Trail Running calendar near Muirkirk 2025-2026

Take on the Falkland Yomp, an 11 km trail around Falkland Estate with two steady climbs and a sharp finish, winding through forest, roots and gravel. Entries help fund trail upkeep and the race often sells out with a waiting list open.

Trail festival at Vogrie Country Park on 18 January 2026 with distances from a family 1.6 km fun run to a scenic half marathon through woodlands and the Tyne Valley. All races start and finish by the Victorian manor house.

Take on the Frostbite Trail Race at scenic Lochore Meadows: two laps of 4 to 4.5 miles over trails and woods where mud adds fun, so trail shoes are recommended. Finishers receive a memento and places are limited.

Test yourself on a scenic 13.7 mile hill run around Selkirk with about 800 m of ascent, run under Scottish Hill Racing rules. The event is popular and currently full, with a waiting list available.

Tackle a classic Cumbrian fell at Blake Fell Race starting from The Leaps in Kirkland on Saturday 24 January 2026. The senior route is a tough 9.5 km with 429 m of ascent and junior races for a range of ages.

Join the Buchlyvie 10k, a chip timed trail along the old railway track with one rolling hill and a village finish. Limited to 300 runners, this friendly race offers jelly babies at the turn, after race refreshments, medal and goodie bag.

Experience Kielder Forest by torchlight at the Lewis Burn Trail Run, a 10 km night trail with punchy climbs and flowing forest descents. Tackle the steep zig zags of Simons Tester before a thrilling run back to Bakethin car park.

Classic Lake District fell run from Braithwaite Lodge to Stile End, 8 km with 500 m of climb through scenic but testing winter terrain as the fourth race in the Kong Winter Series. Pre entry only and limited to 300 places; minimum age 16 an..

Run a 17 km moonlit trail through Kielder Forest, from lakeside tracks into hillier mountain bike trails with a scenic descent into Kielder village. Part of the Shadowlands series, the race offers prizes and series points.

Take on the Ardgartan Trail Race on 7 Feb 2026, an adventurous roughly 21 mile loop around Ardgartan Peninsula with about 3,500 ft of climbing. Mostly off road, the course winds past waterfalls and up to Rest And Be Thankful for great views..

Take on the six hour Trailspire Ultra at Callander Park, a fully waymarked loop of rolling trails and woodland with views of historic Callander House. Run solo or with a two person relay team and see how many laps you can complete.

Take in Lake District views on road routes through Lorton Valley at the North Lakes Half Marathon and 10 km in Cockermouth on 8 February 2026. Live chip timing, event medals and Wild Deer merch make this a memorable winter run.

Warm up your winter with the Glasgow Winter Warmer Run at Glasgow Green on 8 February 2026, with 5K, 10K and half marathon options for all abilities. Mainly flat path course, chip timed with medals and optional fundraising for Shelter.

Enjoy scenic trail racing in Devilla Forest with 15k and 5k options, starting and finishing at the Scottish Police College in Tulliallan on 8 Feb 2026. Pre entry only, chip timing, bespoke medals and post race refreshments make this a rewar..

Light up the forest on Valentine's night with the Whinlatter Moon Runner, a 10 km head torch trail through Keswick's atmospheric, very hilly woods. Expect twisting tracks, glow, a branded memento and post race treats for a memorable winter..

Run the Glentress Trail Marathon in the Tweed Valley on Sunday 15 February 2026, with 42k, 21k and 10k options over forest singletrack, moorland and mountain bike trails. Expect big climbs, stunning views and well marked routes with visitor..

Test your trail legs at the Glentress Trail Race in scenic Glentress Forest near Peebles, with 21 km, 10 km and new 5 km options for all abilities. Expect singletrack, moorland and mountain bike trails plus on course aid and a finishers med..

Run Glentress on 15 February 2026 with 42 km, 21 km, 10 km or a new 5 km option across the scenic Tweed Valley forest. Expect flowing singletrack, panoramic climbs and fully marked routes that suit a range of abilities.

Light up Whinlatter Forest with a headtorch in the Lakeland Paws Whinlatter Tails Night Run, choosing 5k or 10k undulating trail routes. Dogs are welcome with up to two per runner and individual starts for a relaxed, chip timed night event.

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.