Trail Running calendar near Newton Stewart 2026-2027

Trail half marathon and 10K in Whinlatter Forest on 24 May 2026. Firm, technical forest terrain with steep climbs, live chip timing, canicross friendly and finishers receive a medal, drink and snack.

A short, classic fell race in Coniston featuring a steep climb and a rapid descent over scree. The 1.6 km course is a BOFRA Championship counter, with categories from Under 9 to Seniors. Parking is available nearby for a fee.

Take on the Glaramara Fell Race on Sun 24 May 2026 in the Lake District, starting from Glaramara Outdoor Centre at Seatoller. The 8 km course packs 700 m of climb and entry on the day is free with donations to charity.

MacTuffX Glasgow offers an interval based racing experience featuring 400m and 800m repetitions. Participants can compete as individuals or in teams across multiple distance formats in this fitness event.

The Norn Iron Ultra will take place in Ballintoy from Saturday 30 May 2026 to Sunday 31 May 2026. You can run 100 miles.

Test your mountain skills at the Duddon Valley Fell Race with 10 or 18 mile category A courses. Navigate technical terrain and significant climbs through the scenic English Lake District peaks starting from Seathwaite.

Join a classic Lake District fell race on 30 May 2026 in the wild Duddon Valley, starting at the Newfield Inn in Seathwaite. The 15.3 km course climbs 915 m, offering tough terrain and stunning views for experienced runners; pre entry only.

Experience a challenging offroad journey through the Tweed Valley with the Peebles Pootle. Choose between two demanding distances featuring grassy ridges and panoramic views in the Scottish Borders.

Experience a weekend of off road running in the Lake District featuring trail races, a 24 hour ultra, and navigation challenges. Choose from multiple distances and formats in a celebrated landscape with onsite camping facilities.

Experience a technical 10 km mountain race ascending 850 m to the summit of Slieve Donard. This navigation based event serves as a championship trial for runners looking to test their skills on difficult terrain in County Down.

A fully waymarked 42 km trail around Grasmere and nearby valleys with about 1905 m of ascent. The event provides course drinks, a checkpoint with snacks, tracker hire, mandatory kit checks and a Langdale slate medal at the finish.

Take on a 33.5 mile Ultra, 21.5 mile Trail 20 or 10 mile route around Ullswater, finishing in Glenridding. Enjoy stunning Lake District views, stocked feed stations and a bespoke finisher medal.

Montane Ullswater Way Trail Ultra takes place on Ullswater Way on 31st May 2026 and offers two trail distances. It is one event in the 2026 Montane Trail Series alongside other regional races.

Experience a multi-terrain running festival along the scenic Cumbrian Coastal path. Choose between an 11.75k, 5k, or a 1 mile family fun run with views of the Lakeland fells and Duddon Estuary.

Millstone is an 7.7 km mountain race in County Down featuring 470 m of climbing. Part of the Hill and Dales League, this event requires standard safety kit and emphasizes traditional navigation without the use of GPS devices.

Experience a unique vertical race in the Lake District featuring a 650m ascent over a 2.4km uphill course. Reach the iconic summit of Harrison Stickle and enjoy live music at the finish in a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

A 50 km out and back ultramarathon along the Ayrshire Coast starting and finishing at Irvine Beach, running across beaches, promenades and trails from sunset into sunrise. Aid stations at 12, 25 and 37 km; drop bag option at 25 km.

A 63 km mountain ultra with 4400 m ascent on technical single-track trails in the Central Lake District. Held on 6 June 2026 with a 15 hour cutoff and a minimum age of 19.

A 56 mile trail race on the Southern Upland Way on 6 June 2026, with 2447 m ascent, 400 places and a 20-hour cut-off. Mandatory kit and a prior marathon are required; GB Race Tracker provides live GPS tracking.

Experience 104 miles of historic trails across the Southern Upland Way from St John's Town of Dalry to Galashiels. This self-sufficient ultramarathon features 4611m of elevation and is a UTMB index race.