About This Event
Set in the scenic Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill area of Edinburgh, this festive trail running event offers multiple distances for runners of all abilities. The races follow clearly marked and marshaled off-road routes starting from the historic Hermitage of Braid house. The event features a charitable component, with proceeds from the fun run supporting Friends of the Hermitage and Braid, as well as Morningside Primary school. Young participants in the fun run receive elf hats and festive wear is encouraged throughout, adding a celebratory atmosphere to the late November timing. All runners can expect post-race refreshments and a race memento, making this a welcoming community-focused event that combines trail running with charitable giving in one of Edinburgh's most attractive green spaces.
Choose Your Distance
1.2K
A festive fun run designed for families and young runners, with all child participants receiving elf hats to wear during the race. This shorter route provides an accessible introduction to trail running in a celebratory atmosphere.
5K
A 5K mixed-terrain race, Edinburgh, Scotland.
10K
A 10K mixed-terrain race, Edinburgh, Scotland.