Trail Running calendar near Portpatrick 2025-2026

Join the 89th McConnell Shield cross country at Sixmilewater Park, Ballyclare on 1 November 2025 for lively junior and senior races, chip timing and great club atmosphere. Enjoy a scenic, competitive day hosted by East Antrim Harriers.

Dog friendly trail runs in Dodd Wood offering scenic climbs and views of the Coledale Fells, with 5K and 8K routes over varied forest trails and a steep final descent. Event is currently full.

Join the classic Sale Fell Race at Sale Fell near Wythop Mill, a testing 3.7 mile fell run with 900 ft of ascent and hilltop views. Friendly to juniors and veterans, it mixes competition with scenic countryside.

Join the Crag Fell Handicap in Ennerdale on 6 December. This scenic 2.5 mile out and back to the summit features staggered handicap starts for a friendly, competitive fell run.

Join Lakeland Paws Dawn 2 Dusk at Whinlatter Forest on 13 December for a canicross endurance event where solo and pair teams cover as many 7 km laps as daylight allows. Scenic tracks, big climbs and friendly support await you and your dog.

Take on the Cairnsmore Hill Race on 13 December 2025 in the Southern Galloway, a rugged winter fell run to the Cairnsmore of Fleet summit. Entries support Galloway Mountain Rescue Team and suit experienced runners with navigation skills.

Join the 65th Cyclists vs The Harriers Festive Event on 14 December 2025 for a spirited run and ride across grass, moor and trails with fun obstacles at Irvine Sports Club. Pre entry only, open to ages 15 and up.

Join the Boxing Day Boomerang at Dundonald Castle for 5k and 10k road and trail routes supporting Ayrshire Sportsability. Enjoy a festive post run atmosphere with the castle tearoom open, raffle prizes and a friendly crowd.

Join the Castlewellan Christmas Cracker on 27 December 2025 for an 8.5 miles race for teams of two through roads, fields and forest tracks around Castlewellan. Finish together for medals and prizes including fancy dress and note entries are..

Join the South By Five 5 km at Bellahouston Park on 4 January 2026, one of six friendly community runs across Glasgow. Free entry with a required donation, limited to 65 places so sign up early to secure your spot.

Kick off the year on forest trails at Lakeland Paws Whinlatter Tails South in Whinlatter Forest on 4 January 2026, with scenic 5K and 10K off road courses. Dog friendly and chip timed for a fun, competitive start to the season.

Tackle a classic Cumbrian fell at Blake Fell Race starting from The Leaps in Kirkland on Saturday 24 January 2026. The senior route is a tough 9.5 km with 429 m of ascent and junior races for a range of ages.

Run a scenic Half Marathon or 10 km through quiet country lanes of the Lorton Valley with Lake District views, starting and finishing near Cockermouth. Friendly event with live chip timing, medals and post race goodies for all finishers.

Warm up your winter at Glasgow Winter Warmer Run at Glasgow Green with 5k, 10k and half marathon options on a mainly flat course. Support Shelter and enjoy a friendly race with medals and post race treats.

Run the Whinlatter Moon Runner 10k under head torches through Whinlatter Forest near Keswick. A very hilly, waymarked night trail with eco friendly touches, a keepsake memento, free photos and wildflower seeds.

Join the Lakeland Paws Whinlatter Tails Night Run through Whinlatter Forest on 28 February 2026 for a runnable, undulating 5K or 10K in the dark. Head torches are required and dogs are welcome with individual starts to give pups space.

Culzean Castle Trail Runs return on Sunday 1 March 2026 with 5 km, 10 km and half marathon options across scenic coastal woodlands. Canicross friendly, all finishers get a medal, Wild Deer merchandise and a snack.

Experience a scenic 20 kilometre single lap around Buttermere and Crummock Water on varied off road trails, from lakeshore to woodland. Limited to 200 runners, this undulating route mixes runnable sections with technical, rough stretches.

Run 100 km across the Lake District on Lakes Traverse 2026, a coast to coast ultramarathon from St Bees to Shap on 28 to 29 March 2026. Expect dramatic fells, lakeside trails and a tough, unforgettable experience for seasoned runners.

Run the Northern Traverse 2026, a self supported multi day ultra along Wainwright's Coast to Coast from St Bees to Robin Hood's Bay. Cover about 300 km and 6,500 m of ascent across three national parks for an epic end of March challenge.