Trail Running calendar near Lauder 2025-2026

Take on the DAAA Cross Country Championships on 29 November 2025 at scenic Balloch Country Park, Loch Lomond. With races for all ages from U11 to masters and team prizes and medals, it is a lively day for clubs and runners of every level.

Friendly 6 km social trail run from Milngavie along sections of the Clyde Coastal Path and West Highland Way, led by a qualified guide who will regroup the group so no one is left behind. Finish with a festive pub Christmas social.

Take on the SCOTT Sports Winter Cheviot Goat, a 55 mile winter ultra around the Cheviot hills with a scenic loop, GPS tracker and 24 hours to finish. Expect rugged terrain, memorable views, prizes and a finisher t shirt and medal.

Mortonhall local orienteering on Saturday 6 December offers courses from short junior loops to a challenging green 5.6 km course, across estate and campsite terrain. Advance entries recommended to guarantee a waterproof map.

Celebrate the season at the Kings Seat Santa Day Hill Race in Dunkeld on 6 December, a family friendly hill run around the cathedral with 1 km junior and 5 km senior routes. Fancy dress is optional and prizes will be awarded.

Join the WILD DEER running session at Land of Oak & Iron on 7 December 2025 for a 75 minute coached workout suitable for all abilities. Expect interval work, hill efforts and varied running over 5 to 7 miles with a friendly group vibe.

Run around Glamis Castle on 7 December 2025 on scenic woodland and parkland trails, with a 1 mile family run plus 5 mile and 10 mile races. Dogs are welcome in the 5 and 10 mile events and all finishers receive a bespoke medal and festive t..

Join the Nuts Christmas Trail Race on 7 December 2025 in Balbirnie Park for a lively 4 to 5 mile woodland run with mud, water crossings and gentle climbs. Limited to 140 entrants, every finisher earns a bespoke race memento and top runners..

Take on the Harmeny AC 7R Multi Terrain Half Marathon on 7 December 2025, a rugged winter course around Harlaw and Threipmuir reservoirs with trails, rocks and bogs. Limited to 140 runners and now closed to entries.

Join a 75 minute all abilities coached run through Derwent Walk Country Park, blending interval drills and hill efforts over 5 to 7 miles. Coaches provide practical tips to build fitness and confidence in lovely surroundings.

Join the EpicTrails 8km in Milngavie on 11 December for a friendly guided run along scenic trails including the Clyde Coastal Path and West Highland Way. Small supported groups offer a social, safe adventure for runners of all levels.

Run to the Rising Sun is a 10 km traffic free trail through Rising Sun Country Park, featuring woodland climbs and a mainly downhill finish. Eco friendly event with a memento and a well marked, marshalled course.

Join the festive Fell Em Doon 5 km in Ashington on 14 December 2025, a flat traffic free two lap trail ideal for a brisk winter run. Enjoy a well marshalled course, on site first aid and a warm finishers pack with a mug and medal.

Tackle the classic Simonside Cairns fell race near Rothbury on Sun 14 Dec 2025: 11 miles with 540 m of ascent and counting toward the North East Fell Running Championships. Entry on the day £10 includes soup and a roll; teams welcome.

Join a social 10 km trail run from Milngavie Train Station along local paths including sections of the Clyde Coastal Path and West Highland Way. A qualified, first aid trained guide will lead and regroup a small capped group for a relaxed,..

Run into the night on an unmarked rough route to Chapelfell Top in the Silent Night Race. This 6.6 km out and back with 370 m of climb requires navigation, strict kit and pre entry, making it a real test for experienced fell runners.

Celebrate the season at Chopwell Woods on 21 December 2025 with festive trail routes for family 1 mile, 4 mile and 8 mile runners through atmospheric woodland. Finishers get medals and mince pies and canicross is welcome.

Don your festive kit and join the Santa & Elf Dash at Cammo Nature Reserve for fun 1K, 5K and 10K trail runs through riverside paths and historic woodland. Medals, hot chocolate and charity collections add seasonal cheer.

Join the Wobbly Christmas Pudding 13 km trail run around scenic Melrose for a festive, hilly challenge suitable for varied weather. Limited to 150 places so sign up early for a fun seasonal outing with fellow runners.

Join the North Berwick Santa Beach Run on 24 Dec for a festive coastal dash along East Lothian sands with 2k, 5k and 10k options for families and competitive runners. Fancy dress is encouraged and proceeds support Medicins sans Frontieres.