Trail Running calendar near Thornhill 2025-2026

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 stunning Grasmere Gallop, a fully way marked 42 km trail loop around Grasmere with dramatic climbs, tarns and lakeside views. Finishers receive a Langdale slate medal and homemade cake at the line.

Take on scenic Ullswater from Glenridding with 33.5, 21.5 or 10 mile trail options that showcase lakeside views and classic Cumbrian fells. Enjoy feed stations, electronic timing and a bespoke finisher medal at Jenkins Field.

Tackle the Stickle Grind 650, a bold vertical mountain race up Harrison Stickle to Stickle Tarn near Ambleside. Enjoy steep trails, a short scramble, live music and a recycled wildflower seed medal for finishers.

Run from sunset into sunrise along the Ayrshire coast in a 50 km night ultramarathon from Irvine Beach. Enjoy beaches, promenades and trails plus on course support and a finisher medal, goody bag and Polaroid photo.

Rab Scafell Sky Race 2026 Run 38 km with 2800 m of ascent on technical Lake District trails, taking you to the summit of England's highest peak. Expect demanding terrain, fully supplied aid stations, electronic timing and a finishers seed b..

Challenge yourself at Ultra Scotland 50, a 56 mile trail ultra along the Southern Upland Way through forests, valleys and mountains of southern Scotland. With a 20 hour cut off, live GPS tracking and just 400 places, this is a scenic endura..

Ultra Scotland 100 is a 104 mile ultra along the Southern Upland Way with about 4611 m of ascent between Dalry and Galashiels. Limited to 250 runners with a 38 hour cut off and finisher buckles.

Tackle 21 km with 850 m ascent on a one day trail race through the fells of Great Langdale, starting and finishing at Stickle Barn. Expect rugged paths, sweeping views and a warm finish with live music and vegan soup.

Take on the Lake District Ultra Challenge on 6 and 7 June 2026 with options from a 100 km loop to two day stages and shorter distances. Run through Garburn Pass, Ambleside and lakeside trails for epic views and rugged climbs.

Take on the classic Ennerdale Horseshoe in the Lake District, a tough 23 mile fell race with big ascent and stunning mountain scenery. Entries are limited and on the day places may be available, creating a competitive scenic challenge.

Classic Lake District fell race from Howtown Bobbin Mill, testing runners over 13.3 miles with about 1400 m of climb across rugged terrain. Entry is on the day for £8 and limited to 100 starters so arrive early.

Enjoy a charity 10 km trail run through scenic Palacerigg Country Park in Cumbernauld. Returning as Palacerigg Trail Run 3 on 7 June 2026, this friendly event raises funds for local causes and welcomes runners of all levels.

Run the West Highland Way over three days with a small guided group, covering about 96 miles of iconic Scottish scenery from Loch Lomond to Ben Nevis. A coached non race ultra with pro guidance, small groups and epic mountain and loch views..

Explore Ullswater from Pooley Bridge on Saturday 13 June 2026 with a half marathon or 10km trail, live chip timing and bespoke finisher medals. Well behaved dogs welcome with harness and lead.

Tackle a short fell race on Flan Fell in Ulverston, with a sharp climb, great views and a punchy out and back finish. Family friendly with junior categories, a new 2025 course and easy on the day entry make this a perfect local challenge.

Preview the Montane Lakeland 50 and 100 route on this 26 mile recce from Pooley Bridge to Ambleside. Based at Dalemain Mansion, the day includes coach transfer, checkpoints and medical support to help you prepare.

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.

Test your limits at the SCOTT Sports Summer Cheviot Goat, a single day ultra across the wild Cheviot hills. With GPS tracking and a 24 hour cutoff, expect remote terrain, prizes for top finishers and a finisher shirt and medal.