Trail Running Calendar Scotland 2025-2026

The Highland Fling Race is a 53-mile (85 km) ultra trail marathon set to take place through the stunning landscapes of Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park in Scotland. This point-to-point race runs along the southern section of the iconic West Highland Way, starting from Milngavie and finish..

The Two Breweries Hill Race is an annual running event held in the scenic Scottish Borders, covering a challenging 30 km (18 miles) route with an ascent of 1500m (4900ft). Starting at Traquair House and finishing at Broughton Ales, the race celebrates local breweries and the spirit of hill running...

The Wild Deer Scottish Trail Runs will return to Dalkeith Country Park in 2025, offering a scenic venue for trail running just outside Edinburgh. Participants can choose from various distances, including 5km, 10km, half marathon, marathon, and an ultra distance of 32.5 miles. The event is designed f..

The Aviemore Half Marathon and 10K will take place in Aviemore from Saturday 4 October 2025 to Sunday 5 October 2025. You can run between 10 and 13 miles.

The William Wallace Running Festival invites participants to experience Scotland's historic battlefields through a variety of running challenges. This event features a 70km Ultra Marathon, a 50km Ultra Marathon, a Braveheart 10km, and a fun 1-mile run for families called Wallace Warriors. Participan..

The Manor Water Hill Race is a challenging 9.3-mile race with an elevation gain of 2,130 feet, held in conjunction with the Manor Sheepdog Trials. Organized by the Carnethy Hill Running Club, the event features a scenic route that includes checkpoints and requires participants to carry essential saf..

The Bennachie Ultra Marathon is an exciting running event set in the stunning Aberdeenshire countryside of North East Scotland. Scheduled for October 11, 2025, this inaugural race features a challenging 50k route that includes six peaks of the Bennachie Hills, such as Mither Tap and Oxen Craig, with..

The Glasgow to Edinburgh Ultra is a challenging 57-mile race organized by GB Ultras, taking place between the two iconic Scottish cities. The event features a well-marked route with live GPS tracking, ensuring participants are supported throughout their journey. Runners will experience scenic views,..

The Skedaddle Speyside 10k is a scenic running event scheduled for October 12, 2025, as part of the Speyside Series 2025. The race starts at Archiestown Village Square and features a picturesque route through Elchies woods, offering stunning views of the surrounding hills and the Cairngorms. Partici..

The Carnethy Skyloop Hill Race, organized by the Carnethy Hill Running Club, is a challenging event featuring a distance of 16 miles with a total climb of 6200 feet. This race is categorized as AL, indicating its demanding nature. Participants can expect a scenic yet strenuous course set in the beau..

The Dramathon is a unique running event set in the picturesque Speyside region of Scotland, featuring a marathon, half-marathon, 10K, and a relay race. Participants can enjoy stunning landscapes while running along the Speyside Way, with the route passing several renowned distilleries. Each race cul..

The Jedburgh Three Peaks Races feature a 38-mile trail ultramarathon and a relay race, both set in the scenic surroundings of Jedburgh. The ultramarathon is designed for individual runners, while the relay race allows teams of four to tackle different segments of the course. The event promotes inclu..

The ACORN Duncan Macfarlane Race, affectionately known as "The Dunky," is a popular annual running event held in Mugdock Country Park, celebrating the legacy of accomplished runner Duncan Macfarlane. This year marks its fifth edition, featuring a scenic two-lap trail route totaling 7.5 km, which sho..

The Tinto Hill Race, organized by the Carnethy Hill Running Club, is a challenging hill race that covers a distance of 4.4 miles with a significant elevation gain of 1500 feet. The event is set against the scenic backdrop of Tinto Hill and requires participants to carry essential safety gear due to..

The Knockfarrel Hill Race is an annual running event organized by the Highland Hill Runners club, featuring a challenging 8km course with a climb of 280 meters. The race takes place in Strathpeffer, with registration available on the day of the event. This race is part of a series of four races orga..

The Auchterarder 10K Chilli Trail Race is an exciting running event scheduled for November 1, 2025, organized by Five Star Events. This unique race features a scenic route shaped like a chili pepper, taking participants through the picturesque foothills of the Ochil Hills, with diverse terrains incl..

The Scurry Around Tentsmuir Forest Trail Running Festival, scheduled for November 2, 2025, offers a variety of trail running options including a half marathon, 10km, 5km, and a 1.2km family fun run. Hosted by Scurry Events, the festival aims to support the Tayport Community Trust and Larick Centre...

The Dava Way 50K is an ideal ultra marathon for both novice and experienced runners, featuring a predominantly flat and lowland route. This scenic trail connects the historic towns of Grantown-on-Spey and Forres, primarily following the old Highland Railway line. Participants will enjoy diverse land..

The John Muir Way Nocturnal Ultra Marathon is an exciting running event scheduled for November 8, 2025. Participants have six hours to complete as many loops as possible on a 5km off-road trail, all while navigating in the dark. The event offers both solo and relay options for teams of up to three,..

The Tweed Valley Ultra is a multi-terrain running event set in the picturesque Tweed Valley, featuring two distance options: 50km and 65km. Scheduled for November 16, 2025, the race starts and finishes at the Glentress Peel Visitor Centre, offering stunning views and a variety of terrains, including..