Trail Running calendar near Lanark 2026-2027

Explore the scenic forest tracks of Whinlatter Top with 9 km or 12 km trail runs. This chip timed event offers wide runnable paths and is open to runners with or without dogs.

A multi-distance running event at Chatelherault Country Park in Hamilton on 29 March 2026, organised by Up and Running Events, offering 6 km, 10 km and 16 km options with tickets available.

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..

A guided 6 km trail run from Milngavie Train Station using headtorches, following parts of the Clyde Coastal Path and West Highland Way. Social group runs with qualified guides, mandatory trail shoes and a headtorch.

An eight hour looped trail event at Devilla Forest where participants complete as many 4.366 mile laps as possible. Electronic wristbands record laps and lap times, with distances determined by total laps completed.

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.

A guided 8 km night trail run from Milngavie Train Station exploring the Clyde Coastal path and West Highland Way. Social pace with a qualified guide, mandatory trail shoes and headtorch, and no dogs or under 18s.

Traverse 46 miles and 4000 metres of ascent across three Galloway hill ranges in this endurance event for solo runners and teams of up to four. Enjoy manned hot food stations and included camping while supporting mountain rescue.

A circular 32 km fell race through the Galloway mountains featuring 1850 m of ascent. Experience the summits of Merrick and Curleywee on this supported mountain route organized by Galloway Mountain Rescue.

Experience the landscape of the Lake District with trail races of 23 km and 53 km starting from Keswick. These chip timed events include themed medals and routes passing Derwent Water and Scafell Pike.

Enjoy a 19.5 mile fun run from Dundee to St Andrews along the scenic Fife Coastal Path. This non competitive event features forest trails and a historic finish at the Old Course including a medal and commemorative t-shirt.

Test your endurance at the Ben Ledi Uphill Only Race, a 5.3 km climb with 760 m of ascent finishing at the mountain summit. This event hosts the Scottish Athletics Senior and U20 Hill Running Championships.

A marked 6 km hill race on 11 April 2026 with 730 m of ascent around Ardgartan Hotel. The route has mandatory checkpoints and mountain rescue marshals, and full waterproof body cover must be carried.

Tackle the Grisedale Grind, a steep 4 km Lake District fell race with a testing 480 m ascent that rewards gutsy climbs. Entry on the day for £7 cash, juniors welcome at Revelin Moss opposite Whinlatter Visitor Centre.

Kaim Hill Race on 15 April 2026 is a 5.7 km hill course with 380 m of ascent, featuring narrow glen trails, a burn crossing and a summit plateau. Entries are limited to 150 and prizegiving with refreshments takes place at Fairlie Parish Chu..

A guided 10 km night trail run from Milngavie Train Station exploring the Clyde Coastal Path and West Highland Way. Social groups led by a qualified guide, trail shoes and a head torch required; no dogs or under 18s.

Experience the Newlands Valley Horseshoe at this Category AL fell race near Keswick. Traverse 24.7 km of exposed peaks and over 2300 meters of elevation in the heart of the Lake District.

Experience the challenging fell terrain of the Lake District with two scenic mountain races starting from the Newlands Valley. Enjoy a community atmosphere with post race refreshments and support local charitable causes.