Trail Running calendar near Melrose 2026-2027

Run scenic, well marshalled trails around Derwentwater from Fitz Park Keswick with stunning views of Skiddaw, Blencathra and the northern fells. Choose 5k, 10k or 15k routes and enjoy live music, food stalls and lively festival atmosphere.

Blencathra Marathon on 6 Sept 2026 is a scenic yet demanding 26.4 mile fell loop from Caldbeck via five Wainwright summits. Around 6,000 ft ascent, GPS tracking and a warm finish with drinks and a medal suit 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..

Run the scenic River Ayr Way, a 44 mile source to sea trail through wildlife rich valleys and historic sites. Every September the River Ayr Way Challenge invites runners to tackle a 40 mile ultra for a memorable weekend adventure.

Tackle a classic Lake District fell run around Helvellyn and the Dodds, a rugged 18.5 km loop with 1450 m of climbing and stunning mountain views. Open to adults with pre entry or day entry for a proper fell challenge.

The Old Crown Round on 12 Sep 2026 is a tough 36 km Lake District fell race with 2200 m of climbing across pathless open fell, so navigation skills are essential. Pre entry via SiEntries is required and teams are welcome.

Take on the Fellrunner at Cronkley on 12 Sep 2026, a scenic 17.1 km fell race near Barnard Castle with 560 m ascent that tests stamina and navigation. Places are limited and entrants get a chip butty and hot drink at the Farmhouse Kitchen.

Take on the classic La Sportiva Lake District Mountain Trial, a navigational fell race across the fells with three testing courses. Pre entry only and vetting ensure a real mountain challenge with food, prizes and electronic timing.

Tackle a scenic 50K through the Cheviot Hills on this rugged trail ultra starting from Wooler, Northumberland. Expect rolling hills, rocky trails and sweeping moorland, digital navigation, stocked aid stations and a finisher medal for finis..

Tackle the Thornthwaite Round in the Lake District on 19 Sep 2026, a scenic fell race of 15.6 km with 871 m of climb across forest tracks and open fell. Friendly entries on the day and homemade tea await finishers.

Explore Raby Castle estate on 20 September 2026 with 5km, 10km or half marathon trail options across paths, woodland and parkland where deer roam. Enjoy live chip timing, a finisher medal and a drink and snack.

RunThrough Trails Hamsterley Forest 10k and Half Marathon showcases scenic, undulating trails through pine woods and open vistas. Chip timed results, themed medals, free race photos and an event village make it fun and sustainable.

Take on the Altra 13 Valleys Ultra and link the Lake District's 13 iconic valleys over a stunning multi distance trail weekend. Four route options across fells and lakes with on course support and proceeds helping park conservation.

Pilgrims' Ultra is a scenic ultramarathon across Northumberland, starting on Holy Island and following St Oswalds Way toward Hadrian's Wall through coast, castles, hills and forests. Choose 50K, 100K or 100 mile routes for a true pilgrimage..

Experience the Orton Fell Race in the scenic Lake District on Sat 26 Sep 2026, a tough 10 km course with 258 m of climb from Orton village. Open to seniors 16 plus with team and junior races, it offers a classic fell running challenge for a..

Enjoy scenic woodland trails at Dalkeith Country Park on 27 September 2026 with routes from a family mile to ultra, welcoming runners and dogs alike. Live chip timing, medals, event merch and an energy bar for every finisher.

Run a scenic 10 km through Rising Sun Country Park across grassland, woodland and a nature reserve with muddy patches and climbs. Canicross friendly, timed and finishing with medals and event photos.

Run the Charm Bracelet Trail Events with an epic 104 miles or a bold 50 miles along the Pennine Way, finishing at Skinningrove on the coast. October weekend with GPS live tracking, checkpoints, hot food and relay teams for the 104 miles.

Run 57 miles point to point from Glasgow Riverside Museum to Edinburgh Athletics Track, passing the Falkirk Wheel and the Antonine Wall. Live GPS tracking and just 750 spots make this an iconic long distance challenge.

Explore historic Stirling at the William Wallace Running Festival on 10 October 2026, with mixed terrain routes past Stirling Castle and the Wallace Monument. Distances suit all runners from a fun mile to 50 km and 70 km ultras with relay t..