Trail Running calendar near Sandhead 2026-2027

Experience Lakeland Paws Whinlatter Tails South, a dog friendly trail run through the south side of Whinlatter Forest on 4 January 2026. Choose 5k or 10k routes over runnable forest roads and trails. The event is currently full.

Test your legs in the Lake District at the YHA King Of The Castle fell race, an exhilarating uphill time trial from Borrowdale hostel to the Castle Crag war memorial. Short and steep 2.5 km course with cake and hot drinks to celebrate at th..

Take on the Kong Winter Series Race 3 around Blencathra and Blease Fell on Sat 10 Jan 2026 from Threlkeld. This demanding 8 km circuit packs 762 m of climb for a classic Lake District fell challenge; pre entry only.

The Ardwhallan will take place in West Baldwin Reservoir on Saturday 10 January 2026. You can run 12 kilometers.

Kick off the new year with Run Forest Run at Loughgall Country Park on 10 January 2026 with 5K, 10K and junior options. Enjoy scenic forest and lakeside trails, chip timing and a finishers medal.

Join Mallusk Harriers for the Mathieson Cup and Shield cross country at Mallusk Playing Fields near Belfast on 11 January 2026. Challenging off road courses on grass and mud welcome runners of all ages with races up to 8 km.

Enjoy the South By Five 5km at Queens Park on 18 January 2026, a friendly community run and finale of the six park series. Entry was free with a requested donation to the Acorn Trails Community Fund and local foodbank, spaces limited.

Classic Lake District fell run from Braithwaite Lodge to Stile End, 8 km with 500 m of climb through scenic but testing winter terrain as the fourth race in the Kong Winter Series. Pre entry only and limited to 300 places; minimum age 16 an..

Join Annadale Striders for the Malcolm Cup XC at Ormeau Park, Belfast on 1 February 2026, a lively cross country meeting with races for youth and seniors up to four miles. Enjoy competitive racing, team and individual prizes, and enter via..

Take on Clough Head in the Kong Winter Series, a punchy fell race in the Lake District on 7 February 2026. Expect about 7.3 km with 570 m of climb over rugged quarry and mountain terrain for a thrilling winter challenge.

Join Dumfries Running Club for a community cross country at MacLeod Pavilion in Dumfries on 7 Feb 2026, with races from U13 to Senior and Masters and medals for every finisher. Low entry fees make it perfect for families and newcomers.

Run Forest Run at Antrim Castle Gardens offers scenic 5K and 10K routes through the gardens past Shanes Castle with views over Lough Neagh. Enjoy a medal, chip timing and a friendly forest race vibe for adults and juniors.

Run a scenic half marathon or 10 km through the Lorton Valley with start and finish in Cockermouth town centre on 8 February 2026. Live chip timing, a finisher medal and stunning Lake District views make for a memorable winter challenge.

Warm up your winter at the Glasgow Winter Warmer Run on 8 February 2026 at Glasgow Green with 5k, 10k and half marathon options. Flat scenic course, a finishers medal and optional fundraising for Shelter make it perfect for runners of all l..

The The Big Victory will take place in Snaefell on Sunday 8 February 2026. You can run 23 kilometers.

Whinlatter Moon Runner invites you to a moonlit 10k at Whinlatter Forest Park on 14 February 2026, tackling very hilly, waymarked trails by head torch. Expect atmospheric winter woodland, a branded memento, on course support and cafe refres..

Grab the ACORN Trail Card for entry to six Acorn Trails races in 2026, plus your choice of a green tee or planting a rewilding tree and a personalised shirt at season end. Only 50 cards available, with priority entry and special pricing.

Experience a two lap roughly 10 km trail through Glasgow's Linn Park with hills, roots and mud. Limited to 100 runners, the friendly ACORN race finishes by the historic Halfpenny Bridge with snacks and manual timing.

Run under the stars at Whinlatter Forest in the Lakeland Paws Night Run, a chip timed trail with 5K and 10K options on undulating forest and easy trails. Bring up to two dogs or race solo for a relaxed night trail vibe.

The Carraghan will take place in Braddan on Saturday 28 February 2026.