Trail Running calendar near Strachan 2026-2027

The Forfar Multi-Terrain will take place in Forfar on Sunday 1 February 2026. You can run 21 kilometers.

Two trail races take place in Devilla Forest with revised 15k and scenic 5k routes starting and finishing at the Scottish Police College. Both events are fully waymarked and chip timed with on-site facilities and pre-entry only.

Take on a full marathon entirely on forest tracks through Fetteresso Forest near Stonehaven. Expect remote terrain, mandatory mountain kit and strict cut offs in this challenging winter trail marathon.

A winter trail race on 15 February 2026 at Balbirnie Park, Markinch, Fife featuring a 4 to 5 miles woodland route with mud and water crossings. All finishers receive a bespoke memento and prizes cover overall and age categories.

Night hill running around Glenshee ski station on compact piste snow, with 6.5 km and 11.5 km circuit options. Participants must carry winter mountain kit and meet fitness and experience requirements.

A 50 km ultra marathon on 7 March 2026 along the John Muir Way in East Lothian with a 2x25 km team relay option. The route starts at Port Seton Promenade, finishes at Foxlake Adventures in Dunbar and passes coastal and rural trails.

Take on the scenic 33 miles along the old Deeside Railway from Duthie Park to Banchory and back in the Deeside Way Ultra on 14 March 2026. Limited to 200 runners, this Scottish trail challenge offers river views, support stations, and a fri..

A multi-terrain 10 km run on 21 March 2026 organised by Newburgh Dunes Running Club. The route visits pavement, trail, sand dunes and beach and the event had online entries with a 320 place capacity.

Gartmorn Trail and Junior Race on 19 April 2026 at Carsebridge Road, Sauchie, Alloa. The senior course is about 6 miles / 10 km around woodland and Gartmorn Dam, and the junior race is about 2 miles / 3 km; entry limits and fees apply.

Scenic trail runs at Scone Palace with 5 km and 10 km options, chip timing, on-course route maps, and provisions for one controlled dog per runner. Finishers receive a medal, merchandise, and a drink and snack.

Dalgety Bay 10K on 26 April 2026 is a community race organised by Forth Bridges to support the Fife Coastal Path. The multi terrain 10K starts and finishes at Dalgety Bay Sailing Club and is chip timed with limited entries.

Race The Tram Edinburgh has you board a tram to your start then run back to Edinburgh Park Central trying to beat the tram. Limited to 500 entrants, enjoy prizes, a goodie bag and a race memento while supporting meningitis research.

Multi-day trail ultramarathon in the Scottish Highlands on 2 and 3 May 2026, offering six distances from 12 km to 110 km. Aid stations are placed about every 10 km and under 23s may enter free.

Experience the Fife Pilgrim Way Ultra Marathon, a scenic 90K from North Queensferry to St Andrews Cathedral along the historic pilgrim route. Limited to 150 runners, the May event includes T shirts, finisher medals, hot aid station food and..

Two ultramarathon options along the Moray coast on 9 May 2026: 50 miles from Findhorn to Cullen Viaduct and 50 km from Lossiemouth to Cullen Viaduct. Fully stocked aid stations, drop bags, GPX files and a race handbook are provided.

A rugged 55 mile circular trail across Perthshire with 2,250 metres of ascent and UTMB qualifying points. Self sufficient race starts and finishes at Gulabin Lodge, ending with a dramatic climb to An Lairig Pass and stunning views.

Join the Saltire Trail Races in Athelstaneford on Saturday 9 May 2026 for scenic 2 km, 5 km and 10 km farm trails at Kilduff Farm. Family friendly fun and village fair treats raise funds for Athelstaneford Primary School.

A four‑evening series of 5k trail races on forest tracks at the base of Bennachie from May to August 2026, scored on the best three of four results with prizes for the top three finishers.

Join Kirkhill 8 on 23 May 2026 for a scenic 4.3 mile trail loop in Kirkhill Forest that you can repeat over an eight hour window to chase distances from marathon to 50 miles. Limited to 100 places, this friendly, inclusive event fills fast.

A community 5k and 10k in Tomatin on rural, undulating roads supporting MND Scotland, with water stations, medals for finishers and trophies for fastest adult and child categories.