Red Hose Trail Race
Red Hose Trail Race is a 5.5K trail race held at the Carnwath Agricultural Show, celebrating one of Scotland's oldest running traditions.
| Date | Saturday 25th July, 2026 |
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| Distance | 5.5K |
| Location | Carnwath Agricultural Show |
| Town/City | Carnwath |
| Area | West of Scotland |
| Start postcode | ML11 8HS |
| Start time | 12:00pm |
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Red Hose Trail Race is a 5.5K trail race held during the Carnwath Agricultural Show in South Lanarkshire. Starting from the showfield at Carlindean Farm, the course provides a trail running challenge as part of one of Scotland's best known agricultural events.
First established in 1508, the Red Hose Race is believed to be Britain's oldest surviving footrace and is now run under Scottish Athletics rules. While the event is open to all runners, the traditional Red Hose can only be won by eligible residents from designated local parishes, preserving a unique part of the race's history.
Red Hose Trail Race is a great choice for runners looking for a trail race in South Lanarkshire. The 5.5K course combines a competitive trail run with centuries of tradition, making it a distinctive event for runners seeking a historic race in Scotland.
