Trail Running calendar near Muirkirk 2026-2027

A hill running event in Birnam, Dunkeld on 28 March 2026 with a senior 6.6 km course (360 m climb) and junior races of about 1.5 km and 3 km. The race uses ProTay timing and is part of the Highland Boundary Series.

Lakeland Paws: Tour de Whinlatter offers 9k or 12k runs on forest tracks around Whinlatter Top. It is chip timed and dog friendly, with harnesses available to borrow. The route explores scenic, quieter parts of the forest.

A multi-distance running event at Chatelherault Country Park in Hamilton on 29 March 2026, organised by Up and Running Events, offering 6 km, 10 km and 16 km options with tickets available.

Deuchary Hill Canter on 29 March 2026 is an 18 km hill race at Polney Loch, Dunkeld, with 800 m of ascent. Entry fee is £15, minimum age 20, and competitors must carry safety kit; it is part of the Highland Boundary Series.

The annual Round the Grounds returns to the trail paths of Heriot-Watt University's campus. Choose from a 5k race or a Kids Fun Run, with both offering a scenic multi-terrain experience. It's a popular end-of-semester event with entry avail..

A five hour multi-lap endurance run in a medieval-style village at Carron Valley, with solo and team relay categories, a village hub with aid and music, and costume prizes alongside titles for top finishers.

A *10 km* cross-country race at Cockermouth School on 4 April 2026 featuring road, woodland track and field sections, chip timing, and on-course guidance about footwear and clothing; organised by Derwent AC.

A ticketed running event in Holyrood Park, Edinburgh on 5 April 2026 offering 5 km, 10 km and a half marathon, with all distances held at the park on the same day.

Bruce's Crown is a challenging team navigation race through the Galloway hills, covering 46 miles. The event supports Galloway Mountain Rescue Team and features checkpoints with hot provisions. A shorter 20-mile solo race, the Heart of Gran..

The Heart of Granite fell race features a 20-mile circular course with 1850m of ascent. Open to solo runners, it is held on 11th April and is licensed by Scottish Hills Runners.

The Lake District Running Festival offers 53k and 23k trail races through the iconic fells, starting and finishing in Keswick. Participants receive a themed medal, chip timing, photos, and a post-race meal. The event is fully marked and mar..

The BrewDog Fife Run is a 19.5-mile fun run along the scenic Fife Coastal Path from Dundee to St Andrews. It finishes on the famous 18th hole of the Old Course and includes transport, a medal, and a t-shirt. The event is not a race and welc..

The Ben Ledi Uphill Only Race is a 5.3 km climb with 760 meters of ascent, finishing on the summit. It doubles as the Scottish Athletics Senior and U20 Hill Running Championships. All runners must carry full waterproof and thermal gear.

Tackle the Grisedale Grind, a steep 4 km Lake District fell race with a testing 480 m ascent that rewards gutsy climbs. Entry on the day for £7 cash, juniors welcome at Revelin Moss opposite Whinlatter Visitor Centre.

Teenager With Altitude is a long, challenging fell race on the Newlands Valley Horseshoe, covering over 15 miles with significant climb. The event requires full mountain kit and offers post-race refreshments. It starts from the Newlands Adv..

Tackle the stunning slopes of the Newlands Memorial Race in the Lake District, 18.5 km with 1100 m of climb from Newlands Adventure Centre. Pre entry only for adults 18 and over, and a popular counter in the Lakes Grand Prix.

The Ben Chonzie Hill Race in April 2026 is a Scottish Hill Runners championship event with a new 22.9 km route over Ben Chonzie and Loch Turret. It features a free junior race and post-race refreshments.

Join the Gartmorn Trail Race in Alloa for a scenic 10 km loop around woodland paths and Gartmorn Dam. A shorter 3 km junior race is also available for ages 8-15. The event features post race refreshments and prizes.

This 42-mile ultramarathon runs point-to-point along Scotland's West Highland Way from Tyndrum to Fort William. With four checkpoints and a 12-hour limit, it's a classic trail challenge. The event has a strong focus on inclusivity and envir..

Run through history at the active RAF Spadeadam station. The trail routes pass iconic Blue Streak rocket launch platforms and historic military sites with views of the Lake District. All profits support the RAF Benevolent Fund.