Trail Running calendar near Melrose 2026-2027

Enjoy an out and back run or walk from Pooley Bridge to Hallin Fell. Choose between six, ten, or thirteen miles of scenic trails and paths with legendary post race refreshments at the village hall.

Experience a traditional 11 km fell race through the rough terrain of Bollihope Carrs in Co. Durham. Navigate a 380m climb to two summits using map and compass skills in this limited entry event.

Experience a traditional 8.5 mile fell race in Braithwaite featuring 3500 feet of ascent across three peaks. This non GPS event follows FRA rules and offers a classic navigation challenge through the English landscape.

Tartan Warrior on 28 March 2026 at Fit Body Farm in Kilmaurs, Ayrshire features a 3km British OCR Championship course, plus a 400m sprint and 4 x 100m mixed relay. Tackle an award winning venue with streams, hills and 30 plus obstacles for..

A hill running event in Birnam, Dunkeld on 28 March 2026 with a senior 6.6 km course (360 m climb) and junior races of about 1.5 km and 3 km. The race uses ProTay timing and is part of the Highland Boundary Series.

A 55 km self-sufficient ultra across the Yorkshire Dales following Wainwright’s coast to coast from Kirkby Stephen to Richmond, with mapped GPX/Avenza support, mandatory kit checks and staffed aid stations including the Dales Bike Centre.

Explore the scenic forest tracks of Whinlatter Top with 9 km or 12 km trail runs. This chip timed event offers wide runnable paths and is open to runners with or without dogs.

A multi-distance running event at Chatelherault Country Park in Hamilton on 29 March 2026, organised by Up and Running Events, offering 6 km, 10 km and 16 km options with tickets available.

Enjoy a flexible 7 hour time challenge along the River Wear with distances ranging from 3km to ultra marathon. This inclusive trail run features a scenic lap course, comprehensive aid stations, and commemorative themed medals.

Deuchary Hill Canter on 29 March 2026 is an 18 km hill race at Polney Loch, Dunkeld, with 800 m of ascent. Entry fee is £15, minimum age 20, and competitors must carry safety kit; it is part of the Highland Boundary Series.

The annual Round the Grounds returns to the trail paths of Heriot-Watt University's campus. Choose from a 5k race or a Kids Fun Run, with both offering a scenic multi-terrain experience. It's a popular end-of-semester event with entry avail..

A guided 6 km trail run from Milngavie Train Station using headtorches, following parts of the Clyde Coastal Path and West Highland Way. Social group runs with qualified guides, mandatory trail shoes and a headtorch.

An eight hour trail challenge at Devilla Forest where runners complete as many 4.366 mile laps as possible, timed by electronic wrist tags. Laps convert to half, full and ultra distances and basecamp provides kit storage and race support.

Experience a 10 km multi-terrain race through undulating roads and Setmurthy Woods starting from Cockermouth School. All finishers receive an Easter Egg and can enjoy professional chip timing on this scenic course.

A ticketed running event in Holyrood Park, Edinburgh on 5 April 2026 offering 5 km, 10 km and a half marathon, with all distances held at the park on the same day.

A guided 8 km night trail run from Milngavie Train Station exploring the Clyde Coastal path and West Highland Way. Social pace with a qualified guide, mandatory trail shoes and headtorch, and no dogs or under 18s.

Experience trail running through the North Pennines AONB and UNESCO Global Geopark with eco friendly events starting from the historic market town of Stanhope.

Join this 26 mile fundraiser for the North of Tyne Mountain Rescue Team. Walk or run an anti clockwise loop through the North Pennines including peat bogs and scenic high points like Kilhope Law.

Experience the landscape of the Lake District with trail races of 23 km and 53 km starting from Keswick. These chip timed events include themed medals and routes passing Derwent Water and Scafell Pike.

Test your endurance at West Benridge Farm in this official Backyard Ultra event. Complete a 6.7 km loop every hour on a flat trail course until only one runner remains standing.