Is the 2021 Edinburgh Marathon going ahead?
Is the 2021 Edinburgh Marathon going ahead?
This is why we are communicating the decision today that the 2021 Edinburgh Marathon Festival which takes place on Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th May, will be delivered as a virtual event. …
How much does it cost to enter the Edinburgh Marathon?
Pay £62 (£59.50 club) and enter online via our website Entries to the Edinburgh Marathon are on a first come, first served basis until capacity is reached. Please note: you need your special entry code VMLM2020.
Where does the Edinburgh Marathon start and finish?
Since 2003 the Edinburgh Marathon Festival has been held each year, usually in May. The current route begins in the city centre, moves out of Edinburgh into East Lothian, finishing at Musselburgh, East Lothian.
Is Edinburgh Marathon sold out?
EVENT DETAILS Fast & flat, this course was voted the fastest marathon in the UK by Runners World, ideal if it’s your first marathon or you are looking for a PB. The Edinburgh Marathon has sold out every year since 2008 and is the second largest marathon in the UK, behind only London.
Will marathons go ahead 2021?
As restrictions continue to ease, large scale races including the London Marathon and the Great North Run have confirmed they will go ahead this year.
Can you walk the Edinburgh Marathon?
We have a strict cut off time of 6 hours 30 minutes for the marathon and 3 hours 15 minutes for the half marathon so we would not recommend walking. This is a serious athletic event which is timed and it is therefore unlikely you would be able to walk the race within the cut off time.
Is the London Marathon on this year 2021?
Is the virtual 2021 Virgin Money London Marathon being held instead of the actual Virgin Money London Marathon? No, the 41st edition of the London Marathon is due to take place Sunday 3 October 2021. The virtual 2021 Virgin Money London Marathon is being held in addition to the event in London.
The Edinburgh Marathon starts in London and Regent Road before passing by the historic Holyrood Palace, home to Scottish kings and queens. It then runs through Holyrood Park in the shadow of Arthur’s Seat, an extinct volcano. It races by Meadowbank Sports Stadium, scene of former Commonwealth Games glory for runners such as Liz McColgan.
Is there a 10K relay at the Edinburgh Marathon?
The EMF Relay is a chance for a team of four to join forces and complete the Edinburgh Marathon! The 10K falls on the Saturday of the Edinburgh Marathon Festival weekend and is run in the stunning surroundings of Holyrood Park. The EMF Junior 5K is for 11-18 year olds and takes place on the Saturday.
Which is the official charity of the Edinburgh Marathon?
Since 2003, Edinburgh Marathon Festival runners have raised over £30 million for hundreds of amazing charities. If you’re looking for a reason to become a future EMF charity runner, then look no further! The Official Edinburgh Marathon Festival Charity is Macmillan Cancer Support RUN FOR CHARITY
Which is the most popular marathon in Scotland?
The Edinburgh Marathon is Scotland’s most popular marathon. It began in 2003 and has continually grown in popularity and stature, having just received a 97% satisfaction rating in a recent Runner’s World poll. In numbers, the Edinburgh Marathon is second only to the London Marathon in the UK, with over 16,000 runners taking part.