Trail Running calendar near Kelso 2026-2027

Run a three day guided ultra along Scotland's iconic West Highland Way, about 96 miles of lochs, glens and mountain views. This demanding guided adventure includes coaching, luggage transfers and overnight stops for seasoned trail runners.

Run along Ullswater in the Lake District at Pooley Bridge Wild Trail Runs on 13 June 2026, with 10 km and half marathon options. Dog friendly with live chip timing, bespoke finisher medals and event merchandise.

Join the L100 Recce from Pooley Bridge to Ambleside, a 26 miles route over Mardale Head and Kentmere. This guided recce includes coach transport, checkpoints and support for confirmed Lakeland 50 or 100 entrants.

Tackle a scenic roughly 50 mile loop across the Cheviot hills on Saturday 20 June 2026, with a 24 hour limit and GPS tracking for all runners. Enjoy on course support, a finisher medal and t shirt, and the chance to win the Edwin Nelson Cup..

Tackle the legendary West Highland Way Race, a 96 miles ultramarathon from Milngavie to Fort William through the stunning Scottish Highlands with 14,760 ft of ascent. Runners must finish within 35 hours and have motorised support.

Take on the iconic Eildon Three Hill Race on 20 June in Gibson Park, Melrose, a 7.2 km challenge with 510 m ascent across the three Eildons. The 65th edition offers cash prizes and a fully marked route with mountain rescue support.

Run a flat, fully signed trail along the River Wear with cathedral views at Saturn Lord of The Run North, a 7 hour trail event in Durham. Pick from short laps to ultra distances, earn a themed medal with aid stations and vegan options.

Take on Lord of The Run North, a scenic seven hour timed challenge along the River Wear with cathedral views where you choose how many laps to run. Finishers get themed medals, distance pins and vegan friendly goody bags.

Explore the scenic Teesdale Way at LRC Tees Trailtastic in Barnard Castle on 21 June 2026, with routes from short to challenging over rolling trail terrain. Expect a friendly atmosphere with marshals, aid stations and post run yoga to unwin..

The Fellrunner at Windy Gyle is a rugged 13.7 km test with 549 m of climb across scenic Northumberland hills on Sun 21 Jun 2026. Entry on the day is welcome with modest fees for members and non members.

Head to Drumlanrig Castle for the South Scotland Outdoor Festival, a weekend of gravel and trail rides, road sportives and runs set in rolling hills and ancient woods. Enjoy wellness sessions, live music, adventure films, local food and on..

Enjoy summer trail running through scenic Chopwell Woods on 27 June 2026 with timed 5, 10 and 15 mile races. Canicross friendly and every finisher gets a medal plus a burger and drink to celebrate.

Join the 50th Alston Gala Fell Race on 27 June in North Pennines, a scenic 6.2 km run with 211 m ascent to Park Fell and back. Pre and on the day entries welcome and all fees go to the local mountain rescue who will marshal the course.

Trail Blazer Coastal Edition offers a scenic 10K that runs closer to 12K along the Northumbrian coast with dunes, gravel trails and sea views. Finish the day festival style with live music, food, drinks and even llamas, no cut offs.

Tackle the classic Blencathra fell race in the Lake District, a challenging 13 km route with 825 m of climb over rugged ridges and stunning views. Pre entry only via SiEntries, this English champs counter is a true test of fell running.

Gategill Fell Race on Wed 1 Jul 2026 in the Lake District is a short steep 3.6 km climb that tests hill running and grit. On the day entries only, wear grippy shoes and enjoy refreshments as proceeds support the local community.

Chase summer evenings in Edinburgh with the Sundowner 5K Series, a relaxed yet competitive run across three scenic city parks. Enjoy chip timed racing, lively warm ups and post race photos as you test your speed over 5K or the full series.

Beat The Bounds in Patterdale on 4 July 2026 traces the historic parish boundary with options from a 28 mile endurance route to a family downhill walk. Enjoy stunning Lake District scenery while supporting the local school and church.

Tackle the classic 20 mile Chevy Chase across wild Northumberland, summiting Cheviot and Hedgehope on an unmarked upland route that requires map and compass navigation. Finish in Wooler with food, T shirts and prizes.

Take on the Darren Holloway Memorial Race Buttermere Horseshoe on Sat 4 Jul 2026 in the Lake District. This tough 35.5 km mountain course with 2515 m of climb rewards strong trail skills and spectacular fell scenery.