Trail Running calendar near Newton Stewart 2026-2027

A traditional hill race in the Pentland Hills with a senior 5.2 km course rising 310 m and a shorter junior out and back of about 2.2 km. Senior entry is paid while the junior race is free and the entry includes a donation to the Pentland H..

A guided social 8 km trail run from Milngavie Train Station on 23 July 2026 that follows parts of the Clyde Coastal Path and the West Highland Way. A qualified insured guide leads a managed group and trail shoes are required.

Two Lake District ultra trail races: a 100 mile circular route with about 6300 m ascent and a 50 mile route covering the second half with about 3000 m ascent. Both use bridleways and footpaths, have staffed checkpoints, and demand strong na..

Tackle classic Lake District terrain at the High Wether Howe fell race on Sat 25 Jul 2026, a 14 km route with 485 m of climb starting and finishing at Stepps Hall. Entry on the day is welcome and proceeds support the Shap community fund.

A half marathon and 10k around the grounds and nearby forest of Hillsborough Castle, supporting Action Mental Health. The event includes distance markers, chip timing, race photos and a themed medal.

A coastal running event at Carradale Harbour on 26 July 2026 offering 10K, 5K and an under‑16 5K across roads, beach and forest paths. Electronic timing, water stations and traybakes are provided.

A multi-terrain trail race in Rouken Glen Country Park featuring roughly 8 km run as two 4 km laps, varied surfaces and limited to 100 entrants. Manual timing, prizes for winners and an emailed race brief for competitors.

Ambleside Sports includes a BOFRA fell race on 30 July 2026 at Rydal Park. The course is 1.70 miles with 800 feet of climb through bracken to a rocky summit and includes senior and junior routes.

Join the Heart Of The Lakes Rydal Round, a scenic Lake District fell run of 9 miles with 915 m climb around Rydal Park. Entry is on the day and the race opens Ambleside Sports; sports field admission applies.

A 17 mile fell race around Borrowdale with about 6500 feet of ascent, starting and finishing at the Scafell Hotel in Rosthwaite. The route visits Scafell Pike and Great Gable and requires specific prior fell-racing experience and mandatory..

K12 Ultra Marathon at Dean Castle Country Park uses an approximate 4 km loop where runners complete as many laps as possible in a 12 hour period. Individual and relay options are available, with relay teams of up to four members.

A short fell race at Steel End Farm, Thirlmere in the Lake District covering 4 km with 400 m of climb. Day entry is available free, minimum age 16, and the race carries FRA permit and UK Athletics insurance.

The GBultras | Ultra Great Britain will take place in Stranraer on Saturday 8 August 2026.

A 215 mile ultramarathon along the Southern Upland Way from Portpatrick to Cockburnspath with 12 checkpoints, mandatory navigation skills and a 100 hour cut-off. Entry is by application and runners must carry required safety kit.

A 17 km fell race around the east side of the Duddon Valley with 906 m of ascent and summit checkpoints at Grey Friar, The Old Man of Coniston and White Pike. Entries are limited to 200 and strict FRA kit and navigation rules apply.

A 19 mile, 8500 ft challenge walk across the highest Mourne peaks on 8 August 2026. Participants follow their own route between fixed checkpoints and require mountain navigation skills and prior experience.

Part of the Heart of the Glens Festival, the Lurig Challenge Run is a **3.8 mile** off-road out-and-back to the 1073 ft summit of Lurig. The event had limited entry and is now full.

Three distances around Balloch Castle Country Park and Loch Lomond with chip timing, measured courses, finishers medals, hydration stations and free race photos. Age limits apply for 5k and 10k and on the day entries are usually available.

Experience 13 miles of scenic fells and trails starting from the historic Lowther Castle. This marked course features river crossings and 1400ft of ascent with all proceeds supporting the Eden Valley Hospice.

Join this classic Keswick fell race in the Lake District on Wed 12 Aug 2026 for a lively 4.7 mile trail challenge with 280 m climb and a summit of Latrigg. On the day entries are welcome, fee £5 and runners must be 16 or older.