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Holyrood Park

Name: Holyrood Park
Start: 2026-07-12
End: 2026-07-12
Location: Arthur's Seat

Arthur's Seat, United Kingdom • 12 Jul 2026

Holyrood Park 5k/10k/Half Marathon

This running event takes place in Holyrood Park in Edinburgh. Participants can choose from three distances: a 5 km, 10 km, or half marathon course.

The routes are described as scenic laps around the park, passing landmarks like Arthur's Seat. The terrain includes tarmac, grass, and some hills. The event is organized by Up and Running Events. Dogs are permitted to join runners on the course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Scotland Arthur's Seat

Race information

Website

Half Marathon

10 km

10k

5 km

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

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