Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill 10km Trail Run

Edinburgh, United Kingdom • 23 Nov 2025

The Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Trail Runs (10km and 5km) plus a 1.2km Festive Fun Run take place at Hermitage of Braid House in Edinburgh. The 1‑lap, mixed‑terrain courses traverse the Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill nature reserve, with views across the city and the Forth; the 10km and 5km routes climb over Blackford Hill. The Festive Fun Run runs up and down the main drive to the Hermitage House, with elf hats for juniors and festive wear encouraged. Proceeds from the fun run benefit South Morningside Primary School and Friends of the Hermitage. Routes are signposted and marshaled; post‑race refreshments and a memento for finishers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 km
Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill 10km Trail Run
5 km
Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill 5km Trail Run
5 km
Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill 5km Trail Run (juniors 11-15)
Hermitage of Braid 1.2km Festive Fun Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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