William Wallace Running Festival

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the William Wallace Running Festival, taking place on Saturday, October 10th, 2026, in the stunning countryside of Scotland. Organized by the William Wallace Running Festival team, this event invites runners of all levels to immerse themselves in the rich history and breathtaking landscapes of Stirling. Participants can choose from three exhilarating race distances: the challenging William Wallace Ultra at 70km, which features breathtaking views and iconic landmarks such as the Wallace Monument and Stirling Castle; the exciting 50km Ultra course that showcases the beauty of the same historic routes; and the Braveheart 10km, a flat and scenic run along the River Forth, where runners can traverse the historic Stirling Old Bridge. For the little ones, the Wallace Warriors 1-mile race offers a fun, traffic-free environment to unleash their energy and create their own tales of adventure. Join us for this remarkable festival, where every stride brings you closer to history and the stunning Scottish countryside!

Iconic routes through the beautiful picturesque countryside of Scotland. Find yourself immersed in the Scottish countryside, passing iconic landmarks. Join us to create your moment in history. WILLIAM WALLACE ULTRA (70KM) Solos, Relay teams of 3 or 6 3 or 6 Relay Stage changeovers and 5 Aid stations The longest event of the festival – a spectacular 70km loop of historic Stirling. Starting in view of Wallace Monument, and under the shadows of the Ochil Hills, you will then weave your way past the Battle of Bannockburn, climb into the Campsie Fells and Lewis Hill high above North Third Reservoir, before heading through Kings Park – once the hunting ground of royalty – and past Kings Knott ancient gardens. You'll head up over the Stirling Castle with views over the River Forth, past Kier Estate where the SAS founder Sir David Stirling once lived, through the market village of Bridge of Allan rising to Cockburn Reservoir and into the Ochil Hills. Going through Jerah Forrest and returning via the protected village of Blairlogie, Wallace Monument, Cambuskenneth Abbey and the riverside path. It will be an unforgettable journey! WILLIAM WALLACE ULTRA (50KM) Solos, Relay teams of 3 or 6 3 or 6 Relay Stage changeovers and 5 Aid stations An awesome loop of historic Stirling. Starting in view of the Wallace Monument, and under the shadow of the Ochil Hills, you will then weave your way past the Battle Of Bannockburn, Kings Park – once the hunting ground of royalty – and Kings Knott ancient gardens. Before going up to the imposing Stirling castle with views over the River Forth, past Keir Estate where the SAS founder Sir David Stirling once lived, through the market village of Bridge of Allan rising to Cockburn Reservoir. You will then return via the iconic Wallace Monument, Cambuskenneth Abbey and the riverside path. It will be an unforgettable journey! BRAVEHEART (10KM) A flat, out and back, route starting in view of Wallace Monument and under the shadows of the Ochil Hills. The route takes you alongside the River Forth where you will traverse over the Stirling Old Bridge – rebuilt many times after fierce battles it is best-known for the Battle of Stirling Bridge in 1297 where Sir William Wallace and Andrew Moray defeated English forces. Follow in the footsteps of icons and create your own moment in history. WALLACE WARRIORS (1 MILE) A traffic free flat run to let our young warriors release lots of energy as they too get to experience the same start and finish line as those in the other festival events, creating tall tales of daring doo and their own piece of history.