Trail Running calendar near Newton Stewart 2025-2026

Enjoy a charity 10 km trail run through scenic Palacerigg Country Park in Cumbernauld. Returning as Palacerigg Trail Run 3 on 7 June 2026, this friendly event raises funds for local causes and welcomes runners of all levels.

Run the West Highland Way over three days with a small guided group, covering about 96 miles of iconic Scottish scenery from Loch Lomond to Ben Nevis. A coached non race ultra with pro guidance, small groups and epic mountain and loch views..

Run scenic trails around Ullswater at Pooley Bridge Wild Trail Runs in the Lake District, with 10k and half marathon options. Expect lake and mountain views, live chip timing, medals and Wild Deer goodies for all finishers.

Tackle a short fell race on Flan Fell in Ulverston, with a sharp climb, great views and a punchy out and back finish. Family friendly with junior categories, a new 2025 course and easy on the day entry make this a perfect local challenge.

Recce the first 26 miles of the Lakeland 50 from Pooley Bridge to Ambleside, including the climbs to Mardale Head and Kentmere. Coach transport, checkpoint support and guidance are included to help confirmed Lakeland entrants fine tune thei..

A classic Borrowdale fell race starting outside Langstrath Country Inn, this 7.5 km route climbs 430 m over rough, partly navigational terrain with stunning tarn and valley views. Entries are on the day only and places are limited.

Take on the iconic West Highland Way Race, a 96 mile ultra from Milngavie to Fort William through stunning Scottish Highlands. This epic overnight challenge offers 35 hours to finish and a mountain finish at the Nevis Centre.

Enjoy a scenic but testing 6.7 mile fell race with 1654 ft of climb from YHA Windermere in the Lake District on Sun 28 Jun 2026. Open to runners aged 16 and over with pre entry and on the day entries available.

Join the South Scotland Outdoor Festival at Drumlanrig Castle from 26 to 28 June 2026 for cycling, road and trail running, wellness, live music and films. Pick gravel rides, family runs or relax in saunas and enjoy local food.

Take on the Kirkby Gala Fell Race in Kirkby in Furness, a BOFRA Championship counter that climbs to the windmill across scenic fields. Senior course is 3.45 miles / 6.00 km with 750 feet / 240 meters of ascent and includes junior categories..

The Cringle Hill Fell Race will take place in Isle of Man on Saturday 27 June 2026.

Tackle the classic Blencathra fell race in the Lake District, a challenging 13 km route with 825 m of climb over rugged ridges and stunning views. Pre entry only via SiEntries, this English champs counter is a true test of fell running.

Gategill Fell Race on Wed 1 Jul 2026 in the Lake District is a short steep 3.6 km climb that tests hill running and grit. On the day entries only, wear grippy shoes and enjoy refreshments as proceeds support the local community.

Beat The Bounds in Patterdale on 4 July 2026 offers routes from a family six mile stroll to a full 28 mile fell challenge, all following the parish boundary. Expect stunning peaks, friendly checkpoints and a warm community finish.

Take on the Darren Holloway Memorial Race Buttermere Horseshoe on Sat 4 Jul 2026 in the Lake District. This tough 35.5 km mountain course with 2515 m of climb rewards strong trail skills and spectacular fell scenery.

Explore the Lake District in the Saunders Lakeland Mountain Marathon, a two day mountain navigation event for teams of two. Pick from varied courses, camp overnight and test map and compass skills on rugged terrain.

Explore Honister Slate Mine in this thrilling fell race that starts with a headtorch lit underground section before climbing to Fleetwith Pike and Grey Knotts. Expect rugged terrain, big views and a real taste of adventure.

Join the Langdale Gala fell race in Great Langdale on 5 Jul 2026 for a short but fierce 1.4 mile course with 300 m climb and Lake District views. Entry on the day at New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel with junior races and prizes for top finishers.

Seat Sandal is a Grasmere fell race on 8 July 2026, covering 7.4 km with 700 m of climb through classic Lake District terrain. Day entry only keeps it friendly yet competitive; bring fell kit for steep flagged ascents and technical descents..

Take on the Borrowdale School Bash up Bessyboot in the Lake District: a short but fierce 5.2 km with 456 m of climb, offering stunning fell views and a real challenge. Entry on the day, with beer and a burger for every finisher.