Wild Deer Scottish Trail Running Festival – Dalkeith Country Park 2026

Get ready, trail runners! We’re thrilled to return to Dalkeith Country Park in 2026 – a stunning, historic Scottish estate just a stone’s throw from Edinburgh, perfect for trail running adventures of all distances

Event Location

Dalkeith Country Park, Melville Gate Road, Dalkeith, EH22 1RU

Google Maps Location – Click here

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Distances & Age Groups

Family 1 Mile – ages 3+ (parents run for free)

5km – ages 11+

10km – ages 15+

Half Marathon (2 laps) – ages 17+

Marathon (4 laps) – recommended 18+

About Dalkeith Country Park

A privately owned 1,000-acre estate steeped in history

Just off the Edinburgh Bypass at the top of the A68

Perfect for Scottish trail runners and visitors from the North East

Scenic woodland, estate trails, and open paths – a runner’s paradise!

Routes

Family 1 mile - TBC

5km – Click here

10km – Click here

Half Marathon – Click here

Marathon (4 Laps) – Click here

Ultra Marathon (5 Laps) – Click here

All courses feature a mix of woodland trails, firm paths, grassy stretches, and rugged terrain – suitable for all abilities.

Canicross Friendly

This event welcomes Canicross runners – one well-controlled dog per runner.

Start Times

Family 1 mile - 8.55am

Ultra, Marathon & Half Marathon – 9:15am

5km & 10km – 9:45am

Timings are subject to change and will be confirmed in the event information emails leading up to the event.

Cut-Off Times

Ultra Marathon – 8 hours

Timing

Live Chip-Timing provided by Timing Up North.

The Finish Line

All finishers will receive:

Medal

Wild Deer Merchandise

Energy Bar from VOOM Nutrition

T-Shirt Option

Add a bespoke Event T-Shirt to your entry for just £14 when you sign up.

Parking

On-site parking available – £4 all day

A Scottish Trail Adventure!

Whether you’re chasing PBs in the 5km or 10km, tackling a Half or Marathon, or pushing your limits in the Ultra, Dalkeith Country Park offers the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable day of trail running, Scottish scenery, and

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