Trail Running calendar near Saint John's Town of Dalry 2025-2026

A classic Coniston fell race packing a punch in just a mile, climbing 900 feet on a steep ascent and scree descent. A BOFRA counter for juniors and seniors, it delivers a short sharp test with fine Lakeland views.

Race forest trails with steep climbs and fast descents at the Whinlatter Forest Half Marathon or 10K, enjoying sweeping Lake District panoramas. Dog friendly entries and bespoke finisher medals make it a memorable day.

Explore Grasmere in the OMM Lite Trail Quest Team on 30 to 31 May 2026, racing solo or in teams to visit as many of 30 mapped checkpoints as you can before the time limit. Expect live tracking, bespoke maps, timing chips and a hot post race..

Run the classic Grasmere Gallop, a waymarked 42 km trail marathon looping around Grasmere and nearby valleys with Lake District scenery. Finishers earn a Langdale slate medal and cake after a testing day on the fells.

Join the Ayrshire Coast Sunset Ultra on 5 to 6 June 2026, a scenic 50 km out and back from Irvine Beach along coastal beaches and trails. Expect marshalled crossings, aid stations, post race treats, a finisher medal and goody bag.

Push for the summit at Stickle Grind 650, a fierce 2.4 km uphill trail with 650 m of ascent through classic Lake District scenery. Expect marked routes, checkpoints, live music and a summit finish at Harrison Stickle.

Tackle 56 miles along the stunning Southern Upland Way in Ultra Scotland 50 on 6 June 2026, featuring 2,447 m of climbing and live GPS tracking for supporters. Expect a rugged, scenic test across wild Scottish hills.

Take on Ultra Scotland 100, a 104 mile trail ultramarathon along the stunning Southern Upland Way from St Johns Town of Dalry to Galashiels. Tackle remote Scottish hills, strict cut offs and earn a commemorative buckle for finishing.

Enjoy a scenic 21 km race with about 850 m of ascent through Great and Little Langdale on steep technical trails. Part of the Rab Scafell Skyrunning Weekend, the event returns to Stickle Barn for music and finish line vibes.

Explore the Southern Lake District from Kendal on 6 and 7 June with looped ultra and shorter trail options that pass Ambleside Garburn Pass and Lake Windermere. Choose single or two day formats with strong support for walkers and runners.

Rab Scafell Sky Ultra 2026: An epic 60 km mountain ultra through the Central Lake District with 4400 m of ascent on steep technical trails. Expect big climbs, wild scenery and full safety support for a true skyrunning challenge. Rab Scafel..

Take on an 8 hour loop challenge at Glentress and complete as many 4.366 mile trail laps with around 830 ft of ascent as you can. Chase half, marathon or ultra distances on stunning forest trails with support at basecamp.

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.

Join the Pooley Bridge Wild Trail Runs on Saturday 13 June 2026 in the Lake District for scenic off road trails and a friendly atmosphere. Choose 10 km or half marathon routes, enjoy chip timing and a bespoke finisher medal, and dogs are we..

The Ulverston Fell Race on 13 June 2026 is a short, punchy climb to Flan Fell with great views and a friendly village atmosphere. Races for kids through seniors make it ideal for families and hill runners alike.

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

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..

Beat The Bounds in Patterdale traces the parish boundary through the stunning Ullswater valley, with options from a gentle 6 mile family downhill to a bold 28 mile boundary challenge. Held 4 July 2026, proceeds benefit the village school an..

The Lakeland Trails Ultra will take place in Ambleside on Saturday 11 July 2026. You can run between 14 and 100 kilometers.

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.