Trail Running calendar near Irvine 2026-2027

A roughly 33 mile footrace in Perthshire from Killin to Strathyre along parts of cycle route No 7 and the Rob Roy Way, with midrace checkpoints, a drop-bag at Strathyre and mandatory kit for November Highland conditions.

A half marathon through the Kilpatrick Hills near Overtoun House in Dumbarton on 14 November 2026, using single-track trails and forestry roads with rolling climbs. The race is full and a waiting list is open.

A multi-terrain ultra around the Tweed Valley based at Glentress Peel Visitor Centre in mid-November. Two route options, 65 km and 50 km, follow forest trails, riverside paths and open moorland with marked routes and aid stations.

A single 5 km race at Linn Park on 15 November 2026, part of the South By Five series across six parks. Entry is free with a required minimum donation to the Acorn Trails Community Fund.

Trail runs of 10 km, 5 km and a 1.2 km festive fun run take place at the Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill on 22 Nov 2026. Proceeds from the fun run go to Friends of the Hermitage and Braid and Morningside Primary School.

A single-entry 5 km race at Rouken Glen on 29 November 2026, part of the South By Five six-park series. Entry is free but places are limited and a mandatory donation to the Acorn Trails Community Fund applies.

Multiple point to point races along the West Lothian Shale Trail, from 9K to a GPS tracked 50K, plus a 3 person relay. The event supports Smalls for All and features marked routes, checkpoints and chip timing.

A 17.50 km winter hill race in the Southern Galloway with 800 m ascent, summiting Cairnsmore of Fleet via the Door and Knee of Cairnsmore; organised by Galloway Mountain Rescue Team and run under SHR rules.

A 5 km community race at Pollok Park on 13 December 2026 that is part of the South By Five six-park series. Entry is free with a required donation to the Acorn Trails Community Fund and completing five of six races completes the series.

A single *5 km* race at Bellahouston Park on 3 January 2027, part of the South By Five series visiting six parks. Entry is free but requires a minimum donation to the Acorn Trails Community Fund and places are limited to 65.

Trail runs at Vogrie Country Park on 17 January 2027 offer waymarked mixed terrain courses of 1.6km, 5km, 10km and a half marathon, starting and finishing by the Victorian manor house with post race refreshments.

A single-entry *5 km* park race at Queens Park on 17 January 2027, part of the South By Five series that visits six parks over 12 weeks. Entry is free with a required minimum donation to the Acorn Trails Community Fund and places are limite..

Trailspire Ultra 2027 is a seven hour looped endurance event in Callander Park, Falkirk, where runners aim to complete as many 4.14 mile laps as possible. Solo and 2 or 3 person relay entries include live tracking and on-course support.

A roughly 21 mile loop around the Ardgartan Peninsula near Arrochar with about 90% off road terrain, forestry trails and an open hill section. Two safety water stations are at 7 miles and 13 miles and mandatory seasonal kit is required.

Trail runs at Culzean Castle on 7 March 2027 offer 5km, 10km and half marathon options across a 642 acre estate. Live chip timing is provided, canicross is allowed and finishers receive a medal, merchandise and refreshments.

A two day off road ultramarathon around the Isle of Arran covering 60 miles across coastal paths, forests and mountain terrain. The event is fully waymarked, supported at pit stops and backed by a professional medical team.

A timed Backyard Ultra at Beecraigs Country Park where runners repeat a 4.167 mile loop each hour until one runner completes a solo lap. Camping, parking for one vehicle and basic facilities are provided.

A scored 10 km route from Monachyle Mhor Hotel into Monachyle Glen, with trail sections, three water stops, chip timing and a separate 1 km fun run for younger runners.

A 90K UTMB Index 100K ultra along the historic Pilgrim Way from North Queensferry to St Andrews Cathedral. The fully marked route crosses towns such as Dunfermline and Ceres, includes 1,200 m of ascent and GPS tracking.

A trail running event on Scotland's Kintyre Way offering a shorter 35 mile ultra and rotating section routes with relay options, varied coastal and woodland terrain, waymarking, finish facilities and GPS timing with proceeds supporting rout..