Scurry to The Sea

Edinburgh, United Kingdom • 31 Dec 2026

Event

Scurry to the Sea 2026 is a running event organised by Scurry Events and planned for 2026. The race distance is 12 mile. The route links high ground in the Pentlands to a beach finish at Musselburgh. The event involves navigation along trails across Edinburgh.

Course and terrain

The course starts with a short hill run to the top of Allermuir in the Pentlands and then proceeds largely downhill toward the sea. The route includes a mix of cross country, urban orienteering and road running. The finish is on the sandy beach at Musselburgh. Participants follow a sequence of trails and urban sections that connect the hilltop start to the coastal finish. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

12 mi
12 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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