Dumfries
Trail Running Calendar near Dumfries 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Dumfries for 2026-2027! We've gathered 10 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
An in-person race in Great Britain on 30 October 2026 organised by Heart & Soul Racing Limited, with a single entry option priced at £4.16.
November 2026
Experience a traditional fell race near Wythop Mill featuring a 5.9 km senior route and dedicated junior courses for all ages.
February 2027
Road races around Cockermouth with half marathon and 10km routes, live chip timing, finishers' medals, and fundraising for Blood Bikes Cumbria.
May 2027
An approx 10 km chip timed urban trail through Carlisle city centre, castle and parks with race HQ at The Sands Centre on 5 May 2027.
June 2027
A 104 miles trail ultramarathon on the Southern Upland Way from St Johns Town of Dalry to Galashiels with live GPS tracking, 250 places and a 38 hour cut off.
A 56 mile Southern Upland Way ultramarathon on 5 June 2027 with live GPS tracking, mandatory kit requirements and entry criteria for experienced runners.
A fully supported, fully waymarked 70 mile ultramarathon on 12 June 2027, designed to be walked or run at about 3 mph with five staffed Pit Stops and professional medical cover.
July 2027
South Scotland Outdoor Festival at Drumlanrig Castle blends trail running and gravel riding with talks, films, sauna, wellbeing sessions and live music; distances include Kids Fun Run, 5 km, 10 km, 21 km.
July 2029
A single day 38 mile ultra from Gretna Green to Penrith, the MTC Boggart is Day 1 of the thirteen day MTC ALBION series. Entries are limited and the event enforces a minimum 4.0 mph average with a specified mandatory kit list.