Trail Running calendar near Lauder 2025-2026

Tackle the 35th Allendale Challenge, a tough 26 miles across peat bogs and peaks in the North Pennines to raise funds for the North of Tyne Mountain Rescue Team. Rugged terrain and big views reward entrants.

RunThrough Lake District Festival in Keswick features scenic 53k and 23k routes past Derwent Water, Scafell Pike and Catbells. Enjoy live tracking for ultras, a themed medal, chip timing, well stocked aid stations and a hot post race meal.

Tackle 40 miles of classic Lakeland fells on the NAV4 Lakes Mountain 40, a scenic but rugged April 18 2026 route rising about 2500m and summiting High Street and Helvellyn. Places are limited to 100 so entries open 23 October 2025.

Experience scenic riverside and woodland trails around Newcastle with 25 km and 55 km options starting and finishing at Swing Bridge. Fully marked routes, feed stations and GPX files keep you on track for a memorable spring ultra challenge.

Run through Cold War history and sweeping Lake District and Hadrian's Wall views at the RAF Spadeadam Blue Streak Trail Run on 25 April 2026. Choose a 14 mile or 11 km route and support the RAF Benevolent Fund.

Run a scenic 44 mile loop around the Firth of Forth from Helix Park, crossing both Forth bridges and linking coastal paths on a waymarked course. Enter solo or in teams of 2 or 4 for a memorable coastal ultramarathon experience.

Enjoy a scenic trail run through the grounds of Scone Palace on Sunday 26 April 2026 with 5km and 10km options, the latter including a lap of Perth Racecourse. Canicross friendly, all finishers receive a medal, Wild Deer merch and refreshme..

Run the Hidden Glen 10K from Monachyle Mhor along the shores of Loch Doine and into Monachyle Glen, featuring a scenic tarmac to trail route. Take on the 10K or join the 1K fun run on this award winning course voted Best 10K in Scotland and..

Join the Trail Outlaws Urban Trail Series for fully marked 5K and half marathon trail races for all abilities. Enter single races or save with discounted series entry and enjoy a free presentation evening.

Run through the dramatic Gibside estate near Rowlands Gill with 5 km and 10 km routes winding past woodland, a Neo classical chapel and plenty of wildlife. Canicross friendly, finishers get a medal and Wild Deer merch.

Conquer the new Fife Pilgrim Way Ultra Marathon, a 90K route from North Queensferry to St Andrews through historic towns and rolling Fife scenery. Enjoy aid stations, a finisher medal and event t shirt while supporting a local charity.

Join the Carlisle City Urban Trail Run, a 10 km city and off road course from The Sands Centre on 6 May 2026. Limited to 300 runners, with live chip timing and age group prizes for a fun spring challenge.

Join the Lakeland Paws finale at Dodd Wood on Saturday 9 May 2026 for a dog friendly trail run through beautiful woodland. Choose 5K or 8K loops with chip timing and harnesses available to borrow.

Join the Lakeland Paws Whinlatter Double Header at Whinlatter on 10 May 2026 for summit runs to Seat How. Forest trails welcome runners with or without dogs in this lively season finale.

Hit the scenic trails around Derwent Reservoir with 5 km and 10 km options on firm paths, grass and through woodland, plus medals and Wild Deer merch for finishers. Canicross friendly and chip timed, perfect for trail lovers and families.

Run the Whinlatter Forest Half Marathon or 10K on 24 May 2026 on scenic trails with steep climbs, fast descents and views of Bassenthwaite and Skiddaw. Canicross welcome and finishers receive a bespoke medal and a drink.

Blair Castle Trail Weekender offers scenic trail races from kids runs to a 60 km ultra across the Atholl Estate beneath the Cairngorms. The event village brings live music, outdoor cinema and wellness workshops for a festival feel.

Run 50 km along the scenic Ayrshire coast at the Ayrshire Coast Sunset Ultra, starting and finishing at Irvine Beach. Beaches, promenades and trails make this a memorable coastal out and back challenge with sunset views and post race treats..

Ultra Scotland 50 is a rugged 56 mile trail along the Southern Upland Way, showcasing wild Scottish scenery and big climbs. Limited to 400 runners, it features checkpoints, mandatory kit checks and live GPS tracking.

Ultra Scotland 100 is a 104 mile trail ultramarathon along the wild Southern Upland Way, traversing dramatic hills, lochs and ridges. Limited to 250 runners with a 38 hour cut off, it is a true long distance challenge for experienced runner..