Trail Running calendar near Thornhill 2026-2027

Trail races in Pooley Bridge on 13 June 2026 offering half marathon and 10km courses with live chip timing, on-site parking and cani cross friendly rules. Finishers receive a medal, merchandise and a snack.

A short fell race at Beckside Farm near Ulverston featuring junior and senior categories, an ascent of Flan Fell, on-the-day entry and a listed distance of about 1.85 miles with roughly 160 m of climb.

A six-leg endurance event from Kielder Castle with the North leg first and last. Solo, pair or quad teams cover 200 miles of trail with tracking, turnaround teams and ranking by furthest distance.

A Category AL Scottish hill race on the Isle of Arran covering 20 km with 1670 m of ascent. Mostly unmarked on heather and granite with checkpoints and navigation requirements; entry requires prior similar races and age 18 or over.

A two day trail running weekend in Grizedale Forest with an eight hour relay on a 7 km loop and a 22 km race over two 11 km laps, plus camping, food vendors, talks and on site facilities.

A supervised recce covering part of the Montane Lakeland 50 and 100 route from Pooley Bridge to Ambleside, about 26 miles via Mardale Head and Kentmere. Entry is restricted to confirmed Lakeland 50 or 100 competitors and includes coach and..

Out of Eden 5k is the short route on the Yomp Mountain Challenge weekend in Kirkby Stephen, held on the event Sunday. It is a volunteer run event with a Basecamp at Pennine View Park and fundraising for local charities.

A classic Borrowdale fell race starting outside Langstrath Country Inn, this 7.5 km route climbs 430 m over rough, partly navigational terrain with stunning tarn and valley views. Entries are on the day only and places are limited.

Tebay Fell Race in the Lake District is a thrilling 13 km course with 914 m of climb across classic fell country, perfect for strong, adventurous runners. Entry on the day with showers and food at the Tebay Sports Social and Railway Club.

A 96 mile ultramarathon along the West Highland Way from Milngavie to Fort William with a 35 hour time limit, significant ascent, mandatory motorised support and a required minimum of a 65K trail race for entry.

Take on the iconic Eildon Three Hill Race on 20 June in Gibson Park, Melrose, a 7.2 km challenge with 510 m ascent across the three Eildons. The 65th edition offers cash prizes and a fully marked route with mountain rescue support.

Take on the Baystones & Wansfell fell race in the Lake District on 21 June 2026, a scenic but testing 10.8 km course with 504 m of climb around Troutbeck. Pre entry and day registration available with modest fees and limited parking.

The Fellrunner at Windy Gyle is a rugged 13.7 km test with 549 m of climb across scenic Northumberland hills on Sun 21 Jun 2026. Entry on the day is welcome with modest fees for members and non members.

Take on the Reston Scar Scamper at Staveley Mill Yard on Wed 24 Jun 2026, a lively 6 km fell race with 301 m of climb across fully marked Lake District trails. On the day entry is £5 and all proceeds support Staveley community projects.

Head to Drumlanrig Castle for the South Scotland Outdoor Festival, a weekend of gravel and trail rides, road sportives and runs set in rolling hills and ancient woods. Enjoy wellness sessions, live music, adventure films, local food and on..

A fell race at the Kirkby-in-Furness gala field featuring a new route through fields and an ascent to the windmills. The course is about 3.45 miles with 750 feet of climb and counts as a BOFRA Championship counter.

A 50th anniversary fell race in Alston on 27 June 2026, running from Alston Playing Field to Park Fell and back. The course is 6.2 km with 211 m of climb and entry fees support the local mountain rescue team.

A 13K FRA Category AM fell race in the Lake District with 825 m ascent, using the enforced classic route and three checkpoints. Navigation skills, an OS map and the FRA mandatory kit are required; GPS is not permitted.

Gategill Fell Race on Wed 1 Jul 2026 in the Lake District is a short steep 3.6 km climb that tests hill running and grit. On the day entries only, wear grippy shoes and enjoy refreshments as proceeds support the local community.

Chase summer evenings in Edinburgh with the Sundowner 5K Series, a relaxed yet competitive run across three scenic city parks. Enjoy chip timed racing, lively warm ups and post race photos as you test your speed over 5K or the full series.