Palacerigg Trail 10k is back for it's third year! 

A friendly run round Palacerigg Country Park, in 2026 we will be raising funds for Freedom City Foundation, a local charity, providing a foodbank and tailored support services for those in need in the Cumbernauld area.

Route description: An undulating trail route around the beautiful landscapes of Palacerigg Country Park, Forrest Wood and Glencryan, consisting of both single track and forest paths. Trail shoes advised, but any footwear you don't mind getting muddy will do!

We welcome participants of all abilities, no matter if you're a seasoned runner or trying out your first 10k. There's no time limit and we'll have friendly tail walkers to help you round. 

Distance: Approximately 10k 

Location: Palacerigg Country Park, Cumbernauld. What3words///flame.love.wants

Age restrictions: Participants must be 16 or over on the day of the event. 

Registration: Pre-entry preferred. Numbers will not be sent out in advance but will be available for collection on the day from 9.15 AM at the Palacerigg Visitor Centre. 

Race Start Time: 11 AM

Cost: £18 - Includes a shuttle bus from Greenfaulds Station (details to follow) and goodie bag, including one of a kind memento. £2 discount available for SA members.

Limited edition T-shirts and hoodies will be available for our early birds, created by Bionic Brunette. A contribution from these will also go to our charity. These must be pre-ordered by 3rd May and will be available to pick up on the day. 

Your entries can be amended, transferred or deferred until 31/05/2026. No amendments allowed after this date. 

Facilities: There will be bag storage available at the Golf Club Cafe, this won't be supervised, so please don't leave any valuables.

Toilets available on site.

Travel to the event: Car parking spaces at the park are limited and we would encourage car sharing and using the shuttle bus where possible. Further information will be provided in the run up to the event. 

Safety: Your safety is paramount to us - we will have qualified first aiders on site and a tail walker to ensure everyone gets round safely. If you do have to retire for whatever reason, please let us know. 

Organiser: Jules Collins

Scottish Athletics licenced event ES014673