Scotland
Trail Running Calendar Scotland 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Scotland for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 162 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in Scotland below and join the trail community at these great events!
November 2026
Lewis & Harris Cross Country Series race 1 at Lews Castle Grounds in Stornoway on 21 November 2026, organised by Stornoway Running & Athletics Club.
A 14.6 km hill race in the Ochils with 966 m ascent, summit checkpoints including The Nebit, a 300 runner limit, and mandatory safety kit.
Trail runs at Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill with 10 km, 5 km and a 1.2 km festive fun run supporting a local school and the reserve.
Short Lochaber AC Winter League race at Erract, Glen Loy on 22 November 2026 with a £3 entry; part of the Winter League schedule.
A 69 km trail ultra from Glamis Castle to Scone Palace on 28 November 2026 with marked route, checkpoints, GPS tracking, finish medals and a meal voucher for all finishers.
A 5 km park run at Rouken Glen on 29 Nov 2026, part of the six park South By Five series; free entry with a mandatory minimum donation and limited places.
Cluny Castle Running Festival at Cluny Castle offers chip-timed, measured races with medals, hydration stations and support across 5k, 10k and half marathon formats.
Cour Loop at Nevis Range is a Long race in the LAC Winter League on Sun 29 Nov 2026, requiring full winter kit and with entry fees differing for members and non-members.
December 2026
Night trail running at Cambus O May over 7.5 km with 270 m climb, organised by Deeside Runners; headtorch, map and compass required.
Trail runs at Glamis Castle with family, 5 mile and 10 mile options, live chip timing, canicross friendly routes, and on site parking.
Trail races along the West Lothian Shale Trail on 6 December 2026 offering distances from 9 km to a GPS tracked 50 km with checkpoint support and medals.
Festive 5k at Chatelherault Country Park on 6 December 2026 with a Santa costume and medal included; open to ages five and up, family tickets available.
A multi terrain half marathon on 6 December 2026 around the Pentland reservoirs near Balerno, limited to 150 runners with mandatory winter kit and an 8 mile checkpoint.
Multi-terrain winter trail at Balgone Estate offering 5 km and 18 km courses on mostly flat woodland and farm paths, with series prizes based on best three placings.
A 17.5 km circular winter hill race in the Southern Galloway mountains with 800 m ascent and mandatory map and compass.
A 5 km community race at Pollok Park on 13 December 2026, part of a six‑park South By Five series with free entry and a required community donation.
Celebrate the season with a festive trail run through Cammo Nature Reserve featuring 10K, 5K, and 1K distances followed by hot chocolate and medals for all finishers.
Charity 5 km and 10 km races at Dundonald Castle on Boxing Day, raising funds for Ayrshire Cancer Support with prizes and a raffle.
Festive Handicap at Beecraigs Country Park near Linlithgow offers free handicap races over 14 km and 7 km plus kids 2 km and 1 km races with foodbank donations welcomed.
A medium distance race (6 to 9 miles) at Torlundy on 26 Dec 2026, part of the Lochaber AC Winter League; entry is £3 for members and non-members.