Trail Running Calendar Scotland 2026-2027

With 149 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.

Take on the Palacerigg Trail 10k at Palacerigg Country Park in Cumbernauld, an undulating woodland route on single track and forest paths with trail shoes advised. Proceeds support Freedom City Foundation and its local foodbank and communit..

A trail race through sections of the West Highland Way and Mugdock Country Park covering approximately 8.4 miles. The event is limited to 300 runners, uses electronic chip timing, and awards medals plus refreshments to all finishers.

Experience a scenic five mile trail race on the Island of Arran featuring 600 feet of ascent through forestry tracks and past the Glen Ashdale Falls with spectacular views of the Holy Isle and Ayrshire coast.

This is a three-day, small-group ultra-running journey along Scotland's famous West Highland Way. Participants run approximately 54 km, 42 km, and 58 km on consecutive days, staying in different locations each night with bag transport provi..

The Cairngorms Ultra Trail is a 60 km run through the heart of Scotland's largest national park. The route showcases remote glens, ancient pine forests, and dramatic mountain passes. The event is based from Mar Lodge near Braemar and featur..

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The Glen Rosa Horseshoe is a classic Scottish hill race on the Isle of Arran. This challenging 20km loop with 1,670m of climb navigates four summits on mostly unmarked terrain. Runners must be experienced in navigation and carry full kit.

Experience a classic hill race across the rugged and pathless terrain of the Slioch Horseshoe. This 20 km event requires mountain navigation skills and previous category AM racing experience.

Test your endurance on a 96 mile ultra marathon from Milngavie to Fort William along the West Highland Way. This 35 hour adventure features significant climbing and requires a personal motorized support team.

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Take on the iconic Eildon Three Hill Race on 20 June in Gibson Park, Melrose, a 7.2 km challenge with 510 m ascent across the three Eildons. The 65th edition offers cash prizes and a fully marked route with mountain rescue support.

Event Overview The South Scotland Outdoor Festival is a multi-day event scheduled for 26–28 June 2026. It takes place on the grounds of Drumlanrig Castle in Dumfries and Galloway. Program and Activities The event features a variety of outdo..

Experience an evening of trail running at Calderglen Country Park with distances ranging from a toddler dash to a 10k race. Enjoy a marshalled course, chip timing, and a post race buffet at this inclusive community festival.

Tackle 100 scenic miles as a team in this unique relay adventure on the Moray Way. With 12 legs to split between up to four runners, it's a shared challenge through coastal trails, forests, and hills. Teams plan their own strategy and enjoy..

Traverse Scotland's dramatic Moray coast, Speyside whisky country, and the Dava Way highlands in this 100-mile ultra. Starting and finishing in Forres, the point-to-point route connects three iconic trails. The event has a 30-hour cutoff an..

July 2026

Run a relaxed 5K series across Edinburgh's green spaces this summer. Choose one race or all three, with chip timing and a finisher's medal. Prizes are awarded for fastest runners and most improved across the series.

A 170 mile point to point foot race from Milngavie to Inverness following the West Highland Way and Great Glen Way, with checkpoints, tracking, and vetting of entrants.

Take on the Great Glen Ultra from Corpach to Inverness, a scenic but tough 72 mile solo race with roughly 8,500 ft of climbing and a limited field of 150. UTMB points available for experienced endurance runners.

Tackle a rugged 42 mile Great Glen Ultra short course from Fort Augustus to Inverness with about 6,000 ft of climbing. Cross the line with a lap of the Inverness Sports Centre track for a memorable finish.

A 15 km mountain race near Dollar Academy with about 960 m of ascent, multiple upland checkpoints and varied terrain. Entry is available in advance or on the day for a £6 fee and basic mountain kit is required.

Run Edinburgh's seven hilltops in a mixed road, trail and hill event that blends urban navigation with racing. Choose your own route between hilltop checkpoints and opt for the competitive Race or the more relaxed Challenge.

A 10 km race through the historic grounds of Floors Castle in Kelso on 12 July 2026. Mixed road and trail surfaces, a water station near 5 km, finishing refreshments, and medals and goodie bags for all finishers.