Galloway Series

 Winter 2026 / 2027 - Dates and Routes

There are Eight races in the first Winter Series and your Best 5 races will count towards the Series.

SHR Registered Races are the normal entry fee. All other races are a donation to Mountain Rescue

SHR kit to be worn / carried - waterproof top and bottoms, map, compass, gloves and hat. Night races also include a head torch.

Date Event Statistics Details Map Results
Sunday 29th November 2026 Race 1 - Criffel from the Back 4.90km +510m Start/Finish at Ardwall Parking. Start time 10.30am

 
Sunday 13th December 2026 Race 2 - Cairnsmore 17.50km +800m Start / Finish Murfad Farm. Pre Entry and on the Day. All details on Cairnsmore Hill Race page  
Sunday 27th December 2026 Race 3 - Craig's Cracker 9.50km +650m Start/Finish Screel carpark 10.30am

 
Sunday 10th January 2027 Race 4 - Bennan Up and Back 7.00km +500m Start / Finish - Bruce's Stone carpark. 10.30am  
Thursday 21st January 2027 Race 5 - Castle Douglas Trail Night race Start 7pm  
Sunday 7th February 2027 Race 6 - Shallock North Top 9.60km +400m Start/Finish Stinchar bridge. 10.30am  
Thursday 18th February 2027 Race 7 - Screel Trail Night race Start 7pm  
Sunday 21st March 2027 Race 8 - Criffel 10.50km +550m Criffel - details on SHR  https://www.scottishhillrunners.uk/races/Criffel