Trail Running calendar near Mortonhall 2025-2026

Run from sunset into the winter night on compact piste at Glenshee with 6.5 km and 11.5 km course options across a scenic mountain circuit. Night lighting and mini crampons are required for this atmospheric, adventurous race.

Run through the dramatic grounds of Culzean Castle and Country Park on 1 March 2026, choosing from 5km, 10km or a half marathon. Enjoy coastal views, woodland trails and a lively finish with medal, goodies and Canicross friendly options.

Take on the John Muir Way Ultra, a 50 km challenge or 2 x 25 km team relay on Scotland's Golf Coast. Enjoy coastal, rural and woodland scenery from Port Seton to Foxlake Adventures in Dunbar with race transport included.

Run under star filled skies with Trail Outlaws Dark Skies Run Series at UK dark sky venues like Kielder. Night trail races from 10K to 26.6 miles offer a friendly, highly rated atmosphere for adventurous runners.

Run the Northumberland coast from Bamburgh Castle to Druridge Bay, passing dramatic coastal castles and wide sea views. Choose 54 km or the new 27 km and enjoy live timing, feed stations, a medal and a shirt at the finish.

Run through the historic Alnwick Castle grounds and scenic Hulne Park on 10 km or half marathon routes that start and finish outside the castle. All finishers receive a medal and snacks while entries support local youth development.

Take on a scenic 8 km trail with about 400 m of climb around Bulbys Wood, Ingram on Sun 15 Mar 2026. Entry is on the day only, £5, for runners aged 16 or over seeking a tough, rewarding hill challenge.

Tackle an 11 mile route with 3689 ft of climbing in the Cheviot Hills, summiting The Cheviot and Hedgehope on waymarked trails with a halfway aid station and timed finish. Expect wild upland scenery and a true spring challenge.

Enjoy spring trails at Chatelherault Country Park in Hamilton on 29 March 2026 with 5 km, 10 km or 15 km options for all abilities. Friendly vibe, scenic views and easy online ticketing make this a great day out for runners and supporters.

Tackle 46 miles and over 4,000 metres of ascent across three wild Galloway hill ranges in teams of 2 to 4. Enjoy hot food at checkpoints and mountain rescue support as you push through rugged trails for camaraderie and charity.

Join the 35th Allendale Challenge on Saturday 11 April 2026 in Allendale, Northumberland to support North of Tyne Mountain Rescue Team. Tackle a rugged 26 mile loop through the North Pennines with walker and runner options, chip timing, and..

Run the legendary Devil o' the Highlands, a 42 mile point to point ultramarathon along the West Highland Way from Tyndrum to Fort William. Expect rugged trails, dramatic Highland scenery and a tough climb with a 12 hour cutoff.

Run through Cold War history and sweeping Lake District and Hadrian's Wall views at the RAF Spadeadam Blue Streak Trail Run on 25 April 2026. Choose a 14 mile or 11 km route and support the RAF Benevolent Fund.

Run a scenic 44 mile circular ultramarathon around the Firth of Forth on 25 April 2026, starting and finishing at Helix Park and crossing two Forth bridges. Solo and team relay entries, waymarked route and UTMB index registration.

Take on the Scone Palace Trail Runs on 26 April 2026 with 5 km and 10 km routes winding through the palace grounds and a lap of Perth Racecourse. Canicross friendly, all finishers get a medal, Wild Deer merchandise and refreshments.

Run the Hidden Glen 10K from Monachyle Mhor along the shores of Loch Doine and into Monachyle Glen, featuring a scenic tarmac to trail route. Take on the 10K or join the 1K fun run on this award winning course voted Best 10K in Scotland and..

Run the new Fife Pilgrim Way Ultra on 2 May 2026, a 90K route across historic Fife finishing at St Andrews Cathedral. Enjoy coastal towns, rolling countryside, hot food at select aid stations and a finisher medal plus T shirt.

Join the Carlisle City Urban Trail Run, a 10 km city and off road course from The Sands Centre on 6 May 2026. Limited to 300 runners, with live chip timing and age group prizes for a fun spring challenge.

Run the 55 mile Cateran Trail Ultramarathon on 9 May 2026, a rugged 90 km loop from Gulabin Lodge in Glenshee. Mostly off road over forest trails and open hills, this UTMB Index qualifier is a true self sufficient mountain test.

Saltire Trail Races, Saturday 9 May 2026 at Kilduff Farm Athelstaneford, offer 2 km, 5 km and 10 km routes on private estate trails. Run amid the village fair with BBQ and cakes and help support Athelstaneford Primary School Parent Council.