Trail Running Calendar Scotland 2026-2027

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.

Run along the sand of West Sands beach in this unique 5km beach race inspired by the iconic film scene. All adult finishers receive a medal, a fudge doughnut, and a beer, with proceeds supporting local charities. A children's one-mile fun r..

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 trail race on the Southern Upland Way on 6 June 2026, with 2447 m ascent, 400 places and a 20-hour cut-off. Mandatory kit and a prior marathon are required; GB Race Tracker provides live GPS tracking.

Experience 104 miles of historic trails across the Southern Upland Way from St John's Town of Dalry to Galashiels. This self-sufficient ultramarathon features 4611m of elevation and is a UTMB index race.

Glen Lyon Ultra is a scenic 31 mile off road test in remote Perthshire with about 3500 ft of ascent and wet river crossings around Loch Lyon. Rugged trails and lochside camping make this a memorable challenge for adventurous trail runners.

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.

Killearn 10k on 6 June 2026 is a 10 km trail race around Killearn Public Park and the foothills of Dumgoyne. The course mixes tarmac, forest paths and grassland and entry includes a technical t-shirt or vest.

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.

Enjoy a 34 km or 24 km point to point fun run from Aberdeen to Ellon. This non competitive event features on course refreshments and a special goody bag at the finish.

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.

The Glen Lyon Trail Race on 7 June 2026 is a scenic 15.5 mile off road loop around Loch Lyon with 1,500 ft of climb and several river crossings. Limited to 150 runners, expect a tough but rewarding challenge with camping at Glen Lyon Dam.

Experience the only coastal Spartan race in the UK at the historic Hopetoun Estate. Choose from multiple distances or complete three races in one day against a backdrop of stunning Scottish scenery and flowing terrain.

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..

An approximately 8.4 mile trail race around the West Highland Way and Mugdock Country Park, timed with chip timing and limited to 300 entries. The event supports the local Scout Group and requires runners to carry their own food and water.

A scenic five mile trail race on Arran with over 600 ft of ascent on forestry trails behind Whiting Bay. The event is Scottish Athletics licensed, limited to 100 entrants and requires participants to be 16 or older.

A guided three day running journey along the West Highland Way covering about 154 km with coaching, luggage transfers and shared accommodation. Prior ultra experience and a set fitness pace are required.

Turnhouse Hill Race is a hill running event in the Pentland Hills near Flotterstone. The senior course is about 5.2 km with steep ascent and descent, and the junior course is about 2.2 km and free to enter.