Trail Running Calendar Scotland 2026-2027

With 141 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.

A point-to-point 53 mile (85 km) waymarked trail ultramarathon along the southern West Highland Way through Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park from Milngavie to Tyndrum on 29 August 2026. Mandatory kit and qualifying entry criteria a..

A 43 km, four-stage relay around the hills beside Glen Lednock, starting and finishing in Comrie village. Total ascent 1,733 m, with two rough mountain legs and two trail-style legs and varied course marking.

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A 35 miles island circuit around Tiree that runs along beaches, tracks and dunes. Individual runners and two person relay teams follow checkpoints with on-course support and a 10 hour cut off.

A 40 mile annual ultra-marathon along the River Ayr Way, held in September as part of the Scottish Ultra Marathon series. The route follows a 44 mile source to sea path with waymarking, route maps, and a temporary diversion at Wellflat Bank..

A 30K run in North Berwick with solo and three person relay options, 640 m ascent, chip timing and marshals. A separate 10K circular walk supports Scottish Veterans Residences.

Event Overview The Ben Nevis Skyline is a 30 km mountain running race. It takes place as part of the Salomon Skyline Scotland event weekend at Nevis Range, near Fort William in the Scottish Highlands. The event dates for this edition are 18..

A three day mountain and trail running event near Fort William on 18 to 20 September 2026 with races from 4 km to 100 miles, an event village, and international participation.

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A mountain trail race across the full Mamores ridge, the Steall Ultra covers about 47 km with 3,100 m ascent, linking five Munros from Kinlochleven to the Nevis Range. The route is waymarked, includes a Glen Nevis aid station and live GPS t..

Trail races at Dalkeith Country Park in September 2026 cover distances from a family 1 mile to a 32.5 mile ultra. Courses use woodland and estate paths, live chip timing is provided, canicross is allowed and on site parking is available.

October 2026

A 57 mile ultra on 10 October 2026 between Glasgow and Edinburgh following canals and towpaths and passing the Falkirk Wheel and the Antonine Wall. The event has marked route, live GPS tracking, checkpoints and mandatory kit requirements.

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Run a 50km ultra through Scottish history around Stirling. Choose to tackle the mixed-terrain loop solo or in a team relay. The event includes live tracking, aid stations, and a 14-hour cutoff.

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Take on the Bennachie Ultra Marathon, a scenic yet demanding 50k across Bennachie peaks with over 5000 ft of climb on trails and moorland. Limited pre entry places make this October classic a must for experienced trail runners.

Trail races on the Speyside Way offering marathon, half marathon, 10K and four person relay options. Routes pass several distilleries and finish at Glenfiddich with miniatures and a Glencairn tasting glass for finishers.

A challenging hill race in the Ochils, starting and finishing in Alva Glen. The 14.6 km route visits several summits, including Ben Cleuch. Entry is affordable, with prizes for top finishers and veterans.

Join the Halloween themed Auchterarder 10K Chilli Trail on 31 October for a fun, chilli pepper shaped route into the Ochil Hills with forest trails, stream crossings and sweeping views. All finishers get a snood and a bespoke medal.

November 2026

Trail running festival at Tentsmuir Forest on 01 Nov 2026 offering a Half Marathon, 10 km, 5 km and a 1.2 km family run. Routes are clearly marked and marshalled and finishers in the main distances receive medals and mementos.

A 50 km trail race along the Dava Way from Grantown on Spey to Forres, mainly on the old Highland Railway line, with woodland, moorland and a 321 m summit. Limited to 300 runners, 8 hour cutoff, held on 7 November 2026.

A nocturnal ultra where runners cover a well marked 5 km trail loop as many times as possible in six hours. Solo runners and teams of up to three pass a tented base each lap and race with music, lights and on course support.

Knockfarrel Hill Race on 7 November 2026 is an 8 km hill race with 300 m of climb, held as one of the club's annual races, with day-of-event registration at Strathpeffer Community Centre.

A multi-terrain ultra around the Tweed Valley based at Glentress Peel Visitor Centre in mid-November. Two route options, 65 km and 50 km, follow forest trails, riverside paths and open moorland with marked routes and aid stations.