Trail Running calendar near Port Bannatyne 2025-2026

Ultra Scotland 50 is a rugged 56 mile trail along the Southern Upland Way, showcasing wild Scottish scenery and big climbs. Limited to 400 runners, it features checkpoints, mandatory kit checks and live GPS tracking.

Ultra Scotland 100 is a 104 mile trail ultramarathon along the wild Southern Upland Way, traversing dramatic hills, lochs and ridges. Limited to 250 runners with a 38 hour cut off, it is a true long distance challenge for experienced runner..

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.

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

Take on the Great Glen Ultra, a tough 72 miles from Fort William to Inverness along the spectacular Great Glen Way with 8500 ft of ascent and 4 UTMB points. Expect mixed terrain, marshaled checkpoints and a true self reliant ultra.

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.

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

Race Across Scotland is a 215 mile self supported ultra along the scenic Southern Upland Way from Portpatrick to Cockburnspath, testing endurance over rugged hills with a strict 100 hour cutoff. Entry by application and places are limited.

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.

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.

Explore Dalkeith Country Park on 27 September 2026 for the Wild Deer Scottish Festival Trail Runs, offering distances from a family mile to a 32.5 mile ultra and welcoming Canicross. Finishers get a medal, event merch and live chip timing.

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.

Join the William Wallace Running Festival on 10 Oct 2026 in Stirling for scenic routes past the Wallace Monument and other historic sights. Choices span a 1 mile fun run to 70 km with solo or relay teams and a lively finish at Stirling.

Spice up your autumn at the Auchterarder 10K Chilli Trail on 31 October 2026, a scenic run into the Ochil Hills with forest trails, stream crossings and climbs. Walk, jog or race the chilli pepper shaped route and claim a bespoke medal.

Take on Scurry to the Sea, a 12 mile run from Pentland summits down to Musselburgh beach. Trails, cross country and urban navigation combine for a scenic, adventurous challenge.

The MTC Nuckelavee will take place in Edinburgh on Monday 31 May 2027. You can run 41 miles.