Trail Running calendar near Newton Stewart 2026-2027

A MapRun navigation event in Braithwaite, Lake District on 20 Sep 2026, using electronic controls and a Category O course. Open to those aged 14 and over, with pre entry via SiEntries or on the day entry.

Experience an epic trail adventure through the UNESCO World Heritage Lake District National Park. Choose from four distances ranging from 22km to 184km connecting the region’s stunning valleys and lakes.

Take on the Eskdale Show fell race in the Lake District, a scenic 6.9 km course with 277 m of climb across classic fell terrain. Open to adults and juniors, with easy entry on the day for spontaneous race plans.

The North Barrule will take place in Ramsey on Saturday 26 September 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

The Three Shires Fell Race is a 22 km mountain event with 1535 m of climbing. Starting from Tilberthwaite Farm, this classic fell race requires navigational skills and specific safety kit for all participants.

A 24-hour, self-directed trail challenge at Leighton Hall on a 5 km off-road loop. Individual, couples and team entries let participants swap turns, run through the night, and target distance or time-on-feet prizes.

The Backyard Ultra - Isle of Man will take place in Saint John's on Friday 2 October 2026. You can run 7 kilometers.

A four-leg fell running relay in the Lake District Fells held the first Saturday in October, with teams of eight running in pairs over mountain terrain that requires navigation without GPS. Entry is limited to 70 teams and the 2026 fee is £..

Test your endurance at The Buzzard's Roost in County Down. This 11.90 km mountain race features an 870 meter climb and forms part of the IMRA Ulster Championships.

Mud Madness at Chatelherault Country Park on 4 October 2026 features a 1 km children’s mud run and a 5 km family mud run with obstacles, water hazards and on-course marshals, plus t-shirt, medal and post-race refreshments.

Part of the BOFRA Championship, this fell race in West Cumbria features a steep 700 meter climb to the summit of Kirk Fell. Runners compete across junior and senior categories at the historic Wasdale Head Show.

A 57 mile point to point ultramarathon from Glasgow to Edinburgh in October, run mainly on canal towpaths, tarmac and concrete. The race limits entries to 750, features live GPS tracking and checkpoint support with a 16 hour cut off.

SkyRun the Mournes features three demanding skyrunning races in the scenic Mourne mountains. Runners can choose from distances of 50 km, 35 km, or 20 km, each with significant elevation gain. The event is scheduled for October 10th, 2026.

Test your mountain skills at the Langdale Horseshoe, a 21.1 km fell race through some of the Lake District's most challenging terrain. This classic event features over 1450 m of ascent across rocky ground and pathless fells.

The James Coulson Laxey Fell will take place in Laxey on Saturday 24 October 2026. You can run 13 kilometers.

Take on the classic Buttermere fell race on 25 October 2026 at Gatesgarth Farm, a tough 5 km senior route with 600 m of climbing plus short junior races. Enjoy a traditional shepherds meet atmosphere, entry on the day and a warm drink.

Trail races of 5k, 10k and 15k on 31 October 2026 from Glenridding, with marked, marshalled routes through woodlands and fell foothills. Courses have varied terrain; competitors must carry their own water and may need compulsory kit in bad..

Take on a scenic 10 Miles loop around Derwent Water at the Derwentwater Ten, a classic road race hosted by Keswick AC. Enjoy tarmac roads, rolling lakeside views, mid race drinks and a lively finish on 1 November 2026.

A trail running event at Ullswater on 1 November 2026 offering 10k and 14k routes with boat transfer to the start, compulsory weather kit and time limits, plus an event village with local food traders and live race coverage.

Tackle a scenic but testing fell race in Dunnerdale, Lake District: 8 km with a 550 m climb over rugged hills. Pre entry only, join solo or as a three person team for a classic Broughton Mills Village Hall start.