Trail Running Calendar Scotland 2026-2027

Trail running weekend on the Glen Tanar Estate in Aboyne on 25 and 26 July 2026, with races through moorland, pine forest and beside the River Tanar. Distances range from 10 km to 55 km, plus family runs and a toddler dash.

A hill race on 25 July 2026 as part of the Falkland Gala. The course covers just under 6 miles with over 400 m of ascent across paths, fields and hillside, is well marshalled, and requires mandatory kit and personal hydration.

The Berneray 10K Run/Walk will take place in Berneray on Saturday 25 July 2026. You can run 10 kilometers.

A fully supported 100 miles (160 km) ultramarathon from Edinburgh to Glamis Castle with a 48 hour finish window. The route is waymarked with staffed pit stops, professional medical cover, bag transport and sleep station options.

A just under 12 mile point to point run from Hillend ski centre car park to Musselburgh harbour beach that combines a climb to Allermuir with mixed terrain and mandatory checkpoints. Pre entry only and open to over 16s.

A mountain hill race rescheduled to 26 July 2026, covering 6 km with 730 m ascent along an old path up to An t-Sron and a return by the same route. The route is marked, checkpoints are mandatory and full waterproof body cover must be carrie..

A coastal running event at Carradale Harbour on 26 July 2026 offering 10K, 5K and an under‑16 5K across roads, beach and forest paths. Electronic timing, water stations and traybakes are provided.

A two-lap beach race at West Sands, St Andrews on 26 July 2026 covering about 4 miles on firm sand with a water dip at the end of each lap. All finishers receive a medal; the event has category prizes, no on-course water and an £11 entry fe..

A 5.3 km hill race on 29 July 2026 that starts and finishes at North Berwick Harbour and climbs 187 m to the summit of the volcanic Law. Entries include adult and under 18 categories and proceeds support the local voluntary surf life saving..

A 5.6 km hill race at The Eilan, Newtonmore with 370 m of climb, varied terrain and an initial obstacle scramble before a climb to the summit of An Torr and a technical descent back to the games field finish.

A women only ultramarathon along the River Tay Way in Perthshire, covering roughly 70 to 75 km from Loch Tay to Perth. The event welcomes trans men and non binary runners and offers team entries, full waymarking and generous cut offs.

A one-lap *5.5 mile* trail run around Templeton Woods on 2 August 2026, open to runners aged 18 and over. Numbers collected on the day, basic changing facilities, first aid cover, refreshments and prize categories including team awards.

Form a team and run a 27 mile relay along the traffic free Formartine and Buchan Way. Shared across 9 legs from Peterhead to Ellon, this event includes finishers medals and post race refreshments for all participants.

K12 Ultra Marathon at Dean Castle Country Park uses an approximate 4 km loop where runners complete as many laps as possible in a 12 hour period. Individual and relay options are available, with relay teams of up to four members.

Community races at Silver Sands Park in Aberdour include a 7 mile and a 2 mile race plus a short fun run for families. Chip timing, medals and a village market with food and stalls accompany the event.

The GBultras | Ultra Great Britain will take place in Stranraer on Saturday 8 August 2026.

A 215 mile ultramarathon along the Southern Upland Way from Portpatrick to Cockburnspath with 12 checkpoints, mandatory navigation skills and a 100 hour cut-off. Entry is by application and runners must carry required safety kit.

The The Maverick Ochil Hills Trail will take place in Stirling on Saturday 8 August 2026. You can run between 5 and 50 kilometers.

A multi-terrain running festival on 09 August 2026 with a half marathon, 10k, 5k and junior 1k following the River Deveron and finishing at Duff House Rugby Club. Medals for all finishers and prize categories by age.

A two-lap hill race from Monaltrie Park through Ballater village to a hill summit and back; entries are accepted on the day or online and bonuses are offered for new course records.