Trail Running calendar near Sandhead 2026-2027

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.

Run a moonlit 10k through Whinlatter Forest on 14 February, navigating a hilly, fully waymarked trail by head torch under winter skies. Enjoy a branded memento, refreshments at HQ and post race treats from local sponsors.

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.

Take part in the Lakeland Paws Whinlatter Tails Night Run on 28 February for a moonlit run through Whinlatter Forest with 5K and 10K options on runnable trails. Bring a head torch, dogs are welcome and the course is chip timed.

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

Join the final Run Forest Run Winter Series at Castlewellan Forest Park on Saturday 28 February 2026 for scenic off road 5K and 10K races around the lakeside castle. Enjoy chip timing, a finisher medal and stunning Mourne Mountain views.

Explore Culzean Castle and Country Park with 5km, 10km or half marathon trail routes through woods, coast and historic grounds. Canicross friendly with live chip timing, medals and post race snacks for all finishers.

Take on the iconic Black Combe fell race in the Lake District: a tough 13 km course with about 1000 m climb and stunning views. Pre entry only, over 18s welcome, and every entry includes a pie.

Join the Ulster Championship at Slieve Gullion, County Armagh on 7 March 2026 for a testing 6.3 km mountain run with 320 m climb, organised by NIMRA. Expect rugged terrain and mandatory Level B safety kit.

Take on the Carrock Fell Race in the Lake District on 8 March 2026, 9 km with 500 m climb over rugged terrain. Unmarked route demands map and compass skills and entry is on the day for a spur of the moment fell challenge.