Kelso
Trail Running Calendar near Kelso 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Kelso for 2026-2027! We've gathered 32 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
Ultra distance races along St Oswald's Way from Holy Island to Craster, Rothbury or Heaven Field with GPS tracking, aid stations and required kit.
A 30 km hill race with 1600 m ascent from Traquair House to Broughton Ales, run under SHR rules with mandatory emergency kit and limited pre entry.
October 2026
A weekend of off-road races at Kielder Forest Park, featuring a marathon around Kielder Water plus a half marathon, 10K, gravel duathlon and junior races.
A one day all women gathering at Mounthooly Bunkhouse featuring talks, kit review and a community run across the Cheviots with required hill kit and loan options.
Off road 10K through the Riddell Estate with views of the Eildon and Cheviot Hills. A fundraising event with pay what you can entry and a 200 runner limit.
A 38 mile trail ultra in Jedburgh on 24 October 2026 with a relay option, run alongside the Jedburgh Running Festival and welcoming LGBTIQ and nonbinary runners.
Trail Outlaws stages Dark Skies Run @ Wooler in Northumberland with fully marked trails, stocked check points and options for a Trail 10k or a Half Marathon. Entry fees shown range from £25 to £36.
November 2026
December 2026
A winter 55 mile ultra around the Cheviot hills from Ingram Village Hall, licensed by the Trail Running Association, with GPS trackers and a 24 hour time limit.
Take on the Simonside Cairns fell race in Rothbury, Northumberland, a rugged 11 mile route over moorland and cairns that rewards grit and scenery. Entry on the day from Jubilee Hall is £10 and teams of three are welcome.
January 2027
An out-and-back winter trail from Ingram Cafe to the summit of Hedgehope and back, roughly a half marathon over variable terrain. The route is marked, a safety team is present, and finishers receive a souvenir mug and hot soup.
Trail running at Vogrie Country Park on 17 January 2027 with a half marathon, 10 km, 5 km and a 1.6 km family fun run on mixed terrain.
February 2027
Experience a unique 10 mile nighttime trail run through the fabled Simonside Hills of Northumberland. Navigate rocky trails and steep climbs under the stars in this atmospheric winter event.
Coastal trail event in Bamburgh on 20 February 2027 with 10K, half marathon, marathon and ultra on sand and dunes, fully marked with electronic timing.
March 2027
A 50 km ultra along the John Muir Way through East Lothian's coast, villages and woodland trails, finishing at Foxlake Adventures in Dunbar.
An 11-mile night trail starting and finishing at Kielder Waterside under gold-tier Dark Sky Park status, with marked checkpoints, mandatory kit and a three hour cut off.