Trail Running calendar near Sandhead 2026-2027

A canicross trail run in Dodd Wood, part of the Lakeland Paws series finale. Choose from an 8km or 5km forest course. Runners with or without dogs are welcome.

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 3 miles.

This is the season finale for Lakeland Paws, featuring two marked trail routes at Whinlatter. Choose between a summit-reaching 8km or a shorter 5km loop, both starting individually at 9am. The event includes chip timing and a season prize c..

Take on the classic Latrigg fell race in Keswick, Lake District on 13 May 2026, a short but steep 3 mile climb with great views. Entry is available on the day for a small fee on a fully flagged route for runners aged 13 and up.

Tackle the Caw fell race in the Lake District on Wednesday 13 May 2026, 9.3 km with 550 m climb from Broughton Mills. Day of race entry, great views and a classic fell running challenge for all abilities.

Community running event in Houston, Renfrewshire featuring 10K, 5K and kids runs on quiet lanes and footpaths. Chip on bib timing, medals for finishers, on day registration and post race refreshments.

A 6 km multi terrain hill race in Cockermouth on 19 May 2026 with a junior programme, chip timing, summit prizes and medals for junior finishers.

A short Lake District fell race on 20 May 2026, the Latterbarrow Loop covers 4.8 km with about 250 m of ascent and passes Latter Barrow and Swarth Fell checkpoints. Entry on the day is available, entries are limited to 100.

Luke's Mountain is a 7.3 km hill race with 450 m of climb in County Down. It is part of the Hill and Dales League and requires runners to carry specific mandatory safety equipment. The event is organized by Newcastle AC.

A marked mountain half marathon in County Louth on 23 May 2026, covering 21.5 km with 790 m ascent. The route follows forest tracks, the Poc Fada stones and open mountain terrain; Level B mandatory kit is required and GPS is not permitted.

A chip-timed fell running event at Sale Fell on 23 May 2026 offering a senior 6 mile race and a range of junior distances from 1 km to 6 km, with age grading per FRA rules and prizes for individual and team categories.

Trail half marathon and 10K in Whinlatter Forest on 24 May 2026. Firm, technical forest terrain with steep climbs, live chip timing, canicross friendly and finishers receive a medal, drink and snack.

Take on the Glaramara Fell Race on Sun 24 May 2026 in the Lake District, starting from Glaramara Outdoor Centre at Seatoller. The 8 km course packs 700 m of climb and entry on the day is free with donations to charity.

The Norn Iron Ultra will take place in Ballintoy on Saturday 30 May 2026.

Take on the Fellrunner in the Duddon Valley on Sat 30 May 2026, an 18 mile Lake District route from Newfield Inn, Seathwaite, with big climbs and sweeping views. Pre entry only for adult runners.

Join a classic Lake District fell race on 30 May 2026 in the wild Duddon Valley, starting at the Newfield Inn in Seathwaite. The 15.3 km course climbs 915 m, offering tough terrain and stunning views for experienced runners; pre entry only.

Tackle the 10 km Slieve Donard mountain race with 850m of ascent in County Down. Navigation skills are essential on the unmarked forest sections. Strict mandatory kit checks and a mid-race cut-off time apply.

A 50 km out and back ultramarathon along the Ayrshire Coast starting and finishing at Irvine Beach, running across beaches, promenades and trails from sunset into sunrise. Aid stations at 12, 25 and 37 km; drop bag option at 25 km.

A 60 km mountain ultra in England's Lake District, featuring 4400 m of ascent over technical trails and iconic ridges like the Prison Band. Runners have 15 hours to complete the course, which starts and finishes at the Lanty Slees Stickle B..