ultra Scotland 50, a 56 mile trail ultra along the Southern Upland Way through forests, valleys and mountains of southern Scotland. With a 20 hour cut off, live GPS tracking and just 400 places, this is a scenic endura..

Ultra Scotland 100 is a 104 mile ultra along the Southern Upland Way with about 4611 m of ascent between Dalry and Galashiels. Limited to 250 runners with a 38 hour cut off and finisher buckles.

Join a scenic 100 km coastal ultra along Northumberland on 6 June 2026, starting in Bamburgh and finishing at Tynemouth Priory. Pass iconic harbours and castles, enjoy feed stations and a finishers medal, but places are limited.

Run the West Highland Way with guides over three days, tackling about 96 miles of dramatic Highland trail with shared rooms and luggage transfers included. This team focused challenge is currently sold out.

Explore Ullswater from Pooley Bridge on Saturday 13 June 2026 with a half marathon or 10km trail, live chip timing and bespoke finisher medals. Well behaved dogs welcome with harness and lead.

Join L100 Recce 4, a scenic 26 mile run from Pooley Bridge to Ambleside across classic Lake District climbs. For confirmed Lakeland 50 or 100 entrants only, the recce provides coach transport, medical support and checkpoints.

Tackle a tough summer variant of the Cheviot Goat with about 50 miles across the remote border hills and dramatic scenery. Runners get GPS trackers, 24 hours to finish, plus a race tee, medal and prizes for top finishers.

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

Join Wild Deer Events for a summer trail run in Chopwell Woods with 5, 10 or 15 mile options, Canicross friendly and set on scenic woodland trails. Finish with a medal and a burger and beer to celebrate.

Celebrate the Alston Gala 50th anniversary with a classic fell race from Alston Playing Field up Park Fell and back on 27 June 2026. A brisk 6.2 km route with 211 m climb, with all entry fees donated to the local mountain rescue.

Soak up sea views on a scenic Northumbrian coastal trail from Barn at the Bay to Hemscott Hill Farm, billed as 10K but closer to 12K across gravel tracks and sandy dunes. Race, run or stroll then relax with live music, food, drinks and llam..

Beat The Bounds in Patterdale is an annual boundary route challenge around the Ullswater Valley offering routes from a family Minibeat to tough mountain courses. Soak up fell scenery while supporting the local school and church.

Take on the classic 20 mile Chevy Chase across rugged Northumberland fells and the summit of Cheviot. This unmarked navigational fell race demands solid mountain kit and rewards with sweeping upland views.

Tackle the Wheelbirks Summer 10 km Trail in Stocksfield on 8 July 2026 for a scenic, challenging run through farmland, woods and river crossings. Expect technical climbs, eco friendly touches and a cheerful finish with a keepsake ECO medal..

Saint Cuthbert's Way Ultra The Saint Cuthbert's Way Ultra is organised by Trail Outlaws and is based at Wooler Youth Hostel, 30 Cheviot Street, Wooler, Northumberland, NE71 6LW. The event follows Saint Cuthbert's Way, a long-distance walkin..

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.