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Name: Heriot-Watt Round the Grounds
Start: 2026-03-29
End: 2026-03-29
Location: Currie

Currie, United Kingdom • 29 Mar 2026

Heriot-Watt Round the Grounds

This annual multi-terrain running event takes place on the Heriot-Watt University campus on March 29, 2026. It features two distinct races.

The events are a 5k race and a Kids Fun Run. Both courses use trail paths around the campus grounds.

Registration and number collection for both events happen at the Oriam sports facility on campus, opening from 11:30. The 5k race is listed as part of the Scottish Student Sport Winter Series.

Entry for the 5k costs £8 for students and Scottish Athletics members, and £10 for other participants. Entry for the Kids Fun Run is £2, which includes a finisher's medal for each child. The entry closing date is March 22, 2026. Participant numbers are limited to 200 for the 5k and 75 for the Kids Fun Run. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Scotland Currie

Race information

Registration Facebook

5 km

Kids Fun Run

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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