WILD DEER SCOTTISH FESTIVAL 2026 - DALKEITH COUNTRY PARK

WILD DEER SCOTTISH FESTIVAL 2026 - DALKEITH COUNTRY PARK

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๐Ÿด Wild Deer Scottish Festival Trail Runs โ€“ Dalkeith Country Park 2026 ๐Ÿด

Get ready, trail runners! Weโ€™re thrilled to return to Dalkeith Country Park in 2026 โ€“ a stunning, historic Scottish estate just a stoneโ€™s throw from Edinburgh, perfect for trail running adventures of all distances

๐Ÿ“ Event Location

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

Google Maps Location โ€“ Click here

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๐Ÿ Distances & Age Groups

  • ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ Family 1 Mile โ€“ ages 3+ (parernts run for free)
  • ๐Ÿƒ 5km โ€“ ages 11+
  • ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ 10km โ€“ ages 15+
  • ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ Half Marathon (2 laps) โ€“ ages 15+
  • ๐Ÿƒ Marathon (4 laps) โ€“ recommended 18+
  • ๐Ÿƒ Ultra 32.5 miles (5 laps) โ€“ recommended 18+

๐ŸŒณ 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 โ€“ a runnerโ€™s paradise!

๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Routes

Family 1 mile - TBC

5km โ€“ Click here

10km โ€“ Click here

Half Marathon โ€“ Click here

Marathon (4 Laps) โ€“ Click here

Ultra Marathon (5 Laps) โ€“ Click here

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

๐Ÿถ Canicross Friendly

This event welcomes Canicross runners โ€“ one well-controlled dog per runner.

๐Ÿ•ค Start Times

Family 1 mile - 8.55am

Ultra, Marathon & Half Marathon โ€“ 9:15am

5km & 10km โ€“ 9:45am

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

โฑ๏ธ Cut-Off Times

  • Ultra Marathon โ€“ 8 hours

โฑ๏ธ Timing

Live Chip-Timing provided by Timing Up North.

๐ŸŽ–๏ธ The Finish Line

All finishers will receive:

๐Ÿ… Medal

๐ŸŽ Wild Deer Merchandise

๐Ÿซ Energy Bar from VOOM Nutrition

๐Ÿ‘• T-Shirt Option

Add a bespoke Event T-Shirt to your entry for just ยฃ12 when you sign up.

๐Ÿ…ฟ๏ธ Parking

On-site parking available โ€“ ยฃ4 all day

โœจ A Scottish Trail Adventure!

Whether youโ€™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 festival spirit.

Start time: 9:30am
Distance: 5km
Price: £19.00 + fee
Remaining places: 299

Start time: 9:30am
Distance: 10km
Price: £24.00 + fee
Remaining places: 295

Start time: 9:15am
Distance: 13.10m
Price: £27.00 + fee
Remaining places: 298

Start time: 9:15am
Distance: 26.20m
Price: £30.00 + fee
Remaining places: 99

Start time: 9:15am
Distance: 32.50m
Price: £33.00 + fee
Remaining places: 98

Start time: 9:45am
Distance: 5km
Price: £31.00 + fee
Remaining places: 30

Start time: 9:45am
Distance: 10km
Price: £36.00 + fee
Remaining places: 20

Start time: 9:15am
Distance: 13.10m
Price: £39.00 + fee
Remaining places: 20

Start time: 9:15am
Distance: 26.20m
Price: £42.00 + fee
Remaining places: 19

Start time: 9:15am
Distance: 32.50m
Price: £45.00 + fee
Remaining places: 10

Start time: 8:55am
Distance: 1m
Price: £12.00 + fee
Remaining places: 30