Trail Running calendar near Kilmarnock 2026-2027

Join a guided 6km social run on the trails around Milngavie, illuminated by headtorch. The route explores the Clyde Coastal Path and West Highland Way. A qualified guide leads the group, with mandatory kit including trail shoes and a headla..

Night trail races at Kielder, Grassholme and Derwent set in designated dark sky areas, with distances from 10K to 26.6 miles and a double option. The events note friendly volunteers and lively atmosphere alongside occasional signage and rou..

The Ochil Hill Relays is a challenging early spring team event for four runners in the hills near Alva. Covering three legs totalling 27 km, it requires navigation skills and mandatory safety kit. Entry is limited to 87 teams, competing for..

Join a social guided trail run starting from Milngavie Train Station. The 8km route explores local paths like the Clyde Coastal Path and West Highland Way by headtorch. A qualified guide leads the group, and all proceeds support a local cha..

Experience the NIMRA Championship Glenariffe Mountain Race featuring a 9.7 km course with 370 metres of climbing. This chip timed event offers a marked mountain route starting from the Glenariffe Community and Recreation Centre.

The Braids Hill Race is a scenic cross-country event on the rolling hills of southern Edinburgh. Runners can choose a 5k or 10k looped course with views of the city skyline. The event includes a prize-giving and is popular with club runners..

Join a guided, social 10 km trail run by head torch, starting from Milngavie Train Station. The route explores local paths including the Clyde Coastal Path and West Highland Way. Mandatory kit includes trail shoes and a head torch.

A hill running event in Birnam, Dunkeld on 28 March 2026 with a senior 6.6 km course (360 m climb) and junior races of about 1.5 km and 3 km. The race uses ProTay timing and is part of the Highland Boundary Series.

Experience a scenic trail run through Chatelherault Country Park in Hamilton. Choose between multiple distances including 6k, 10k, and 16k routes featuring iconic loch views and full chip timing.

Deuchary Hill Canter on 29 March 2026 is an 18 km hill race at Polney Loch, Dunkeld, with 800 m of ascent. Entry fee is £15, minimum age 20, and competitors must carry safety kit; it is part of the Highland Boundary Series.

The annual Round the Grounds returns to the trail paths of Heriot-Watt University's campus. Choose from a 5k race or a Kids Fun Run, with both offering a scenic multi-terrain experience. It's a popular end-of-semester event with entry avail..

Experience a 10 km multi-terrain race through undulating roads and Setmurthy Woods starting from Cockermouth School. All finishers receive an Easter Egg and can enjoy professional chip timing on this scenic course.

A ticketed running event in Holyrood Park, Edinburgh on 5 April 2026 offering 5 km, 10 km and a half marathon, with all distances held at the park on the same day.

Experience a 46 mile team challenge across three classic Galloway hill ranges with over 4000 metres of ascent. This navigation based event supports the local Mountain Rescue Team and includes camping and hot food checkpoints.

The Heart of Granite fell race features a 20-mile circular course with 1850m of ascent. Open to solo runners, it is held on 11th April and is licensed by Scottish Hills Runners.

The Ben Ledi Uphill Only Race is a 5.3 km climb with 760 meters of ascent, finishing on the summit. It doubles as the Scottish Athletics Senior and U20 Hill Running Championships. All runners must carry full waterproof and thermal gear.

Experience a 22.9 km mountain run through the Perthshire landscape featuring 1435 m of ascent. This championship race scale summits like Ben Chonzie and Carn Chois while providing hot food and homebaking for all finishers.

Join the Gartmorn Trail Race in Alloa for a scenic 10 km loop around woodland paths and Gartmorn Dam. A shorter 3 km junior race is also available for ages 8-15. The event features post race refreshments and prizes.

Experience Scotland's second oldest ultramarathon on a 42 mile point to point journey along the West Highland Way. This way marked trail race takes you through stunning highlands from Tyndrum to Fort William with full event support.

Experience a 44 mile circular ultramarathon around the Firth of Forth estuary. Runners can participate solo or in relay teams of two or four to cross iconic bridges and scenic Scottish coastal trails.