Melrose
Trail Running Calendar near Melrose 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Melrose for 2026-2027! We've gathered 29 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
An eight hour trail loop challenge on 4.366 mile laps around Borders Forest Park, using electronic wristbands to record laps; registration for this edition is closed.
Experience a 22 mile trail run through the Cheviot Hills to support the Northumberland National Park Mountain Rescue Team with a route featuring over 4265 feet of ascent.
A 50 kilometre off road route from Wooler through the Cheviot Hills with GPS navigation, two aid stations, medical cover and an 11 hour time limit.
A fundraising trail 5k through the Hirsel woodland and old golf course in Coldstream on 20 Sep 2026 with modest entry fees and limited parking.
A 30 km hill race with 1600 m ascent from Traquair House to Broughton Ales, run under SHR rules with mandatory emergency kit and limited pre entry.
A timed track run at Meadowmill where entrants run as many laps as possible to a participant-curated soundtrack, supporting The Junction with cake, junior races and community activities.
October 2026
A 10 mile hill race near Haswellsykes on 10 October 2026 with 2230 ft of ascent, organised by Carnethy as part of the Manor Sheepdog Trial.
A one day all women gathering at Mounthooly Bunkhouse featuring talks, kit review and a community run across the Cheviots with required hill kit and loan options.
Off road 10K through the Riddell Estate with views of the Eildon and Cheviot Hills. A fundraising event with pay what you can entry and a 200 runner limit.
A 38 mile trail ultramarathon with a relay option held in association with the Jedburgh Running Festival. The event on 24 October 2026 is presented as LGBTIQ+ and nonbinary friendly, with entries opening 1 March 2026 at 8pm.
Trail Outlaws stages Dark Skies Run @ Wooler in Northumberland with fully marked trails, stocked check points and options for a Trail 10k or a Half Marathon. Entry fees shown range from £25 to £36.
A 12-hour night trail challenge at Dalkeith Country Park: complete as many 5 km loops as possible solo or in teams of two or four on marked woodland routes.
November 2026
Trail races at Glentress Peel in the Tweed Valley with fully marked 10 km and 21 km courses, chip timing and medical support.
Trail runs at Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill with 10 km, 5 km and a 1.2 km festive fun run supporting a local school and the reserve.
January 2027
Trail running at Vogrie Country Park on 17 January 2027 with a half marathon, 10 km, 5 km and a 1.6 km family fun run on mixed terrain.