Trail Running calendar near Tarbert 2026-2027

A traditional Scottish hill race on Ben Lomond, limited to 100 experienced runners. The 12.6 km route features significant ascent and a strict 45-minute halfway cut-off for safety. Mandatory kit is required for this self-sufficient mountain..

Experience an endurance challenge at the historic Inverkip trails where you can run as many laps as you choose in 24 hours. Enjoy a festival atmosphere with on site camping and full facilities in the Scottish forest.

Experience an 8-day 400 km multi-stage ultra-marathon from Fort William to the Cape Wrath Lighthouse. This remote journey through the Scottish Highlands offers full-course, 100-mile, and flexible explorer options.

Experience scenic running through the Gryffe Valley with 10k and 5k races on quiet country lanes plus dedicated kids runs. Enjoy a community atmosphere with timing services and home baking at the finish.

Test your endurance and hillcraft in this classic Scottish island race featuring seven mountain summits and 2370 meters of climbing over technical terrain.

MacTuffX Glasgow offers an interval based racing experience featuring 400m and 800m repetitions. Participants can compete as individuals or in teams across multiple distance formats in this fitness event.

The Norn Iron Ultra will take place in Ballintoy from Saturday 30 May 2026 to Sunday 31 May 2026. You can run 100 miles.

Run the iconic West Highland Way, a 96 mile point to point ultra from Fort William to Milngavie across stunning Highland terrain. Choose the Ben Nevis variant to add a summit and extra miles for a tougher challenge.

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.

This 56-mile ultramarathon traverses Scotland's scenic Southern Upland Way. With significant elevation and a strict 20-hour cutoff, it offers a supported trail challenge for experienced runners.

Experience 104 miles of historic trails across the Southern Upland Way from St John's Town of Dalry to Galashiels. This self-sufficient ultramarathon features 4611m of elevation and is a UTMB index race.

Glen Lyon Ultra is a scenic 31 mile off road test in remote Perthshire with about 3500 ft of ascent and wet river crossings around Loch Lyon. Rugged trails and lochside camping make this a memorable challenge for adventurous trail runners.

Killearn 10k on 6 June 2026 is a 10 km trail race around Killearn Public Park and the foothills of Dumgoyne. The course mixes tarmac, forest paths and grassland and entry includes a technical t-shirt or vest.

Participate in a 16.20 km mountain race through County Antrim as part of the NIMRA Championships. This event features a 620 meter climb over moderate terrain with prize giving in Ballygalley.

The Glen Lyon Trail Race on 7 June 2026 is a scenic 15.5 mile off road loop around Loch Lyon with 1,500 ft of climb and several river crossings. Limited to 150 runners, expect a tough but rewarding challenge with camping at Glen Lyon Dam.

Experience the only coastal Spartan race in the UK at the historic Hopetoun Estate. Choose from multiple distances or complete three races in one day against a backdrop of stunning Scottish scenery and flowing terrain.

Take on the Palacerigg Trail 10k at Palacerigg Country Park in Cumbernauld, an undulating woodland route on single track and forest paths with trail shoes advised. Proceeds support Freedom City Foundation and its local foodbank and communit..

A trail race through sections of the West Highland Way and Mugdock Country Park covering approximately 8.4 miles. The event is limited to 300 runners, uses electronic chip timing, and awards medals plus refreshments to all finishers.

Experience a scenic five mile trail race on the Island of Arran featuring 600 feet of ascent through forestry trails and the iconic Glen Ashdale Falls. Perfect for daytrippers with transit links from the mainland.

This is a three-day, small-group ultra-running journey along Scotland's famous West Highland Way. Participants run approximately 54 km, 42 km, and 58 km on consecutive days, staying in different locations each night with bag transport provi..