Trail Running Calendar Scotland 2026-2027

MacTuffX Glasgow on 24/05/2026 offers solo, doubles and relay formats over 10x400m or 10x800m segments, with distinct entry fees by category and an age restriction of 18 or older.

A final local trail race in St Boswells covering about 13 km across river trails, open fields and rooty paths with a historical Wobbly Bridge midway. Numbers are issued in the village Hall and entry is £15.

MacTuffX Aberdeen on 25 May 2026 features interval events of ten 400 m or 800 m repeats, offered in solo, doubles and relay formats. Entrants must be 18 or older.

A guided social trail run of approximately 9 km through Mugdock Park and Craigallian Woods, aimed at runners who can run a road 10 km in under 60 minutes. Mud is likely and the group is led by a qualified, first aid trained guide.

Blair Castle Trail Weekender is a three day trail event in Blair Atholl from 29 to 31 May 2026. Official timing is provided and race day results will be published.

Peebles Pootle is an offroad walking event around Peebles offering two route options with significant ascent. Checkpoints follow walking opening times but runners may participate.

Run the iconic West Highland Way, a 96 mile point to point ultra from Fort William to Milngavie across stunning Highland terrain. Choose the Ben Nevis variant to add a summit and extra miles for a tougher challenge.

A 16 km unmarked hill race in the Lowther Hills with 1200 m of climb, limited to 200 runners. Competitors must carry mandatory kit, bring a refillable cup for water stations, and be prepared to navigate open, pathless terrain.

Chariots of Fire Beach Race is a 5 km out and back on West Sands, St Andrews, with a 1 mile children's fun run. The event uses chip timing, offers post race refreshments and raises funds for RNLI and local charities.

Three evening *5 km* races in Edinburgh at Inverleith Park, Leith Links and Fettes. Individual entry is £12 or £30 for all three; chip timing, photos, marked routes and age-category prizes are provided.

A 50 km out and back ultramarathon along the Ayrshire Coast starting and finishing at Irvine Beach, running across beaches, promenades and trails from sunset into sunrise. Aid stations at 12, 25 and 37 km; drop bag option at 25 km.

A 56 mile Southern Upland Way race from St John’s Town of Dalry to Moffat with live GPS tracking, mandatory kit requirements and checkpoint support. The event has 400 places, a 20 hour cut off and official UTMB ITRA points.

A 104-mile ultramarathon on the Southern Upland Way from St John’s Town of Dalry to Galashiels on 6 June 2026, with 4611m ascent, live GPS tracking, mandatory kit requirements and limited entries.

A 31 miles ultra around Loch Lyon and into Glen Lochay with about 3,500 ft of ascent. The mostly off road route includes several river crossings, multiple water checkpoints and mandatory kit requirements.

Test your physical and mental boundaries at the Glentress 8 Hour Challenge. Join a passionate community of runners for a transformative journey to unlock your potential and embrace the extraordinary.

The Killearn 10k Trail Race on 6 June 2026 is a Scottish Athletics affiliated community event in Killearn. The route mixes tarmac, forest paths, farm tracks and grassland with about 310 ft elevation; entries are sold out.

A mountain ridge race on 6 June 2026 from Flodigary to Storr Lochs, roughly 27 km with 2000 m of ascent and descent. The unmarked route requires navigation skills, Category A experience and Scottish Hill Runners kit compliance.

A not-a-race run on 6 June 2026 from Archibald Simpsons to BrewDog DogTap in Ellon, with an alternative Dyce start. Options are about 21 miles (34k) or 15 miles (24k); two drinks stations and a goody bag with medal.

A mountain hill race in the Western Mamores covering about 13 km and 1300 m of ascent over two Munro summits. The unmarked, clockwise route starts and finishes near Lower Falls and requires mandatory mountain safety kit.

A 15.5 mile off road loop around Loch Lyon in the Perthshire hills with about 1,500 ft of ascent, multiple river crossings and a mid race water station. Camping is available at the dam the night before.