Trail Running calendar near Merchant City 2026-2027

Race Across Scotland is a 215-mile ultramarathon traversing Scotland's entire Southern Upland Way from coast to coast. With 12 checkpoints and a 100-hour cutoff, it demands self-sufficiency and navigational skill. The event has strict manda..

Experience the diverse terrain of Stirling with five trail distances ranging from a 5 km forest run to a 50 km mountain ultra. Navigate undulating trails and fell climbs starting from the historic University of Stirling.

Explore a network of scenic forest trails starting from the grounds of Tulliallan Castle. This festival offers half marathon, 10km, and 5km trail runs alongside a family fun run.

A long fell race across the Ochil Hills from Glen Devon to Stirling University, visiting multiple summit controls. The route includes two marked sections, mandatory navigation kit, and pre entry or limited on the day entry.

Celebrate a decade of trail running in Scotland at the 10th anniversary of the Dunoon Ultra Marathon. Choose between a solo ultra or a three person relay through the scenic landscapes of Argyll with a historic pier finish.

Run the Borders is a 109 km loop on the Borders Abbey Way passing four ruined abbeys and historic towns. Options include a 50K, the full 109 km and a four person relay on mixed tarmac, trails and riverbanks.

Experience a solo adventure at Dalkeith Country Park with trail runs and weighted ruck challenges. Navigate woodland paths through a historic 1000 acre estate south of Edinburgh featuring live chip timing and specialized categories.

Experience a 10 km trail race on the Isle of Arran featuring rough footpaths and forestry roads with 600 feet of ascent. Starting from Brodick, this scenic route offers a mix of hill climbs and forest descents.

Enjoy a three part summer 5K series through Edinburgh's scenic parks. These chip timed evening races at Inverleith Park, Leith Links, and Fettes offer a friendly atmosphere for runners of all abilities.

A way marked 53 mile trail ultramarathon along the iconic West Highland Way from Milngavie to Tyndrum. This inclusive point to point race features 2300m of ascent through the Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park.

Experience a 43 km team relay through the beautiful hills of Glen Lednock. This four stage event features mountain terrain and trail sections starting and finishing in the village of Comrie.

Experience a unique obstacle run in Glasgow featuring a variety of large inflatable structures. This event offers a 5k course designed for participants to navigate through multiple bouncy stations in Lanarkshire.

The world's largest Inflatable 5K obstacle course comes to Edinburgh. The 2026 event promises a bigger and bouncier experience. It takes place on Saturday 5th September.

Experience the ancient woodlands of Northumberland with a scenic trail run starting from Kielder Castle. Choose from five distances ranging from 5 km to a 52 km ultra marathon through historic forest trails and fell terrain.

Test your endurance in the Borders 8-hour Challenge. Run as many 4.3-mile trail loops as you can around Borders Forest Park. Your lap count determines if you complete a half, full, or ultra marathon.

Experience an off road trail running adventure through the Scottish Highlands from Ben Nevis to Glencoe. Choose between a full or half marathon featuring mountain terrain and the famous Devils Staircase.

Test your endurance at MacTuffX Livingston with interval based distances of 400m or 800m. Register for solo categories or join forces with others in the doubles and relay team formats.

Experience the scenery of Ayrshire in this 40 mile ultra marathon or relay from Glenbuck Loch to Ayr. Enjoy a supported point to point route with regular checkpoints and bag transport services.

Experience a scenic 22.4 mile circular walk through the Trossachs starting from Callander. This LDWA challenge event circles Loch Venachar and offers spectacular views of Ben Ledi and the surrounding Scottish crags.

Experience a scenic 30 km journey through North Berwick and East Linton via solo, relay, or 10 km walk options. This fully marshalled event features hill climbs and coastal trails while supporting Scottish veterans.