Trail Running calendar near Maybole 2026-2027

Test your endurance in the Borders 8-hour Challenge. Run as many 4.3-mile trail loops as you can around Borders Forest Park. Your lap count determines if you complete a half, full, or ultra marathon.

Experience an authentic mountain marathon in the northern fells covering 26.4 miles and five Wainwright summits. This circular route from Caldbeck features 5875 feet of elevation and is open to both experienced runners and walkers.

Join the Loweswater Show fell race on Sun 6 Sep 2026 in the Lake District for a short but testing challenge across rugged moorland. The 4.2 km route packs 305 m of climb, with on the day entry, team competition and junior races adding festi..

Test your endurance at MacTuffX Livingston with interval based distances of 400m or 800m. Register for solo categories or join forces with others in the doubles and relay team formats.

Experience the scenery of Ayrshire in this 40 mile ultra marathon or relay from Glenbuck Loch to Ayr. Enjoy a supported point to point route with regular checkpoints and bag transport services.

Experience a traditional Long A fell race across the Northern Fells of the Lake District starting from Hesket Newmarket. Tackle a challenging 36 km loop visiting major summits including Blencathra and Skiddaw.

Experience a scenic 22.4 mile circular walk through the Trossachs starting from Callander. This LDWA challenge event circles Loch Venachar and offers spectacular views of Ben Ledi and the surrounding Scottish crags.

The Spirit of Axnfell will take place in Isle of Man on Sunday 13 September 2026. You can run 32 kilometers.

The North Barrule will take place in Ramsey on Saturday 26 September 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

Trail races at Dalkeith Country Park in September 2026 cover distances from a family 1 mile to a 32.5 mile ultra. Courses use woodland and estate paths, live chip timing is provided, canicross is allowed and on site parking is available.

Experience a 57 mile journey from Glasgow to Edinburgh following historic canal towpaths and city landmarks. This flat and fast paced ultra marathon features live GPS tracking and full checkpoint support for up to 750 participants.

Run through Scottish history at the William Wallace Running Festival. Choose between a fast, flat 10km past Stirling Bridge or a family-friendly 1 mile fun run. Both events start and finish at Stirling Cricket Club on 10 October 2026.

A trail running festival in Aberfoyle on 10 October 2026 that marks its third edition, featuring the returning half marathon and a 63 km ultra across multiple race options.

The James Coulson Laxey Fell will take place in Laxey on Saturday 24 October 2026. You can run 13 kilometers.

A hill race from Alva Glen through the Ochils covering 14.6 km with 966 m of climb, visiting summit checkpoints including Ben Cleuch and The Nebit. Registration is at Alva Scout Hall and basic facilities and prize categories are provided.

Join the Halloween themed Auchterarder 10K Chilli Trail on 31 October for a fun, chilli pepper shaped route into the Ochil Hills with forest trails, stream crossings and sweeping views. All finishers get a snood and a bespoke medal.

Experience a scenic trail half marathon through the historic Dalmeny Estate and Cammo Nature Reserve. This autumnal run features wooded trails and coastal paths while supporting the South Queensferry RNLI.

The Narradale Fell Race will take place in Sulby on Saturday 7 November 2026. You can run 20 kilometers.

A multi-terrain ultra around the Tweed Valley based at Glentress Peel Visitor Centre in mid-November. Two route options, 65 km and 50 km, follow forest trails, riverside paths and open moorland with marked routes and aid stations.

Part of the South By Five series, this is a free 5km run in Glasgow's Linn Park. It's one of six park events over 12 weeks, with the goal of completing five to finish the series. Entry supports local community and charity projects.