Trail Running calendar near Melrose 2026-2027

A 22.4 miles circular challenge on 12 September 2026 around Loch Venachar with 3350 ft ascent. The route starts and finishes at Kirk Hall in Callander and passes checkpoints at Bochastle and Brig o'Turk.

A 13 km marked trail race around Crosby Garrett with 400 m of ascent and views across the Eden and Lune valleys. Junior races run for ages U7 to U17 with on the day entry and separate junior fee.

A traditional Lake District mountain trial at Seathwaite Farm on 13 September 2026 with three courses from about 9 to 18 miles, vetting for experience, map and dibber hire, and a pairs option on the short course.

A 30K run in North Berwick on 13 September 2026 with solo and three person relay options, plus a 10K circular walk. The route includes climbs of North Berwick Law and Traprain Law and supports Scottish Veterans Residences.

An annual mid September mountain navigation event in the Lake District at Seathwaite Farm, Borrowdale. Courses range from a Classic of about 25 miles and 8000 feet of ascent to shorter options; maps, electronic punching and post race food a..

A community running and walking festival at Glamis Castle with sponsored 1 mile, 5k and 10k options, fundraising support for Maggie's, a £30 registration fee, participant t-shirt and finishers medal.

A **50K** mountain ultramarathon on 19 September 2026 around Wooler and the Cheviot Hills, following a GPS route past Yeavering Bell, Hen Hole and other local landmarks. The event includes two aid stations, medical cover, a GPS tracker and..

A Backyard Ultra at West Shields Farm where runners complete a 4.1 mile loop on the hour until one remains. The route mixes farmland, single track and woodland with food stations, tracking and on-site medical cover.

A 15.6 km forest and fell route near Keswick with 870 m ascent, visiting five hill checkpoints and running to raise funds for the restoration of Thornthwaite Church. Limited parking and an X5 bus stop are nearby.

A 11.7 km Category BM fell race at Thropton Showfield in Coquetdale, held during the Thropton country show. Entry on the day only with modest fees, teams of three allowed, and proceeds support Northumberland National Park Mountain Rescue.

Trail runs at Raby Castle offer 5 km, 10 km and half marathon routes through parkland with woodland and lakes, live chip timing, on-site parking and finisher medals.

A trail running event in Hamsterley Forest offering 10K and Half Marathon on undulating, well marked forest trails. Entries include a themed medal, race photos, chip timed results and a serviced event village with food and drink.

A charity run and walk on Sunday 20 September 2026 in Ingram Valley raising funds for Motor Neurone Disease. The approximately 9 km undulating circular course is open to participants aged 16 and over with entry £10.

A multi-distance trail event in the Lake District National Park, 25 to 27 September 2026, linking the region's 13 valleys with races from 22.4 km to 184.3 km, ITRA points and Western States qualifiers, plus children's Future Valleys races.

Trail ultras across the Ochil Hills with 30 and 50 mile options plus a limited 100 mile event. Marked routes, chip timing, GPS tracking, checkpoints with water and drop-bag support; finishers receive medals and category prizes.

The Pilgrims' Ultra is a trail running series on the historic St Oswald's Way in Northumberland. Runners can choose from 50 km, 100 km, and 100 mile distances, starting on Holy Island. The event includes GPS tracking, a T-shirt, and a medal..

A 10 km fell race at Orton C of E Primary School on 26 September 2026, with 258 m of climb, team entries and junior races in U10/12 and U14/16 categories.

A flexible 24 hour trail event at Leighton Hall where individuals, pairs and teams take turns on a 5.75 km woodland and trail loop. Live timing, camping for competitors, on-site catering and prizes for top performances and most time on feet..

A 30 km hill race from Traquair House to Broughton Ales across the Scottish Borders with roughly 1500 m of ascent. The route uses hill tracks and open heather, has eight marshalled checkpoints and requires mandatory emergency kit.

Trail running festival at Dalkeith Country Park near Edinburgh offering distances from a family mile to an ultra marathon. Courses use woodland trails, firm paths and grassy sections, and one well controlled dog per runner is allowed.