Trail Running calendar near Kintessack 2026-2027

Form a team and run a 27 mile relay along the traffic free Formartine and Buchan Way. Shared across 9 legs from Peterhead to Ellon, this event includes finishers medals and post race refreshments for all participants.

A multi-terrain running festival on 09 August 2026 with a half marathon, 10k, 5k and junior 1k following the River Deveron and finishing at Duff House Rugby Club. Medals for all finishers and prize categories by age.

A two-lap hill race from Monaltrie Park through Ballater village to a hill summit and back; entries are accepted on the day or online and bonuses are offered for new course records.

A trail ultra on 15 August 2026 offering 50 km and 100 km options along the Speyside Way from the Cairngorms to the Moray coast, with published cutoffs, entry limits, and route files for competitors.

A 5.6-mile (9 km) hill run on 16 August 2026 from Ritchie Hall in Strichen, featuring about 600 ft of ascent and wide countryside views. All finishers receive a bespoke medal and a range of prizes across categories.

A short hill race held during the Glenurquhart Highland Games in Drumnadrochit, covering about 3.5 miles with 700 feet of ascent; entries have a £10 fee and a minimum age of 17.

A weekend of runway and road races at Kinloss Barracks Training Area in Moray, Scotland. Events range from a 1K fun run to a Back Yard Ultra and an AUKCM measured half marathon.

Two circular challenge walks of 30 and 50 miles start and finish at Rafford Village Hall, following woodland, long-distance paths and coastal sections via Forres, Findhorn, Lossiemouth and Elgin. Both walks have defined time limits and limi..

Two circular challenge walks of 30 and 50 miles start and finish at Rafford Village Hall, following woodland, the Dava Way, coastal paths and the Heldon Hill ridge. The events have 14 and 24 hour time limits and limited online entry.

A community-run event near Knockando on 30 Aug 2026 offering a trail half marathon, a 10K and a 1-mile kids run, with course marshals, a water station, and post-race food and prize giving at Margach Hall.

Tackle a scenic 12 or 24 hour loop around Loch Morlich in Glenmore Forest, testing endurance on a supportive, compact course. Limited entries and a runners welfare hub at The Hayfield make for a friendly, focused event.

A mountain running race from the foot of the UK s highest mountain to its summit and back, held in Fort William on the first Saturday in September. Entry is limited and allocated by a pre selection list with club and hill race requirements.

Experience an off road trail running adventure through the Scottish Highlands from Ben Nevis to Glencoe. Choose between a full or half marathon featuring mountain terrain and the famous Devils Staircase.

PIM Running Festival at Crathes Castle on 12 September 2026 features a half marathon, a 5 km and a 1.5 km children’s race. Entry proceeds support the conservation work of the National Trust for Scotland.

Beast Race is a 10 km obstacle course in Banchory, Scotland on 12 September 2026, featuring hill climbs, water obstacles, island crossings and heavy mud. Regular entry is sold out and entry is currently by charity or corporate code only.

An 11 km hill race with 430 m of climb near Monymusk. Entry is by pre entry only via Webscorer, and entry fees are listed as 2024 prices with registration details to be confirmed.

Maggie's Dundee Glamis Castle Running Festival is an in person event at Glamis Castle on Sunday, September 13, 2026. Walk or run the 1 mile, 5k or 10k routes through the castle grounds while supporting Maggie's.

Ben Nevis Skyline is a 30 km mountain trail race at Nevis Range near Fort William, held during the Salomon Skyline Scotland weekend. The event features live tracking, big screens, an event village and was a 2025 Golden Trail World Series qu..

A multi-day mountain and trail running event at Nevis Range from 18 to 20 September 2026, offering races from 5 km to 100 miles and an event village with live tracking, food traders and prize giving.

Salomon Skyline Scotland returns to Nevis Range near Fort William from 18 to 20 September 2026 with seven mountain and trail races, distances from 5 km to 100 miles, live tracking, big screens, local traders and a prize ceremony.