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Trail runs in Scotland

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Dive into epic trail runs, thrilling gravel rides, and scenic road sportives across South Scotland’s wild landscapes.
Every sporting ticket unlocks a full weekend of live music, talks, films and more
  • Fri 26 - Sun 28 Jun
  • FREE-£96
  • U16s FREE
Thornhill, Dumfries and Galloway

South Scotland Outdoor Festival

Dive into epic trail runs, thrilling gravel rides, and scenic road sportives across South Scotland’s wild landscapes. Every sporting ticket unlocks a full weekend of live music, talks, films and more

  • Gravel events 3
  • Sportive 2
  • 5K run
  • Half marathon
  • 10K run
  • + 2 more races
Forge your legend at The Iron Keep: a 5-hour challenge to complete as many laps as you can, surrounded by trail running, medieval spectacle, and unforgettable adventure.
  • Sat 4 Apr
  • £52
Denny, North Lanarkshire

The Iron Keep | 5 Hour Siege Run

Forge your legend at The Iron Keep: a 5-hour challenge to complete as many laps as you can, surrounded by trail running, medieval spectacle, and unforgettable adventure.

  • 5 hrs trail running
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Join Scotland’s biggest ultramarathon! Take on a true wilderness running adventure through the Scottish Highlands, with flexible distances and an unforgettable expedition feel.
  • Sat 2 - Sun 3 May
  • FREE-£290
Inverness, Highland

Ultra X Scotland

Join Scotland’s biggest ultramarathon! Take on a true wilderness running adventure through the Scottish Highlands, with flexible distances and an unforgettable expedition feel.

  • Ultra run 4
  • Trail run 3
If you like great beer and running on amazing riverside trails then this event is for you! Run through the beautiful valley of the North Esk River to finish at the brewery for a free beer.
  • Sat 6 Jun
  • £35-£45
Loanhead, Midlothian

Hop Run

If you like great beer and running on amazing riverside trails then this event is for you! Run through the beautiful valley of the North Esk River to finish at the brewery for a free beer.

  • 10K run
  • 5K run
Dive into epic trail runs, thrilling gravel rides, and scenic road sportives across South Scotland’s wild landscapes.
Every sporting ticket unlocks a full weekend of live music, talks, films and more
  • Fri 26 - Sun 28 Jun
  • FREE-£96
  • U16s FREE
Thornhill, Dumfries and Galloway

South Scotland Outdoor Festival

Dive into epic trail runs, thrilling gravel rides, and scenic road sportives across South Scotland’s wild landscapes. Every sporting ticket unlocks a full weekend of live music, talks, films and more

  • Gravel events 3
  • Sportive 2
  • 5K run
  • Half marathon
  • 10K run
  • + 2 more races
The 100-mile ultra for people who don't do 100-mile ultramarathons. Walk or run from Edinburgh Castle to Glamis within 48 hours, fully supported.
  • Sat 25 Jul
  • £330
Edinburgh

Rat Race 100 Ultramarathon

The 100-mile ultra for people who don't do 100-mile ultramarathons. Walk or run from Edinburgh Castle to Glamis within 48 hours, fully supported.

  • 100 miles trail running + 4853 ft ascent
Lace up and conquer Bowhill Estate’s spectacular trails this summer — from beginner 5K dashes to epic 50K adventures through the rolling Borders hills.
  • Sun 9 Aug
  • £20-£55
Selkirk, Scottish Borders

Durty Trail Weekender

Lace up and conquer Bowhill Estate’s spectacular trails this summer — from beginner 5K dashes to epic 50K adventures through the rolling Borders hills.

  • 50K ultra run
  • Half marathon
  • 10K run
  • 5K run
Experience the wild side of Scotland with an epic trail race in the heart of the stunning Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park on a waymarked route with finisher's medal.
  • Sat 10 Oct
  • £40-£65
Campsite, Stirling

Aberfoyle Festival of Trail Running

Experience the wild side of Scotland with an epic trail race in the heart of the stunning Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park on a waymarked route with finisher's medal.

  • Half marathon
  • Ultra run 3
"Follow in the Footsteps of Legends". Step onto Scotland’s most storied battlefields, where warriors once fought for freedom, and take on your own epic challenge. Are you ready to take the field?
  • Sat 10 Oct
  • £10-£270
Stirling

William Wallace Running Festival

"Follow in the Footsteps of Legends". Step onto Scotland’s most storied battlefields, where warriors once fought for freedom, and take on your own epic challenge. Are you ready to take the field?

  • Ultra run
  • 50K ultra run
  • 10K run
  • Fun run
  • Sun 5 Apr
  • £27-£29
Ballater, Aberdeenshire

Run Balmoral 6 Mile Trail Race

  • 6 miles trail running
  • Sun 5 Apr
  • £27-£29
Ballater, Aberdeenshire

James & George Collie 15 Mile Trail Race

  • 15 miles trail running
  • Sat 25 Apr
  • £100
Crianlarich, Stirling

Devil o’ the Highlands Footrace

  • 42 miles trail running
  • Sat 25 - Sun 26 Apr
  • £60
Dalkeith, Midlothian

Lone Wolf Scotland

  • 24 hrs trail running
  • Sun 26 Apr
  • £22-£28
Perth, Perth and Kinross

Scone Palace Trail Runs

  • 5K run
  • 10K run
  • Sat 2 May
  • £135-£150
Inverkeithing, Fife

Fife Pilgrim Way Ultra Marathon

  • 90 km trail running
  • Sat 9 May
  • £93-£95
Blairgowrie, Perth and Kinross

Cateran Trail Ultramarathon

  • 55 miles trail running + 7450 ft ascent
  • Sat 9 May
  • £80
Forres, Moray

Moray Coastal Trail Races | 50 Mile Trail Race

  • 50 miles trail running
  • Sat 23 May
  • £41-£43
Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire

Kirkhill 8

  • 8 hrs trail running
  • Sat 30 May
  • £25
Isle of Canna, Highland

Isle of Canna 10K Trail Run

  • 10 km trail running
  • Sat 6 Jun
  • £63-£65
Aberfeldy, Perth and Kinross

Glen Lyon Ultra Marathon

  • 31 miles trail running + 3500 ft ascent
  • Sat 13 Jun
  • £67
Ballater, Aberdeenshire

Cairngorm Ultra Trail

  • 60 km trail running
  • Sat 20 - Sun 21 Jun
  • £70-£135
Banchory, Aberdeenshire

Saltire 24

  • Ultra run 3
  • Sat 20 Jun
  • £3
Alexandria, West Dunbartonshire

Run Loch Lomond | Fun Run

  • 1 mile trail running
  • Sat 27 Jun
  • £100-£150
Forres, Moray

The Moray Way 100 and Relay

  • 100 mile ultra run 2
  • Sat 4 Jul
  • £70-£72
Fort Augustus, Highland

Great Glen Ultra Marathon 42

  • 42 miles trail running + 6000 ft ascent
  • Sat 4 Jul
  • £118-£120
Fort William, Highland

Great Glen Ultra Marathon

  • 72 miles trail running + 8500 ft ascent

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