Trail Running calendar near Perth 2025-2026

Run across the wild Scottish Highlands in the Cape Wrath Ultra, a multi day 400 km stage race from Fort William to the Cape Wrath lighthouse. Options include a flexible Explorer format and a shorter 100 mile three day challenge.

Kirkhill 8 is an 8 hour timed trail at Kirkhill Forest where you repeat a scenic 4.3 mile loop as many times as you like, aiming for distances from 20 miles to 50 miles. Field limited to 100 with pre entry closing 30 April 2026.

Blair Castle Trail Weekender offers scenic trail races from kids runs to a 60 km ultra across the Atholl Estate beneath the Cairngorms. The event village brings live music, outdoor cinema and wellness workshops for a festival feel.

Run 50 km along the scenic Ayrshire coast at the Ayrshire Coast Sunset Ultra, starting and finishing at Irvine Beach. Beaches, promenades and trails make this a memorable coastal out and back challenge with sunset views and post race treats..

Take on a rugged 31 mile ultra around Loch Lyon with about 3,500 ft of climbing, river crossings and sweeping Perthshire Highland scenery. Camp by the dam and make a proper weekend running escape.

Run a scenic 15.5 mile loop around Loch Lyon in Perthshire, fully off road with steep climbs, rolling trails and several river crossings that will likely leave feet wet. Finish at Glen Lyon Dam and camp on site for a wild weekend escape.

Run the West Highland Way with guides over three days, tackling about 96 miles of dramatic Highland trail with shared rooms and luggage transfers included. This team focused challenge is currently sold out.

Tackle a scenic 60 km ultra in the Cairngorms with about 1000 m ascent and waymarked trails so navigation is not needed. Limited entries protect the conservation area and aid stations plus basic camping are provided.

The West Highland Way Race will take place in Milngavie on Saturday 20 June 2026. You can run 98 miles.

The Great Glen Ultra is a 72 mile point to point race along the Great Glen Way from Fort William to Inverness, with dramatic Loch Ness and Highland views. Built for solo unsupported runners, marshalled checkpoints and 8,500 ft of climb make..

Tackle a scenic 42 mile Great Glen Way from Fort Augustus to Inverness with sweeping Loch Ness views and about 6,000 ft of ascent. Solo unsupported ultra with three drop bag checkpoints and a finishing lap on the athletics track.

Take on the British Championship Hill Race at the Alva Games in Scotland. A short 2.5 km course climbs 365 m through steep slopes, gorse and muddy gullies, with junior and senior categories for a proper hill running test.

Newtonmore Highland Games : event overview The Newtonmore Highland Games take place each year on the first Saturday in August in Newtonmore. The event is held at The Eilan, the village shinty pitch, and includes heavy events, track and fiel..

Join Maverick Race in the Ochil Hills from University of Stirling for scenic trails through Hermitage Wood and up Black Hill. Distances from 5 km to 49 km with marked, timed courses, aid stations, free parking and a finisher medal.

Take part in the Eyemouth Twilight 5K on 28 August 2026, a chip timed certified seaside run with Scott's Mini Fun Runs for kids. All finishers receive medals, a goodie bag and a Giacopazzi's gelato.

Celebrate the 20th anniversary of the River Ayr Way Challenge, a stunning 40 mile ultra along Scotland's River Ayr on 12 September 2026. Expect rolling countryside, a coastal finish, and a friendly field of runners from across the UK.

Salomon Skyline Scotland brings mountain and trail racing to Nevis Range near Fort William with distances from 10 km to 100 km. Expect live commentary, tracking, an expo, local food stalls and a lively prize giving and evening party.

Salomon Skyline Scotland brings mountain and trail racing to Nevis Range near Fort William with distances from 10 km to 100 km. Expect live commentary, tracking, an expo, local food stalls and a lively prize giving and evening party.

Experience the Wild Deer Scottish Trail Runs at Dalkeith Country Park on 27 September 2026, with scenic woodland trails and open estate terrain. Distances from 5 km to a 32.5 mile ultra welcome all abilities and are canicross friendly.

The Glasgow to Edinburgh Ultra is a 57 mile point to point run linking the cities via canals and towpaths. Take in the Falkirk Wheel and Union Canal while testing endurance with live tracking and chip timing.