An evening view of the Edinburgh skyline from Calton Hill, featuring the Dugald Stewart Monument in the foreground and Edinburgh Castle illuminated in the distance under a twilight sky.

Edinburgh 10k

The 10K falls on the Saturday of the Edinburgh Marathon Festival weekend and is run in the stunning surroundings of Holyrood Park.
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    Key details

    When: 24th May 2025

    Where: Edinburgh

    Cost: £25 registration fee and minimum sponsorship of £150

    There's always a fantastic, encouraging, and lively atmosphere at Edinburgh Marathon festival. Edinburgh is a notoriously hilly city but don't worry, after you've ascended Arthur's seat and seen the wonderful panoramic views from Duddingston Loch you'll head back into Duddingston Village and the last 1k is all downhill!

    Starting and finishing near Dynamic Earth, this route offers striking panoramic views of the city and Edinburgh Castle.

    A wide-angle, slightly elevated view overlooking the city of Edinburgh, Scotland, under a grey, overcast sky. In the foreground, rolling green and brown hills slope downward.

    A scenic view from Arthur's Seat in Holyrood Park, overlooking the city of Edinburgh  |  Image credit: Miguel Joya

    What we provide

    You'll receive a Marine Conservation Society running vest or t-shirt for your run - just drop our friendly fundraising team an email to let them know what size you need.

    If you are looking for ways to reach the minimum target of £150 sponsorship, get inspired by our creative fundraising ideas.

    If you have any questions contact fundraising@mcsuk.org

    A low-angle shot of the historic Edinburgh Castle perched atop a jagged, rocky cliff in Scotland. The fortress stands prominently against a bright blue sky with wispy white clouds. Foliage frame the bottom of the image.

    Edinburgh Castle  |  Image credit: Jorg Angeli

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