Trail Running Calendar Scotland 2025-2026

The Formartine & Buchan Railway Ultra is a 12-hour and 6-hour ultra marathon held along the historic Formartine & Buchan railway line in Scotland, between Maud Railway Museum and Auchnagatt village hall. The course covers an estimated 4.3 to 4.5 miles one way, with participants running as far as pos..

The Moray Coastal Trail Ultra is a scenic 50-mile ultramarathon along Scotland’s stunning Moray coastline, starting in Forres and finishing at the Cullen Viaduct. The challenging course features diverse terrain including wide sandy beaches, rugged cliffs, forest trails, and picturesque fishing villa..

The Cape Wrath Ultra® is a premier multi-stage ultra running event in Scotland, covering 400km over 8 days. Starting in Fort William and finishing at Cape Wrath, the race traverses some of the most breathtaking and remote landscapes in the Scottish Highlands, including Knoydart, Kintail, Torridon, A..

The Skye Trail Ultra is a challenging 79-mile ultramarathon across the Isle of Skye, Scotland, featuring 3,780 meters of elevation gain. This self-navigation race traverses the island from Duntulm in the north to Broadford in the south, passing through stunning mountain ranges and coastal trails. Th..

The Isle of Jura Fell Race is a challenging 28km hill running event held on the Isle of Jura, featuring seven summits and a total ascent of 2,370 meters. Known as one of the toughest British fell races at this distance, it tests endurance, hillcraft, and running technique. The race attracts a limite..

Ultra Scotland 50 is a challenging 56-mile trail ultramarathon held in southern Scotland, following the scenic Southern Upland Way. Starting at St. John's Town of Dalry, runners traverse forests, valleys, and mountains with a total ascent of 2,447 meters.The race finishes at Moffat Rugby Club and ac..

Ultra Scotland 100 is a challenging 104-mile ultramarathon held along the scenic Southern Upland Way in Scotland. Starting at St John's Town of Dalry and finishing in Galashiels, the race features 4,611 meters of elevation gain and traverses iconic trails including Benbrake, Gateshaw Rig, Lowther Hi..

Wild Journeys - West Highland Way 2026 is a multi-day ultra running challenge organized by Running Adventures, taking place along Scotland's iconic West Highland Way. Starting in Milngavie, participants cover approximately 34 miles on day one, passing scenic lochs and climbing Conic Hill with views..

The Two Islands Half Marathon is a popular running event traditionally held in late August since 2011, except for 2020. The race covers the half marathon distance of 21.1 kilometers and is known for its unique course that presumably connects or features two islands, offering a scenic and memorable r..

The MTC Glaistig is a challenging 31-mile ultra marathon held in Scotland, forming Day 2 of the nine-day Mount to Coast SCOTIA End to End Challenge. The race starts at the Traquair Arms Hotel in Innerleithen and finishes at the Travelodge Edinburgh Airport, covering varied terrain with a total ascen..

The MTC Nuckelavee is a challenging 41-mile ultra marathon held in Scotland, forming Day 3 of the nine-day Mount to Coast End to End Challenge known as SCOTIA. The race starts at Travelodge Edinburgh Airport and finishes at Travelodge Perth, covering varied terrain with a total ascent and descent of..

The MTC GRIMALKIN is a challenging 34.5-mile ultra marathon held in Scotland, running from Travelodge Perth to Atholl Guest House in Pitlochry. It forms Day 4 of the nine-day Mount to Coast SCOTIA End to End Challenge, which covers 366 miles across Scotland. The race features significant elevation c..

The MTC BEITHIR is a challenging 39-mile ultra marathon held in Scotland, running from Kingussie to Inverness. It forms Day 6 of the nine-day MTC SCOTIA, an end-to-end series covering 366 miles across Scotland. The race features a demanding course with 2,256 feet of ascent and 2,978 feet of descent,..

The MTC SELKIE is a challenging 43-mile ultra marathon held in Scotland, forming Day 8 of the nine-day Mount to Coast SCOTIA End to End Challenge. The race starts at the Eagle Hotel in Dornoch and finishes in Dunbeath, featuring a route with approximately 3,880 feet of ascent and 3,743 feet of desce..

The MTC Kelpie is a 38-mile ultra marathon held in Scotland, forming Day 9 of the nine-day Mount to Coast SCOTIA End to End Challenge. The race starts at Inver Caravan Park in Dunbeath and finishes at John O'Groats, featuring a route with approximately 1,753 feet of ascent and 1,929 feet of descent...

The MTC Boggart will take place in Gretna Green on Tuesday 13 July 2027.

MTC Albion is a grueling thirteen-day ultra marathon covering 503 miles from Gretna Green to Lands End, England. Part of the Mount to Coast End to End Challenge Series, it averages over 38 miles daily, following a route similar to the classic MTC JOGLE. Each day is themed around English myths and le..