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Trail Running Calendar Scotland 2025-2026

With 129 trail races in Scotland lined up for the 2025-2026 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.

John Muir Way Ultra Marathon

Dunbar

The John Muir Way Ultra Marathon is a 50km race set to take place along the scenic John Muir Way in East Lothian, Scotland. This event is notable for being the first of its kind on the East Coast, offering participants breathtaking views of coastal stretches, rural landscapes, and woodland trails. T..

May 2026

MTC Glaistig

Innerleithen

The MTC Glaistig is a 31-mile ultra marathon that forms part of the Mount to Coast End to End Challenge Series. Scheduled for 2026, this event takes participants from Innerleithen to Travelodge Edinburgh Airport, serving as Day 2 of the SCOTIA challenge, which spans nine days across Scotland. Compet..

June 2026

MTC Nuckelavee

Edinburgh

The MTC Nuckelavee is a challenging 41-mile ultra marathon, part of the Mount to Coast End to End Challenge Series, taking place in Scotland. This event serves as Day 3 of the nine-day SCOTIA challenge, which covers a total of 366 miles across the country. Participants will start at Travelodge Edinb..

MTC Grimalkin

Perth

The MTC Grimalkin is a 34-mile ultra marathon, part of the Mount to Coast End to End Challenge series in Scotland. This event takes place from Travelodge Perth to Atholl Guest House in Pitlochry and is designed for both seasoned ultra runners and those participating in the multi-day Scotia challenge..

MTC Beithir

Kingussie

The MTC Beithir is a challenging 39-mile ultra marathon that forms part of the Mount to Coast End to End Challenge Series. Taking place in Scotland, this event starts in Kingussie and concludes in Inverness, also serving as Day 6 of the SCOTIA series, which spans nine days of racing. Participants ca..

MTC Selkie

Dornoch

The MTC Selkie is a challenging 43-mile ultra marathon, part of the Mount to Coast End to End Challenge Series in Scotland. This event takes place from Dornoch to Dunbeath and is also recognized as Day 8 of the MTC Scotia, a nine-day multi-race series. Participants can expect a unique experience, wi..

MTC Kelpie

Dunbeath

The MTC Kelpie is a 38-mile ultra marathon race, part of the Mount to Coast End to End Challenge Series, taking place in Scotland. This event marks Day 9 of the SCOTIA challenge, which spans nine days and covers a total of 366 miles. The race begins at Inver Caravan Park in Dunbeath and concludes at..

July 2026

MTC Albion

Gretna Green

The MTC Albion is a challenging ultra marathon event spanning 503 miles across England, taking place over thirteen days. Participants will traverse a route from Gretna Green to Lands End, averaging over 38 miles daily. Each day features unique ultra races, celebrating the Myths & Legends of England...

MTC Boggart

Gretna Green

The MTC Boggart is a 38-mile ultra running event that marks the first day of the Mount to Coast Albion challenge, a thirteen-day series traversing England. Starting from Gretna Green and finishing at the Kings Arms Hotel in Penrith, the race follows a scenic route similar to the JOGLE event but with..