Wild Deer Scottish Trail Running Festival
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Wild Deer Scottish Trail Running Festival 2026
The Wild Deer Scottish Trail Running Festival takes place on 27 September 2026 at Dalkeith Country Park, Melville Gate Road, Dalkeith, EH22 1RU. The park is a privately owned 1,000 acre estate near Edinburgh and just off the Edinburgh Bypass at the top of the A68.
Distances and age groups
- Family 1 Mile – ages 3 plus, parents run for free
- 5km – ages 11 plus
- 10km – ages 15 plus
- Half Marathon (2 laps) – ages 15 plus
- Marathon (4 laps) – recommended 18 plus
- Ultra Marathon (5 laps) – entry available
Courses use a mix of woodland trails, firm paths, grassy stretches, and rugged terrain. The event is Canicross friendly with one well controlled dog permitted per runner.
Timing and cut offs are provided on the event information. Live chip timing is supplied by Timing Up North. The Ultra Marathon has an eight hour cut off.
On completion all finishers receive a medal, Wild Deer merchandise, and an energy bar from VOOM Nutrition. A bespoke event T shirt is offered as an optional extra for £14. On site parking is available for £4 all day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
