Trail Running calendar near Markinch 2025-2026

Take on a scenic 8 km trail with about 400 m of climb around Bulbys Wood, Ingram on Sun 15 Mar 2026. Entry is on the day only, £5, for runners aged 16 or over seeking a tough, rewarding hill challenge.

Pendulum 2026 is an 11 mile fell race in Langleeford on 22 March, tackling Hedgehope and Cheviot for stunning views. Timed event with rescue support, a halfway water stop and a finisher medal for a rewarding but tough day on the fells.

Enjoy spring trails at Chatelherault Country Park in Hamilton on 29 March 2026 with 5 km, 10 km or 15 km options for all abilities. Friendly vibe, scenic views and easy online ticketing make this a great day out for runners and supporters.

Take on 42 miles along the West Highland Way from Tyndrum to Fort William, with roughly 6500 ft of ascent and stunning Highland scenery. A marked route with checkpoints and a 12 hour time limit makes this a true endurance challenge.

Run the Forth Ultra and Team Relay, a scenic 44 mile 71 km loop around the Firth of Forth that crosses the Forth Road Bridge and mixes road and coastal trail within an 11 hour limit. Solo, pairs or four person teams finish at Helix Park Fal..

Experience the scenic grounds of Scone Palace on 26 April 2026 with 5 km and 10 km trail runs, the 10 km even including a lap of Perth Racecourse. Canicross friendly, finishers get a medal and Wild Deer merchandise for a memorable run.

Enjoy the Hidden Glen 10K at Monachyle Mhor on April 26, a scenic tarmac to trail run along Loch Doine with some muddy, puddly sections so trail shoes are recommended. A 1K fun run and medals for all make this a great family day out.

Run the new Fife Pilgrim Way Ultra on 2 May 2026, a 90K route across historic Fife finishing at St Andrews Cathedral. Enjoy coastal towns, rolling countryside, hot food at select aid stations and a finisher medal plus T shirt.

Join the Cateran Trail Ultramarathon, a scenic 55 mile loop on ancient tracks around Spittal of Glenshee. With 2,250 m ascent, a 15 hour limit and UTMB Index, this mainly off road course offers rugged terrain and sweeping Highland views.

Enjoy scenic trail races at Kilduff Farm, Athelstaneford, on Saturday 9 May with 2 km, 5 km and 10 km options across private estate tracks and fields. Join the village summer fair, grab a medal, and support Athelstaneford Primary School.

Join Kirkhill 8 on 23 May 2026 for a scenic 4.3 mile trail loop in Kirkhill Forest that you can repeat over an eight hour window to chase distances from marathon to 50 miles. Limited to 100 places, this friendly, inclusive event fills fast.

Run Northumberland Alnwick Castle Trail on 24 May 2026 invites runners to Hulne Park around Alnwick Castle with distances from Junior 2K to half marathon. Enjoy mixed terrain, chip timing, medals and refreshments for all levels.

Join Blair Castle Trail Weekender from 29 to 31 May 2026 at Blair Castle in Blair Atholl for a scenic weekend of trail running, camping and festival fun. Choose races from 7 km to a 58 km ultra and enjoy live music, talks, yoga and workshop..

Run from sunset into sunrise along the Ayrshire coast in a 50 km night ultramarathon from Irvine Beach. Enjoy beaches, promenades and trails plus on course support and a finisher medal, goody bag and Polaroid photo.

Run the Glen Lyon Ultra on 6 June 2026, a scenic 31 mile trail around Loch Lyon and Glen Lochay with about 3,500 ft ascent. Mostly off road with river crossings that may leave your feet wet, this rugged course earns 2 UTMB points.

Take on a scenic 100km coastal ultra along Northumberland from Bamburgh Castle to Tynemouth Priory on 6 June 2026. Expect castle views, tidal shores, feed stations and a 24 hour cutoff for a true end to end adventure.

Killearn 10k Trail on 6 June 2026 winds through village lanes, the historic pipe track and the foothills of Dumgoyne, starting and finishing in Killearn Public Park. Limited to 250 places and entries are now closed.

Tackle a scenic 15.5 mile off road loop around Loch Lyon, weaving through remote Perthshire hills and river crossings. With rugged terrain, a friendly atmosphere and limited places, this is a classic trail challenge for adventurous runners.

Enjoy a charity 10 km trail run through scenic Palacerigg Country Park in Cumbernauld. Returning as Palacerigg Trail Run 3 on 7 June 2026, this friendly event raises funds for local causes and welcomes runners of all levels.

Run the West Highland Way over three days with a small guided group, covering about 96 miles of iconic Scottish scenery from Loch Lomond to Ben Nevis. A coached non race ultra with pro guidance, small groups and epic mountain and loch views..