Trail Running Calendar Scotland 2024-2025

With 93 trail races in Scotland lined up for the 2024-2025 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.

The Epictrails 8Km - Night Running Fun will take place in Milngavie on Thursday 18 April 2024. You can run 8 kilometers.

The The Highland Ultra will take place in Mallaig on Thursday 18 April 2024. You can run 78 miles.

The Forth Ultra and Team Relay is a 43-mile ultramarathon around the Firth of Forth estuary, crossing two iconic Forth Bridges and connecting two well-known Scottish trails. The event is open to solos and relay teams of 2 or 4, with 85% of the route being road and 15% trail. The race will take place..

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The Charmian Interest Link Challenge is a fundraising event offering a 5k trail run and a 2k/4k fun walk at the Haining in Selkirk on April 20, 2024. The trail run will be on rough paths while the walk will cover some of the same route, both showcasing the beauty of the countryside and loch. Limited..

The Dalgety Bay 10K is a community event organized by the Forth Bridges Rotary Club, with proceeds going to End Polio Now and other charities. The race is limited to 450 entries, with a registration fee of £16.00, and will take place on Sunday, 21st April 2024 at 11am, starting and finishing at Dalg..

The Run Mhor - Hidden Glen 10k will take place in Balquhidder on Sunday 21 April 2024. You can run 10 kilometers.

The Scone Palace Trail Run offers 5K and 10K routes suitable for all fitness levels, taking place in the scenic grounds of Scone Palace near the village of Scone and the City of Perth. The 10K route includes a lap of Perth Racecourse, and the event is open to first-timers, with all entrants receivin..

The Highland Kings will take place in Glencoe from Friday 26 April 2024 to Tuesday 30 April 2024. You can run between 31 and 121 miles.

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The Highland Fling Race is a 53-mile trail ultramarathon along the southern part of Scotland's West Highland Way, taking place on Saturday, 27th April 2024. The event features 2300m ascent and 2100m descent, with 90% trail and 10% road terrain. Entry is limited to 750 participants on a first-come, f..

The Bristow 15 Mile Trail Race takes place on Sunday, April 28, 2024, offering a challenging yet scenic route starting near Balmoral Castle. Runners will enjoy Highland scenery, a climb through Ballochbuie pine forest, and an ascent to the base of Lochnagar. The last 3 miles provide a thrilling desc..

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The 3 Beaches Half Marathon is a multi-terrain running event held on the Isle of Benbecula, Outer Hebrides. The course starts on machair land behind the Dark Island Hotel, then runners head North towards "Stinky Bay" and Culla Bay before finishing in front of the hotel. Participants can run solo or ..

The Ultra X 110 Scotland will take place in Inverness on Saturday 4 May 2024. You can run 110 kilometers.

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The Stuc a’ Chroin 5000 Hill Race is a challenging Category AL race taking place on Saturday, 4th May 2024. With a 20k distance and a 1500+m ascent, participants will tackle Ben Each and Stuc a’ Chroin peaks in the beautiful Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park. This annual event, running since 1..

The Neilston Pad Race will take place in Neilston on Saturday 4 May 2024. You can run 4 miles.

The Tiree 10k & Half Marathon is an annual event on the Hebridean island of Tiree, known for its perfect beaches, clean air, and relaxed pace of life. The event welcomes all abilities and has grown to be a much-anticipated event on the island calendar, attracting runners from around the world. The r..

The Ultra X 50 Scotland will take place in Fort Augustus from Saturday 4 May 2024 to Sunday 5 May 2024. You can run between 31 and 69 miles.

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The Kintyre Way Ultra is a trail run set to take place on May 11th, 2024, starting at 08:30. The route covers 31 miles from Tayinloan to Tarbert, passing through Clachan and Skipness. The event offers free massage, refreshments, and kids' entertainment at the finish line in Tarbert. Participants can..

The Moray Coastal Trail 50 is a breathtaking trail run that showcases the stunning coastline of Moray, known for its sandy beaches, dramatic cliffs, and attractive fishing villages. The race starts in Forres and takes runners through Findhorn, Lossiemouth, Spey Bay, and picturesque fishing villages ..

The The Inverleith Sundowner Series will take place in Edinburgh on Wednesday 15 May 2024. You can run 5 kilometers.

The The Forgue Trail Run will take place in Huntly on Saturday 18 May 2024. You can run 5 kilometers.