Trail Running Calendar Scotland 2026-2027

With 170 trail races in Scotland lined up for the 2026-2027 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.

Three community-run events near Knockando on 30 August 2026: a trail half marathon, a 10K and a 1-mile kids run. The course is exposed, with water and marshals, and refreshments and prize giving at Margach Hall.

September 2026

Hill race at Craibstone Golf Course, Aberdeen on 1 September 2026; 5.72 km with about 150 m climb, entry £2 and a 99-runner limit.

Inflatable 5K in Edinburgh on 5 September 2026 is a non timed inflatable obstacle event with multiple distances, music zones, on course water and a finisher's medal.

A 12 or 24 hour trail event in Glenmore Forest near Loch Morlich, Aviemore, run on a measured 4 mile loop with 400 ft ascent per lap. Support crew limits, mandatory kit and weather guidance are issued before the race.

Timed loop trail event in Borders Forest Park: complete as many 4.366 mile laps as possible in 8 hours with electronic wristband timing.

A mountain race from the foot of Ben Nevis to the summit and back, held in Fort William each first Saturday in September with a 600 runner limit.

A medieval trail running festival at Carron Valley on 5 September, with a half marathon, kids run and a five hour multi-lap siege. The course circles a village hub and finishes under torchlight with live music and costume prizes.

Mud, water and obstacles in Fife/Kinross on 5 September 2026 with 10 km, 5 km and a 3 km kids course plus free parking and photos.

A 35 mile loop around Tiree with checkpoints, marked route and relay teams of two, finishing with prize giving and an island ceilidh.

Experience an off road trail running adventure through the Scottish Highlands from Ben Nevis to Glencoe. Choose between a full or half marathon featuring mountain terrain and the famous Devils Staircase.

MacTuffX Livingston on 6 September 2026 combines 10 Xercises with repeated 400m or 800m runs and offers Solo, Doubles, Relay and a LITE weight division.

An hour-long hill loop on Corstorphine Hill where runners complete as many 1 km laps as possible; Scottish Athletics licensed, open to over 18s with 200 places.

A summer evening 5K series in Edinburgh across Leith Links, Fettes and Inverleith Park with chip timing, finishers' medals and entry options of £12 per race or £30 for all three.

A hill race on 11 September 2026 around Bennachie Visitor Centre, roughly 10km with 377m of ascent and prizes for the top three men and women.

A 40 mile ultra from Glenbuck Loch to Riverside Stadium in Ayr on 12 Sep 2026, featuring water stations, 10 mile checkpoints with food and drop-bag support. Relay teams of 2 or 3 split the route into 17, 14 and 9 mile sections.

A 22.4 mile circular LDWA challenge around Loch Venachar with 1020 m ascent near Callander on 12 September 2026.

A running festival at Crathes Castle on 12 September 2026 featuring a Half Marathon, 5 km and 1.5 km kids race, organised by the National Trust for Scotland.

A 10 km obstacle course near Banchory on 12 September 2026 featuring hill climbs, water obstacles, mud and island crossings; charity entry codes are available.

A 30K run in North Berwick with solo and three-person relay options plus a scenic 10K walk, chip timing and fundraising for Scottish Veterans Residences.

Running festival at Glamis Castle offering 1 mile, 5k and 10k route options for running or walking in support of Maggie's charity; registration costs £30.

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