Race for Life Edinburgh - Holyrood Park
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Race for Life Edinburgh - Holyrood Park
Race for Life at Holyrood Park in Edinburgh is scheduled for Sunday 07 Jun 2026 and is organised by Cancer Research UK. Participants for the main event must be aged 16 and over.
Available distances:
- 10k
- 5k
The start and finish are on grass and the first 1 km of the route is on grass. The course is mainly on roads and includes one large incline. The start and finish lines are located on the main playing fields of Holyrood Park.
Facilities listed for the event include refreshments and toilets. Dogs are allowed, and the site is suitable for pushchairs. Wheelchair access is available, though the steep incline on the route may require assistance. Bag drop, showers and parking are not available at the venue.
Travel notes state there is no onsite parking or drop off point. Pedestrian routes to the park are open and there are bus services within a short walk. The closest train station is Edinburgh Waverely. A what3words location is provided to find the exact starting point.
Entry fees shown are £17.49 for adults and £11.00 for children. The minimum fundraising target for the event is £50.00. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
