Trail Running calendar near Melrose 2026-2027

Join the Urban Trail Series for marked trail races from Biddick Academy across spring to autumn, with distances from 5K to half marathon. Enter single races or buy a season ticket for savings, prizes and a presentation evening.

Enjoy a scenic half marathon in Hamsterley Forest on 26 April 2026 across hilly mixed terrain and traffic free trails. Friendly support, regular water stops and a finisher medal make this a memorable spring challenge.

Run the Dalgety Bay 10K from the Sailing Club along scenic coastal trails and woodland while supporting upgrades to the Fife Coastal Path. Friendly community vibe with varied terrain and full race day support.

Race The Tram Edinburgh has you board a tram to your start then run back to Edinburgh Park Central trying to beat the tram. Limited to 500 entrants, enjoy prizes, a goodie bag and a race memento while supporting meningitis research.

Cockfield Chase is a friendly fell race on ancient Cockfield Fell featuring a guided 3.5 km route lap followed by a 3.5 km timed lap, totalling 7 km with about 160 m of climb. Beginner friendly, scenic and community driven with post race re..

Run Gibside's 600 acre estate on Wednesday 29 April 2026 on 5 km or 10 km trails through gardens, woodland and historic ruins, with a good chance to see deer. Canicross friendly and chip timed, all finishers get a bespoke medal and snack.

Tackle the Lords Seat Fell race at Whinlatter Visitor Centre, an 8 km route with 430 m of climb across scenic, rugged fells. Entry on the day only £7 cash, with junior races and a start from the visitor centre car park.

Experience the Fife Pilgrim Way Ultra Marathon, a scenic 90K from North Queensferry to St Andrews Cathedral along the historic pilgrim route. Limited to 150 runners, the May event includes T shirts, finisher medals, hot aid station food and..

Take on the Carlisle City Urban Trail Run on 6 May 2026, a lively 10 km through the city and riverside trails. Expect a mix of road and off road terrain, friendly competition and prizes for top finishers.

Tackle a classic Lake District fell race from Dockray to Hartside on Wed 6 May 2026, covering 10 km with a stiff 800 m of climb. Entry on the day is £5 with parking at the quarry car park. Expect a tough scenic course and friendly vibes.

Join the Lakeland Paws Dogs @ Dodd Double Header at Dodd Wood for a scenic canicross on forest trails with views across Bassenthwaite Lake. Choose 5K or 8K loops, bring one or two dogs on most sections, or run solo.

Join the Saltire Trail Races in Athelstaneford on Saturday 9 May 2026 for scenic 2 km, 5 km and 10 km farm trails at Kilduff Farm. Family friendly fun and village fair treats raise funds for Athelstaneford Primary School.

Celebrate the Season 4 finale at Lakeland Paws Whinlatter, tackling trails and a summit run to Seat How with 8K and 5K options. Dogs welcome on suitable harnesses for narrow summit sections, or run solo and enjoy season prizes afterwards.

Take on the classic Latrigg fell race in Keswick, Lake District on 13 May 2026, a short but steep 3 mile climb with great views. Entry is available on the day for a small fee on a fully flagged route for runners aged 13 and up.

Enjoy scenic 5 km and 10 km trail runs around Derwent Reservoir, across firm trails, grass and woodland. Canicross friendly with live chip timing and finisher medal, merch and a postrun snack.

Challenge the Latterbarrow Loop fell race in the Lake District on Wednesday 20 May 2026, a punchy 4.8 km loop from Cold Fell Gate with 250 m of climb. Entry on the day is £5, places limited to 100 and every finisher gets a prize.

Run the Dun Holm Challenge in Durham on scenic trails along the River Wear with stunning cathedral views. Choose distances from a 3 km minimum to ultras or take the multi day Time Challenge, earn themed medals and enjoy lap aid stations.

Join Day 2 of the Dun Holm Challenge, a 7 hour timed run around the River Wear with flat laps and Cathedral views. Choose from a 3 km finisher up to ultras and 50 km, with aid stations, toilets and vegan options.

Race scenic but testing trails through Whinlatter Forest in the Lake District on 24 May 2026, with panoramic lake and mountain views plus steep climbs and fast descents. Half marathon or 10K, medal, refreshments and canicross welcome.

Take on the Glaramara Fell Race on Sun 24 May 2026 in the Lake District, starting from Glaramara Outdoor Centre at Seatoller. The 8 km course packs 700 m of climb and entry on the day is free with donations to charity.