Trail Running Calendar Scotland 2023-2024

Embark on a trail running adventure in Scotland and experience the unmatched beauty of landscapes that await your footsteps. With 62 events lined up for the 2023-2024 season, there's a race for every level of runner. In Glasgow, take on the challenge of the city's lush parks, where the trails are as welcoming as the locals. Transition to the cobbled streets and ancient edifices of Edinburgh, where running is not just exercise but a communion with history, as you breeze past the iconic silhouette of Edinburgh Castle and Arthur's Seat, the city's very own mountain.

Heading northeast, Aberdeen's coastal trails offer a refreshing run with the North Sea as your companion, or venture into Dundee, where the revitalized waterfront serves as a picturesque starting line for a running experience filled with scenic views and a fresh, maritime air.

Just outside the hustle and bustle, Paisley presents a runner’s paradise with its undulating hills, a test of endurance. Lastly, East Kilbride calls to nature lovers with its tranquil woodland trails, where the peace and quiet of the forest canopy creates an idyllic backdrop for both the casual jogger and the competitive sprinter.

The GB Ultras - Ultra Scotland 100 Mile will take place in Dalry on Saturday 8 June 2024. This trail is organized by GB Ultras. You can run 106 miles.

The Ultra Scotland 50 is a 56-mile trail run taking place on June 8th, 2024, along the Southern Upland Way in Scotland. The race starts at St John's Town of Dalry and finishes at Moffat Rugby Club, with a maximum of 200 places available. The course has 2447m of elevation and a cut-off time of 18 hou..

The Ultra Scotland 50 is a 56-mile trail run taking place on June 8th, 2024, along the Southern Upland Way in Scotland. The race starts at St John's Town of Dalry and finishes at Moffat Rugby Club, with a maximum of 200 places available. The course has 2447m of elevation and a cut-off time of 18 hou..

The West Highland Way Race is a challenging 95-mile trail run that starts at Milngavie Railway Station and finishes at the Nevis Centre in Fort William, within a time limit of 35 hours. The race includes 14,760ft of ascent and participants must pass through checkpoints within specified time limits. ..

The Moray Way 100 is a trail run that takes place on June 22nd, 2024. The race starts in Forres and follows the Moray Coastal Trail to Spey Bay, then joins the Speyside Way to Grantown-on-Spey before returning to Forres via the Dava Way. The route offers stunning views of the coast, forests, and dis..

July 2024

The By Way of The Glen (Glasgow to Inverness) 2024 is a 170-mile foot race between Glasgow and Inverness, encompassing the West Highland Way and the Great Glen Way. The race starts at Milngavie Train Station and runners have 55 hours to complete the route, with checkpoints along the way for support ..

The Great Glen Ultra Marathon 2024 is a 73-mile foot race between Fort William and Inverness, following the Great Glen Way. It is designed for solo runners and is unsupported, with drop bags/checkpoints located at 6 points along the route. The route is fully marked with waymark and arrow signs, and ..

The Guided Lairig Ghru Crossing will take place in Aviemore on Saturday 6 July 2024. You can run 32 kilometers.

The Great Glen Ultra (Short Course) 2024 is a 42-mile foot race between Fort Augustas and Inverness following the Great Glen Way. The event is for solo runners and is designed to be unsupported with drop bags/checkpoints located at 3 points along the route. The route is fully marked with waymark and..

Run the Blades is a popular trail running event held at the UK's largest onshore wind farm, ScottishPower Renewables' Whitelee Wind Farm, just a 20-minute drive from Glasgow. The event offers three distances - 10K, half marathon, and 50K ultramarathon - making it accessible to runners of all fitness..

The Saint Cuthbert's Way Ultra will take place in Melrose on Saturday 20 July 2024. You can run between 46 and 66 miles.

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The Scurry to the Sea 2024 is a unique 12-mile running event in Edinburgh, offering participants the chance to enjoy scenic views. The race starts with a hill run to the top of Allermuir in the Pentlands and then continues downhill, incorporating cross-country, urban orienteering, and road-running. ..

August 2024

The Guided Lairig Ghru Crossing will take place in Aviemore on Saturday 3 August 2024. You can run 32 kilometers.

The Scurry Around Devilla Forest Trail Running Festival 2024 offers a variety of trail run options, including a half marathon, 10km, 5km, and a 1.5km family fun run. The event takes place within the grounds of the Tulliallan Police college and Tulliallan castle, offering a stunning route with well-m..

The Race Across Scotland will take place in Portpatrick on Saturday 10 August 2024. You can run 215 miles.

The Devil o' the Highlands will take place in Crianlarich on Saturday 10 August 2024. You can run 43 miles.

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The Speyside Way Ultras is a historic trail run event with a 50km route that offers a transition from road running to trail running, featuring a net downhill course with a challenging climb at Ben Aigen. The 100km option includes an epic mountainous section and both routes finish at the coast in Buc..

The Guided Lairig Ghru Crossing is a guided trail run through the iconic Lairig Ghru, taking place on Saturday 24th August 2024. The route is 32km long with around 600 meters of ascent, including some rough rocky trails and boulder fields. Participants will run with a small team and an experienced g..

September 2024

The Tiree Ultramarathon will take place in Crossapol on Sunday 8 September 2024. You can run between 35 and 35 miles.

The trail run will take place at Dalkeith Country Park, just a few miles from Edinburgh, on September 22, 2024. The event offers a 5k, 10k, and half marathon trail run, catering to all levels of runners. Participants will receive event merchandise, a medal, snack, and a drink, with the option to pur..