Trail Running calendar near Portpatrick 2026-2027

Tackle the Grisedale Grind, a steep 4 km Lake District fell race with a testing 480 m ascent that rewards gutsy climbs. Entry on the day for £7 cash, juniors welcome at Revelin Moss opposite Whinlatter Visitor Centre.

A hill race on 15 April 2026 covering 5.7 km with 380 m of ascent across Fairlie Glen and the summit plateau. Entries are limited to 150, and prizegiving with a hot drink and cake is held at Fairlie Parish Church.

An 8 km forest path race with 300 m climb in Castlewellan Forest Park. It is the first race in the 2026 Hills and Dales series, organised by Newcastle AC and based at the Life Adventure Centre.

A 10 km mountain trail race on Binevenagh with 350 m of climb, part of the NIMRA and IMRA Ulster series. Entries were online only and the event is listed as full; full kit is required and the course is chip timed.

Trail race in Castlemilk on 19 April 2026 offering a just over 10 km route and a shorter 6 km option through deciduous woodlands, with waymarked trails, a water station, volunteer marshals and finish snacks.

Tollymore on 23 April 2026 is an 8 km hill race with 300 m of climb at Tollymore Upper Car Park, the second race in the 2026 Hills and Dales series. Organised by Newcastle AC, entries run via SiEntries with age and kit requirements.

A mountain running event with a NIMRA Championship long course and a shorter NIMRA League course on the Carricklittle track, visiting local peaks and requiring navigation skills and mandatory race kit.

Test your physical limits at the Forma Games 2026 fitness weekend. Compete in teams of two or three across specialized strength power and endurance zones to determine the ultimate all round athletes.

Tackle the Lords Seat Fell race at Whinlatter Visitor Centre, an 8 km route with 430 m of climb across scenic, rugged fells. Entry on the day only £7 cash, with junior races and a start from the visitor centre car park.

A trail race in the Hill and Dale series at Kilbroney Forest on 30 April 2026, featuring an 8 km route with 500 m of climb. Entry is via SiEntries and competitors must be at least 15 years old.

A primarily off-road 5.6 miles (9k) race around the Pad near Neilston, starting and finishing at the Neilston Show Field. The route features road, path, trail and muddy sections with a short steep climb, entrants must be 16 or over.

A 5 km mountain race on open terrain with 750 m of ascent at Carrick Little Car Park on 7 May 2026. The unmarked route requires navigation and a minimum age of 15 years; entries are handled through SiEntries and the event is organised by Ne..

A 35 mile trail running event on the Kintyre Way from Tayinloan to Campbeltown on 9 May 2026. Waymarked route with GPS tracking, drop-bag service, finish showers and massage, with solo and relay entry options.

The Slieuwhallian will take place in Saint John's on Saturday 9 May 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

Final event of Lakeland Paws Season 4 at Whinlatter with fully marked forest and trail courses. Two options, an 8K summit loop and a 5K shorter route, chip timed and with harnesses available for dogs.

A charity trail event at Pollok Country Park on 10 May 2026 offering 5 km and 10 km multi-terrain routes, manual timing, finishers goody bags, water and first aid, with all profits donated to Bike For Good.

A mountain race in the Hills and Dales series at Meelmore Lodge, covering 7 km with 700 m of climb on an unmarked route. Entry rules include a minimum age of 15 and required full body cover.

Experience an endurance challenge at the historic Inverkip trails where you can run as many laps as you choose in 24 hours. Enjoy a festival atmosphere with on site camping and full facilities in the Scottish forest.

The Uplawmoor Festival of Running returns in May 2026 with a fast 9 km road race. The challenging course features significant climbs and a fast downhill finish, with all proceeds supporting mental health charity SAMH.

A 15.5 km mountain race on the Isle of Arran with 870 m of ascent, starting and finishing at Ormidale Pavilion in Brodick. The route climbs Goat Fell via the standard tourist path and requires specific mountain safety kit and hill support.