Trail Running calendar near Stranraer 2026-2027

Join a social 6 km headtorch trail run from Milngavie on 8 January 2026, exploring local paths including the Clyde Coastal Path and West Highland Way. Led by a qualified guide, manageable group sizes keep the run friendly and safe.

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

Run the ACTI SNACK Run Forest Run at Loughgall Country Park with scenic 5K and 10K routes across tarmac and gravel forest paths. Chip timing, a bespoke medal and post race refreshments await in race four of the Run Forest Run series.

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.

Join EpicTrails for an 8 km guided headtorch trail run from Milngavie on local paths including parts of the Clyde Coastal Path and West Highland Way. This friendly social run is safety focused and requires a headtorch and trail shoes.

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.

Join EpicTrails 10km on 22 January 2026 from Milngavie for a friendly social trail run exploring the Clyde Coastal Path and sections of the West Highland Way. Guided, non competitive and welcoming, the small group pace varies and proceeds s..

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.

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.