The Santa Dash is a firm favourite amongst our regular runners. Dress up as a Christmas pudding, stick a turkey hat on or just come along in your running kit and hope not to be called Scrooge!

The Santa Dash 2024 is on Sunday 22nd December 2024 and takes place around the trails of Cammo Nature Reserve in NW Edinburgh. You will run along riverside paths, through fields and around historic buildings. We would suggest either trail shoes or your grippiest trainers depending on the weather in the days leading up to the event as it may either get muddy in places or be frosty!

There are some narrow paths, some steps and wee wooden bridges to navigate and therefore this route is not suitable for wheeled options of buggies or frame runners. Our apologies for this as we'd love to offer a route 'for all'.

There are 2 distance options to choose from: you can either dash around the 5K or the 10K.

Kids over 11 can take part in the 5K and we also offer an Elf dash (approx 1km) for the wee people in your lives.

A minimum donation of £1 will go to Young Lives vs Cancer (formally known as CLIC Sargent) plus the event is a collection point for the Edinburgh Food Project so bring along some extra nibbles on the day.

o Fancy dress is encouraged but not mandatory!

o Hot chocolate and cookie station at the finish area

o Medals for all finishers

o Approx 250 participants

11am ELF DASH starts

11.30am SANTA DASH starts

WEATHER UPDATE 21/12/24

You may have seen the forecast of strong winds over the weekend with a yellow weather warning for Edinburgh and I wanted to update you on our plan for the Santa and Elf Dashes.
Our team will carry out a route check on both Saturday afternoon and Sunday morning to assess for any fallen branches, any risk of falling branches and a general risk assessment. Should we have to cancel the event, we will contact you by email on either Saturday evening (if we come across any major obstacles at this point) or, at latest, by 9am on Sunday morning so please check your emails and/or our social media posts before you travel. UPDATE SAT 21ST DEC AT 6PM- We’ve been round the route this afternoon putting arrows up and at this point we are confident the Santa and Elf Dashes will go ahead tomorrow morning without any concerns for runners safety.

ONLINE ENTRIES FOR THE SANTA DASH ARE NOW FULL - however we will be offering entries on the day so come along to our gazebo, near the Leaf and Bean coffee van by 11am to sign up on the day!

Elf dash - ENTER HERE

Water of Leith Half 2024

The Water of Leith Half is now in its 25th year and it has raised thousands of pounds in that time for various local charities.

As with the previous 2 years, this year's event will help to conserve this wonderful river and its pathways which we are lucky enough to run along. The Water of Leith Conservation Trust works to conserve and enhance the river, its heritage and wildlife: the Trust promotes education and recreation through the Visitor Centre and works with volunteers and community groups to deliver around 300 river clean-ups and habitat improvement tasks annually. 

Join us on the start line of this iconic half marathon route. It is a point to point event, starting in the SW of Edinburgh beyond Balerno and winds you through the city along the Water of Leith pathways to Coalhill, Leith.

We do not foresee having more than 200 runners taking part as we wish to keep it small, manageable and to reduce impact on the pathways. It is a handicapped race with a max time of 2h30, slowest runners start at 9.30am.

The start area is just outside of Balerno, on a farm track off Harlow Road and the finish area is Coalhill, Leith. We will have marshals at all difficult road crossings and the runners are advised that no roads have been closed for the race so to keep their wits about them when crossing roads, of which there are only a few. The route will also be floured the day before at any junctions to keep the runners on the right path.

If you volunteer this year you will guarantee your 2025 race place - email blastrunning1@gmail.com

You will have the option to book a seat on the coach to take you from the finish area to the start line for £6

SOLD OUT and waiting list is FULL

Join us on the start line for this beautiful Autumn trail half marathon on Sunday 27th October 2024, 10.30am

o A perfect mix of wooded trails, riverside paths and farm tracks around Dalmeny Estate.

o Starts and finishes at Longcraigs Scout Hall, South Queensferry, 1 mile from Dalmeny Rail Station.

o 2 x Water Stations

o Marshals and First Aiders on the course

o Food and drink at the finish area

o Medals for all finishers

o Event t-shirts and hoodies available to pre-order and to purchase at the event

o Approx 250 participants

o A fundraiser for the South Queensferry RNLI

The Scottish Mile is now in its 3rd year for 2024 and we are looking forward to seeing you run your best mile on the 15th September!

What is the format for The Scottish Mile?

The course follows a point to point officially measured mile along Silverknowes Promenade. The flat tarmac route will take runners on a speedy no-turns race with an inspiring coastal backdrop.

The direction of the race will be decided on race day, depending on the wind. This allows the organiser to guarantee no head wind and therefore a fast race, with records and PB's bound to be broken!

Should you enter the ELITE or OPEN event?

If you are male and aiming to run a sub 5 minute mile OR you are female and gunning for a sub 6 minute mile then you are in with the ELITES! Otherwise, you are best to go in the OPEN event.

Registration is open between 8.45 - 9.45am, find us at the gazebo near the Boardwalk Cafe, Marine Drive

Open Event 10am

Elite Ladies 10.20am

Elite Men 10.30am

Prizegiving 11am

Join us on the start line for the 4th year of this summer evening running event in July 2024. You can choose from 1 loop (5.2km), half marathon, solo marathon, relay marathon or, NEW FOR 2024, the 6 Hour Ultra Challenge and see how many laps you can run in 6 hours!

Location and Terrain

The course is set along a flat, tarmac, seaside promenade, offering oceanic views and potentially favourable running conditions.

There are no hills or undulations which gives runners a good chance of achieving personal bests or fast times!

Event Format

The event is lap-based, with each lap measuring just over 3 miles. This format allows participants to choose their preferred distance.

Distance options include a 1 lap, Half Marathon (4 laps), Individual Marathon (8 laps), Relay Marathon (min 1 lap each runner) or the 6 Hour Ultra Challenge.

Aid Stations

Water and Active Root Stations are available twice per lap. This ensures participants have access to hydration and popular energy drink, Active Root, to support their performance every 1.5 miles.

Course Support

Marshals will be stationed along the course to guide and assist participants.

First Aiders will also be present, ensuring the safety and well-being of the runners.

Kids Race

In addition to the main races, there's a kids race. This provides an opportunity for younger participants to join the event and experience the joy of running!

What's included

• Finisher's medal for all runners

• Goodie bag for half marathon, marathon and 6 hour Ultra Challenge events

• Chip-timed results

• First aiders

• Water and Active Root stations every 1.5 miles

• Support along the route

• Officially measured and licensed marathon course - can be used as a qualifier for major marathon.

  Oh, and did we mention there'll be the Woodfired Pizza team there again plus Bonnie Burrito and Cherry on Top ice creams - the outside catering is not included in your ticket price.

ONLINE ENTRIES WILL CLOSE AT MIDNIGHT ON SUNDAY 30TH JUNE.

Come along and enter on the day:

Friday 5th July, Cramond Kirk Hall 6 - 8pm

Sat 6th July, Cramond Kirk Hall 9 -11am

Sat 6th July, by the Boardwalk Cafe 1 - 4pm

This summer evening 5K series guides you along the inner trail paths around Inverleith Park in Edinburgh. Come for one event or commit to all three and try to get a little quicker each month!

Wed 15th May 2024, 6.30pm

Wed 5th June 2024, 6.30pm

Wed 3rd July 2024, 6.30pm

The route will be marked and there will be marshals on the course.

250 maximum entries

Online entries and limited number of ENTER ON THE DAY places are available

There will be spot prizes, fastest Male / Female category prizes plus a prize for the MOST IMPROVED over the 3 events!

** You do NOT have to enter all 3 events.

Registration opens at 5.30pm at the central obelisk, Inverleith Park.

This summer evening 5K series guides you along the inner trail paths around Inverleith Park in Edinburgh. Come for one event or commit to all three and try to get a little quicker each month!

Wed 15th May 2024, 6.30pm

Wed 5th June 2024, 6.30pm

Wed 3rd July 2024, 6.30pm

The route will be marked and there will be marshals on the course.

250 maximum entries

Online entries and limited number of ENTER ON THE DAY places are available

There will be spot prizes, fastest Male / Female category prizes plus a prize for the MOST IMPROVED over the 3 events!

** You do NOT have to enter all 3 events.

Registration opens at 5.30pm at the central obelisk, Inverleith Park.

This summer evening 5K series guides you along the inner trail paths around Inverleith Park in Edinburgh. Come for one event or commit to all three and try to get a little quicker each month!

Wed 15th May 2024, 6.30pm

Wed 5th June 2024, 6.30pm

Wed 3rd July 2024, 6.30pm

The route will be marked and there will be marshals on the course.

250 maximum entries

Online entries and limited number of ENTER ON THE DAY places are available

There will be spot prizes, fastest Male / Female category prizes plus a prize for the MOST IMPROVED over the 3 events!

** You do NOT have to enter all 3 events.

Registration opens at 5.15pm by the play park, Inverleith Park.

Come along to our Rabbie Burns 5K @ the Meadows on Tuesday 23rd January at 12.45pm and get your 2024 off to a running start!

Open to all runners

* Cheeky wee mid week speed session

* Flat and fast course

* Whisky prizes for 1st Male and Female in all age categories supplied by @dramswithdougal and @singlemaltmark

* hot drinks and water for all finishers

* optional medal

We meet by the East Meadows Play Park, Melville Drive for a 12.45pm start.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​£7 / £9 (£2 discount for Scottish Athletics members). Refgistration is 12 noon - 12.30pm

Our monthly lunchtime 5kms are held at The Meadows, Edinburgh.

These are £6 to enter (£1 for under 18s). ONLINE ENTRIES NOW CLOSED, ENTER ON THE DAY BY 12.30PM - CASH / CARD ACCEPTED

We support every kind of runner from gentle pavement plodders to young gazelles so come along and join in!

Your race, your pace.

Tuesday 19th December 2023, 12.45pm start

Meet by East Meadows Play Park.

THE MULLED WINE ONE - enjoy some warmed seasonal wine and mince pie after your run!

We are now SOLD OUT for this year’s Santa and Elf Dash

The Santa Dash is now in its 4th year and is a firm festive favourite amongst our regular runners! Dress up as a Christmas pudding, an inflatable turkey (yes this has happened) or just come along in your running kit and hope not to be called Scrooge!

The Santa Dash 2023 is around the trails of Cammo Nature Reserve in Edinburgh which has beautiful running routes along riverside paths, through fields and around historic buildings.

There are 2 distance options to choose from: you can either dash around the 5K or the 10K.

Kids over 11 can take part in the 5K and we'll also offer a FREE elf dash (approx 1k) for the wee people in your lives.

Fancy splitting the distance? Bring a running buddy along and run the 10K RELAY option!

Race to the finish to earn your cookie and hot chocolate.

£1 of every entry will go to Young Lives vs Cancer (formally known as CLIC Sargent)

9.30am ELF DASH starts

10am SANTA DASH starts

Water of Leith Half 2023 VIRTUAL EVENT

The Water of Leith Half is now in its 23rd year and it has raised thousands of pounds in that time for various local charities.

This year's event will help to conserve this wonderful river and its pathways which we are lucky enough to run along. The Water of Leith Conservation Trust works to conserve and enhance the river, its heritage and wildlife: the Trust promotes education and recreation through the Visitor Centre and works with volunteers and community groups to deliver around 300 river clean-ups and habitat improvement tasks annually. 

Join us on the start line of this iconic half marathon route. It is a point to point event, starting in the SW of Edinburgh beyond Balerno and winds you through the city along the Water of Leith pathways to Coalhill, Leith.

We do not foresee having more than 200 runners taking part as we wish to keep it small, manageable and to reduce impact on the pathways. It is a handicapped race with a max time of 2h30, slowest runners start at 9.30am.

The start area is just outside of Balerno, on a farm track off Harlow Road and the finish area is Coalhill, Leith. We will have marshals at all difficult road crossings and the runners are advised that no roads have been closed for the race so to keep their wits about them when crossing roads, of which there are only a few. The route will also be floured the day before at any junctions to keep the runners on the right path.

NOW SOLD OUT but if you volunteer this year you will guarantee your 2024 race place - email blastrunning1@gmail.com

You will have the option to book a seat on the coach to take you from the finish area to the start line for £5

Our monthly lunchtime 5kms are held at The Meadows, Edinburgh. These are £6 to enter (£2 for under 18s). We support every kind of runner from gentle pavement plodders to young gazelles so come along and join in!

Your race, your pace.

Tuesday 14th November 2023, 12.45pm startMeet by East Meadows Play Park.

ONLINE ENTRIES NOW CLOSED, enter on the day by 9.30am cash/card

Our monthly lunchtime 5kms are held at The Meadows, Edinburgh. These are £6 to enter (£2 for under 18s). We support every kind of runner from gentle pavement plodders to young gazelles so come along and join in!

Your race, your pace.

Tuesday 10th October 2023, 12.45pm start

ONLINE ENTRIES NOW CLOSED, pay on the day - meet by East Meadows Play Park.

This beautiful trail half marathon route on the outskirts of Edinburgh is a gently undulating and scenic course which starts at the Cramond Flagpole and winds along the banks of the River Almond and into Dalmeny Estate over the ancient Cramond Brig. There is one steep climb to grit your teeth through but the views across the Firth of Forth are worth it!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

The route will be fully marked and marshalled. The Strava map will be shared with you well in advance of the race.

350 maximum entries⠀

Fundraising for the South Queensferry RNLI

Registration is at The Cramond Kirk Hall, from 8am on the 3rd September 2023

This fun summer evening 5K takes place in Inverleith Park, Edinburgh on Wed 30th Aug at 6.30pm

The route takes you along the inner trail paths of the park.

The route will be marked and there will be marshals on the course.

250 maximum entries

Online entries and limited number of ENTER ON THE DAY places are available

There will be spot prizes, fastest Male / Female category prizes plus a prize for the MOST IMPROVED over the 3 events!

** You do NOT have to enter all 3 events.

Registration opens at 5.30pm at the central obelisk, Inverleith Park.

Our monthly lunchtime 5kms are held at The Meadows, Edinburgh These are £6 to enter (£1 for under 18s). We support every kind of runner from gentle pavement plodders to young gazelles so come along and join in! This month’s event falls on the US Independence Day so we’re having a themed post race snack and all finishers can eat donuts and drink coffee!

Your race, your pace.

Tuesday 4th July 2023, 12.45pm start

ONLINE ENTRIES CLOSED, enter by 12.30pm on the day. Meet by East Meadows Play Park.

This fun Summer Series** comprises 3 x 5k evening events around Inverleith Park, Edinburgh in May, July and August. Tonight will be the 2nd in the series but even if you didn’t run in May you can still come along!

* The route takes you along the inner trail paths and some tarmac too.

* The route will be marked and there will be marshals on the course but the final responsibility is with the runner.

* 250 maximum entries

*ONLINE ENTRIES ARE NOW CLOSED but come along by 6pm and enter on the day!

There will be spot prizes, fastest Male / Female category prizes plus a prize for the MOST IMPROVED over the 3 events!

** You do NOT have to enter all 3 events.

Join us on the start line for the 3rd year of this summer evening running event in June 2023. You can choose from the 7km, half marathon, solo marathon or relay marathon and run together into the sunset!

o It is a lap event, each lap just over 4 miles in length.

o Water and Active Root Stations at each lap

o Marshals and First Aiders on the course

o Hot food and cool drinks at the supporter area

o Medals for all finishers

o Event t-shirts available to pre-order and to purchase at then event

o Relay teams can be from 2 to 6 runners, each to run at least 1 lap

o Fundraising for Play Therapy Base; a children's play therapy charity in Edinburgh and The Lothians

o 1 mile kids fun run to keep young supporters entertained whilst mummy / daddy / granny runs!

o Marathon Course Record Holders:

John Redding, Linlithgow AC, 2:46:07 (2021)

Julie Atkinson, Lothian RC, 3:31:06 (2021)

Limited offer - we have a few ENTRIES ON THE DAY become available in all distances so if you fancy joining everyone for a sunset run along the beachfront then come on down to Gypsy Brae, EH5 1QD by 5pm to register!

Our monthly lunchtime 5kms are held at The Meadows, Edinburgh These are £6 to enter (£1 for under 18s). We support every kind of runner from gentle pavement plodders to young gazelles so come along and join in!

Your race, your pace.

Tuesday 13th June 2023, 12.45pm start

ONLINE ENTRIES NOW CLOSED so come along by 12.35pm to enter on the day. Meet by East Meadows Play Park.

The Scottish Mile is now in its 2nd year for 2023 and we are looking forward to seeing you run your best mile on the 4th June!

ONLINE ENTRIES ARE NOW CLOSED. You can enter the Open Event on the day by coming along between 9-9.30am to the reg tent by The Boardwalk Cafe, Marine Drive.

This year is slightly different as there are 2 events for you to choose from:

1. The OPEN EVENT is open to all runners of any age and does not require any affiliation to a club or national association.

2. The BRITISH MASTERS 1 MILE CHAMPIONSHIP EVENT can be entered separately by UKA registered athletes aged 35 and over. If you are not a member of the UKA you can do this at sign up.

2022 saw a British 1 mile record broken (Fiona Matheson, F60, Falkirk Veteran Harriers, 5:31:3) and we can't wait to see who turns up with their A game in 2023. We can't guarantee you a tail wind however we CAN make sure that you don't have a head wind on our flat, tarmac, no-turns, coastal route. How can we do this you may ask? We decide the direction of the race on the day depending on the wind.

The Scottish Mile 2023 will take place at Silverknowes Promenade, EH4 5ES, on Sunday 4th June from 10am.

Provisional timings for The Scottish Mile are:

10:00 Scottish Mile (Open Event) start

10:30 Scottish Mile (Open Event) Prizegiving

11.00 The Scottish Mile (British Masters Event) start

Additional information:

1. Free parking

2. Portaloos and public toilets

3. Café nearby

4. Easy route for supporters to view and cheer from the sides

5. Marshalled and marked route

6. Route officially measured

7. Scottish Athletics Licenced event

8. First Aided

9. Chip Timed

ENTER HERE

ONLINE ENTRIES NOW CLOSED. Enter on the day only - by 12.30pm

Our monthly lunchtime 5kms are held at The Meadows, Edinburgh These are £6 to enter (£1 for under 18s). We support every kind of runner from gentle pavement plodders to young gazelles so come along and join in!

Your race, your pace.

Tuesday 23rd May 2023, 12.45pm start

Register online or on the day. Meet by East Meadows Play Park.

This fun Summer Series** comprises 3 x 5k evening events around Inverleith Park, Edinburgh

* The route takes you along the inner trail paths and some tarmac too.

* The route will be marked and there will be marshals on the course but the final responsibility is with the runner.

* 250 maximum entries

* Online entries are now closed, ENTER ON THE DAY places are available - register by 6pm at the gazebo in the centre of Inverleith Park.

* There will be spot prizes, fastest Male / Female category prizes plus a prize for the MOST IMPROVED over the 3 events!

** You do NOT have to enter all 3 events.

ONLINE ENTRIES NOW CLOSED but you can come along and enter on the day by 9.30am.

Our popular 5km and 10km runs are held once a month. They are open to anyone over 11/15 years old on the event date. These are £6/12 to enter. They are chip timed, officially distance measured and your times are sent to Run Britain Rankings. However, please don’t be put off if you’re not a speed king or queen – we support every kind of runner and you’ll be cheered over the line no matter your pace. Your race, your pace.

Our May event will have spot prizes plus a wee something for our fastest male and female runners!

* This beautiful 20 mile event is perfect training for runners taking part in a 2023 Spring Marathon.

* The route is on approx 70% tarmac and 30% runnable farm trails. It is undulating (1094ft of overall climb) but there are no ‘big’ hills to tackle.

* The route starts in Cramond and takes you through Dalmeny Estate then out into the town of South Queensferry and up and over the Forth Road Bridge before heading back to Cramond.

* Please note that there are no road closures for this event.

* There will be water stations at miles 8, 12 and 18.5 which will have water and Active Root sports drink. You are encouraged to run with your own water carrier and to fill this up.

* The route will be marked and marshalled. The Strava map will be shared with you in advance of the race.

* It is a fundraising event for The MS Society and 25% of your entry goes to the charity.

* 300 maximum entries

The event has 3 wave starts:

8.30am for runners who intend to run the route with some walk breaks and may take 4 to 4.5 hours to complete it (please be aware that some marshal points may be unmanned for this wave however the route will still have been marked and no orientation skills are required, just observation skills!).

9am for runners who are aiming between 3-4 hours for completion

9.30am for runners who are aiming for less than 3 hours completion time.

Our monthly lunchtime 5kms are held at The Meadows, Melville Drive. These are £6 to enter (£1 for under 18s). We support every kind of runner from gentle pavement plodders to young gazelles so come along and join in!

Your race, your pace.

Tuesday 14th March 2023

ONLINE ENTRIES ARE NOW CLOSED, enter on the day by 12.35pm at the East Meadows Play Park

Join us for some Cross Country in Spring 2023!

This 5km route on the 12th March is suitable for beginners to cross country and the more experienced XC runner.

It is a more traditional XC route using the playing fields and park lands of the amazing Fettes College. Completely flat but still has the opportunity to be muddy! This is a two lap route.

Please note that trail shoes are encouraged but are not compulsory, however you will need trainers with a good tread.