Once you leave the city and run east, it gets quite dreary. Ran a big stretch along the water. Hammy Cox finished 6th (possibly in 2.18.05); Allan Adams may have run 2.26.32; and Colin Martin was the other Scottish team member. Temperature was 28C and spectators had hoses, gummies, drinks - you name it. The first marathon event in Edinburgh was in 1982. The Lingerwood development would create a sense of community in the old mining area. Registered in England and Wales 10548808. The hotel guest said that they loved their stay for the location, staff and the comfy bed but that it was ruined by loud noise coming from The Liquid Room nightclub. 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For Scotland, Hammy Cox won in 2.21.15, Frank Harper was second in 2.22.20, Doug Cowie 6th in 2.26.21 and Colin Youngson 10th (and 1st Veteran) in 2.28.38. It races by Meadowbank Sports Stadium, scene of former Commonwealth Games in 1970 & 1986 and glory for runners such as Lachie Stewart and Liz McColgan. Three to count. The very nice driver informed me that the pre-paid shuttle area that I had booked through the EMF race registration was a '15 minute walk away. The Edinburgh Marathon was first staged in 1982 and has been an annual event since 2003. An urban explorer has shown inside the walls of one of Edinburghs abandoned schools, giving viewers an insight into the creepy building which has lain empty since 2010. She is described as being around 5ft in height, of medium build with long fair hair. MarathonGuide.com - the complete marathon resource and community. The Edinburgh Marathon starts in London and Regent Road before passing by Holyrood Palace. 27/5/1990 The last Aberdeen Marathon included a match between (in finishing order) England v Wales v Scotland. Overall, I'm glad that I ran this race as it was my first international marathon. The course begins in the city center at Potterow, then moves out of Edinburgh into East Lothian, finishing at Pinkie Playing Fields, Musselburgh. Minus points - Too exposed to the elements, little shade when running in 28 degree heat, difficult to get back to city centre, not really the Edinburgh Marathon as very little of it is actually in the city. Finisher Lists. Since 2003 the Edinburgh Marathon Festival has been held each year, usually in May. 31st May 2019. geordieNdog. Create your free account now by choosing a password! EH8 9AL. For Scotland, Lindsay Robertson was third, Sandy Keith 8th and Craig Ross 12th. Edinburgh police hunt schoolgirl, 12, from Dundee believed to have travelled to city. We'll be bringing you the latest from the EMF events in the capital. The bus farrago described by many is still happening - a half hour walk through busy streets to find the bus home after running 26 miles. They should design an out and back course so the buses are not necessary. The 55-year-old pled guilty to numerous charges on Wednesday. For Scotland, Frank Harper finished 7th in 2.29.49; the other Scots were Doug Hunter and Keith Lyall. they eventually answered one but when I again repeated my initial query, I never heard back. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click here. It then runs through Holyrood Park in the shadow of Arthurs Seat, an extinct volcano. It started in Holyrood Park and ended in . The Edinburgh Marathon Festival was founded by Geoff Sims and in 2003 there were around 3,000 participants. Scott Taylor, who plays for Lothian Thistle Hutchison Vale, is recovering in hospital in an induced coma after undergoing a 10-hour operation as a fundraiser is launched. We take a look at the 2017 Edinburgh Marathon and the Edinburgh Marathon Festival and tell you everything you need to know about this top sporting event. Quick time text afterwards, pretty flat. The drop in the course route makes it a downhill course, ineligible for rankings. Parking at the start and finish lines are restricted so bosses are asking those attending to plan their travel in advance and use public transport. The Marathon starts on the high ground between Fort Augustus and Foyers and drops down to the banks of Loch Ness at Foyers. Organiser. View all races for May 2023. Find out more about Edinburgh Marathon on 5th Sep 1982 including route, elevation, and reviews by other runners You cannot buy your ticket via us yet! Edinburgh course was voted as the fastest marathon in the UK by Runners World, a perfect choice to try out your first ever marathon race! Well done Sarah Cumber, Tracy Brogan and Heather Sweeney. However, there are two things that runners of this race need to keep in mind before they toe the line. Great Run Event Results - Great Run Results Nissan ARIYA: Leading the way for all electrifying performances at Great Run events Find out how you did by selecting your event and entering your surname or race number below. More than 24,000 runners take part in this event. Three to run, with two to score (with positions added for a cumulative total). Thank your for subscribing to our Newsletter. Breathless optimism. The Edinburgh Marathon is an annual marathon event, run in Scotland over the traditional distance of 42.195kilometers (26.219 mi). Tweets & replies. When last seen she was wearing a blue jacket, black leggings and white trainers. The YETI BIKE RACE Nepal, around the Annapurna Tour, crossing the highest rideable pass in the world at 5416m over sea level. 10/9/89 The Anglesey Marathon included the Welsh Championships and Commonwealth Games Trial. A beloved Edinburgh pub is famous for its unique signage at its front doorwhich has divided tourists after a local shared a picture of it online. 18/10/81 The Glasgow International Marathon included a match between (in finishing order) Scotland v Wales v Northern Ireland v Eire. There was not a banana, not a bagel, nothing! I myself had to give forfait because a injury. The organizer will provide a link where you'll be able to submit your result. Merlene Ottey won gold, silver and relay bronze in the sprints for Jamaica. The weather is completely unpredictable and all of my training was for naught when faced with 25mph headwinds and gusts up to 40mph. Now the course is like an arrow pointing directly away from the city. For Scotland, Jim Dingwall was 5th in 2.16.44 but Peter Wilson did not complete the course. Three to count. First Scot was Terry Mitchell (2nd in 2.19.40) and 3rd was Hammy Cox (2.19.43). The Edinburgh Marathon takes place every year in Edinburgh, Scotland, usually in the month of May. Ryan Mitchell completed the marathon in 3hrs 50 mins - but he has another reason to celebrate. 22/5/88 The Aberdeen Marathon included a match between (in finishing order) Scotland v England v Wales. GSi Events. Edinburgh bus driver Charmaine Laurie became a household name five years ago after narrowly avoiding disaster on a city road during the infamous Beast from the East blizzards. 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Enter your name, race number, finish position, event, gender and category for your results. The first marathon was held in Edinburgh in 1982. Organisers ask runners and spectators to allow extra time to travel over the weekend and allow patience for bag searches and extra road closures. 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The Edinburgh Marathon has IAAF Bronze Label status and is managed by Scottish Athletics. 14/9/80 The Glasgow Marathon included an international team match for the first time England won from Republic of Ireland, Northern Ireland and Wales. For Scotland, Peter Fleming finished third in 65:13; Charlie Haskett fourth in 66.26; and Hammy Cox 13th in 70.16. There are no phone numbers and the only way to contact is by emails - which are never answered! Edinburgh Marathon's Tweets. Excluded are Commonwealth Games performances (by Jim Dingwall, John Graham, Graham Laing and Fraser Clyne) since these have been noted already in the complete Scottish International track and field records by the Scottish Association of Track Statisticians SATS.]. 1/9/85 The Edinburgh Waverley Market Marathon included a match between (in finishing order) Scotland, Wales, Eire and England. Always refer to the official website the latest race information. The half marathon and the full 26.2 mile run happen on Sunday, and there are a number of road closures along the route which could affect traffic during the day. Edinburgh Part 2 - the running part. See below for the latest updates as results come in and winners are announced. It was the first mass marathon to be held in the Scottish city when it began on September 5 1982.. For Scotland, Mike Carroll won in 2.18.41; Scott MacDonald (Swindon) was second in 2.22.01; and Murray McNaught tenth in 2.27.54. Edinburgh has hosted an annual marathon that has run each year since 2003. As costs for youth football is continuing to rise, former Edinburgh Hearts under 18s player Dean Philip is raising money to help those who need it most with football matches. There were a few food trucks (better bring your credit card&the food is not free). Edinburgh Marathon Another from Enschede 1977: Sandy Keith, Willie Day and Colin Youngson (47) are the easy ones to spot. As a consequence, I purchased useless bus tickets and wasted quite a bit of money doing so. You can find all the info you need here. Enjoy one of the most panoramic races of the Planet. Fast & flat, the Edinburgh Half Marathon follows the marathon course which was voted the fastest marathon in the UK by Runners World, ideal if it's your first half marathon or you are looking for a PB. World's Marathons Gift Cards There is no record of the third Scot who dropped out, unless Scotland only sent two runners. This is *not* what my crippled body wanted to hear. Plus points - Flat, well organised, plenty of support, good water stations. I first ran this race circa 2005 when it started and finished in Holyrood Park next to Arthur's Seat. Scotland did not finish. 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It began in 2003 and has continually grown in popularity and stature, having just received a 97% satisfaction rating in a recent Runner's World poll. Be sure to be prepared at least 2+ miles. It is impossible to speak to the race organisers or the office. Glasgow Marathon, 1983,with Murray McNaught , Jim Brown , Andy Daly, Charlie Haskett, Evan Cameron and Don Macgregor. This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. Men Records. Three to run, with two to score (with positions added for a . Several officers could be seen on the residential street where Granton Primary School is situated as they arrested a 25-year-old man in connection with a disturbance. A man who had his belongings stolen from a parked van on Leith Walk is appealing with the public, after a family heirloom in one of his bags was taken - with the thief spotted on CCTV. The Edinburgh Marathon is an annual marathon event, governed by Scottish Athletics and run in Scotland over the traditional distance of 42.195 kilometres . The weather was damp and misting, but the spectators were out in numbers and were quite supportive. The course begins in the city center at Potterow, then moves out of Edinburgh into East Lothian, finishing at Pinkie Playing Fields, Musselburgh. The route reaches the village of Longniddry before reaching Gosford House, looping around and heading back past Musselburgh Links, the famous golf course officially recognised by the Guinness Book of Records as the oldest golf coure in the world. Please let us know if any data is wrong or missing, by emailing us. Hey organizers, charge an extra pound or two and give people some food! I don't run with a watch since I get 'too into my head' calculating mile splits. Three to count. It runs through Holyrood Park in the shadow of Arthurs Seat before racing by Meadowbank Sports Stadium, scene of former Commonwealth Games glory for runners such as Liz McColgan. View our online Press Pack. 151-165 The Royal Mile, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH1 1PD, UK. Rock'n'Roll San Diego Marathon & 1/2 Marathon, Seville Marathon (Zurich Maraton de Sevilla), Edinburgh Christmas Market & Winter Festival. Craig and Don got into considerable difficulties and did well to finish on the new, tougher course. Show Results Position (Overall) Position (Category) Name Number Club Chip Time Gun Time; 555: 14 55M: Kevin Dessoy 1942 Holmfirth Harriers AC: 03:10:42: 03:11:22: Expand Position (Category) 14 (55M) Club Holmfirth Harriers AC Gun Time 03:11:22 2261: 39 45F: Nicky Ottaway 8849 Holmfirth Harriers AC: 03:47:27: 03:55:38: Expand Position (Category) To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. ", Amazon attempt to clamp down on illegal use of Fire Sticks by users. This page lists the World Best Year Performances in the year 1982 in the Marathon for both men and women. The bus than does not even stop directly at the train station, so you have to add another 10 mins walk WMA makes no representations as to the accuracy of information on this site or its suitability for any use. There were showers on Sunday morning and the sun isn't forecast to return until the evening. Expert tips, insights, runner stories and more. Sign up for the largest running event in Finland! The 2017 Edinburgh Marathon will be held on Sunday May 28, with the mass race due to start at 9.50am. MazH. When is the 2017 Edinburgh Marathon, what is the route, and where can I see the results? Complete directory of marathons, marathon results, athlete and race news, marathon history, training schedules, chat, email, marathoning humor - everything for the marathon runner and marathon fan. Fast and flat, this race can easily become one of your favorites. There has been an increase in strange sightings of structures and lights in the skies above Scotland's capital. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. Edinburgh is unbelievably beautiful and a must see for all. 43. There were food trucks charging an exorbitant price for food, but I did not run 26.2 miles with money in my pocket. It also boasts some great sites along the way.Since 2007, the Edinburgh Marathon has featured a fast and flat course called the fastest Marathon route in the UK, as the former course had become infamous for its hilly appearance. Three to run, two to count. Four marathon races were held in Scotland in 2019, Inverness's Baxters Loch Ness Marathon being the longest running of them, having started in 2002. If I had been a visitor from abroad I would have found it very disappointing, talk about not playing to your strengths. Welsh runners were: 13 Tegid Roberts 2:24:40, 18 Arwel Lewis 2:27:02 and 24 Dic Evans 2:29:29. Early comments aboout the hill have been accommodated, leading to what is now one of the flattest marathon courses, making the Edinburgh Marathon an excellent race for obtaining a personal best. Events have been going on all weekend, with the 5k, 10k and junior races taking place on Saturday. Mile markers were well out in terms of accuracy and many around me measured the course as over the 26.1. Edinburgh Half Marathon - Sunday May 28 starting at 8AM, Edinburgh Team Relay - Sunday May 28 starting at 10AM, Edinburgh 10K Race - Saturday May 27 starting at 9AM, Edinburgh 5K Race - Saturday May 27 starting at 11AM, Edinburgh Junior 5K - Saturday May 27 starting at 11.45AM, Edinburgh Junior 2K - Saturday May 27 starting at 2.30PM, Edinburgh Junior 1.5K - Saturday May 27 starting at 1.45PM, Edinburgh Kids' Kilometre - Saturday 27 starting at 1PM. Three to count. For Scotland, Paul Kenney finished second in 2.18.34; Tony Coyne was third in 2.21.33; and Mike Carroll sixth in 2.22.31. Photo: Denis Straughan . Website. I would have run with a watch if I'd known this would be the case. It's easy when you know how. The finishing order was: Wales, Scotland, Catalonia. Opposite the palace you will see the Scottish Parliament Building at Holyrood within the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Central Edinburgh. 5/7/87 The Bridgend Marathon, which was the Welsh Championships over a tough course, included an international team contest. Further marathons were held in Edinburgh in 1986 and 1999. Reckless Edinburgh teens filmed bus surfing down busy main road through Old Town. It's the second largest marathon in the UK, behind only the London Marathon and is set to raise over 4 million for charity. In the Edinburgh Marathon Festival 2023, the Full Marathon, Full Marathon Relay & Half Marathon have a POINT TO POINT course while all other races (10K, 5K, Junior 5K, Junior 2K, Junior 1.5K & Kids Kilometer have an OUT & BACK course with the below mentioned Start and Finish points: Prize Money The Edinburgh Half Marathon starts in London and Regent Road before passing by the historic Holyrood Palace, which has served as the principal residence of the Kings and Queens of Scots since the 16th century. Once you finish, you have to walk another mile and a half to buses that drive you another 40 minutes back to the city. Half on the Head (Kerryhead Half Marathon & 10k Run), Pride Run Phoenix Half Marathon | 10K | 5K, A Digital Gift Card With a Special Message. Just head to the roundabout and then walk uphill'. 19/9/82 The Aberdeen Marathon featured a match between (in finishing order) Wales v Scotland v England v Northern Ireland. From the 5k to the marathon there is something for everyone, and this has been voted as the fastest marathon route in the UK. In 1986 the marathon was called the Commonwealth Games People's Marathon, a month before the Commonwealth Games. It was the first mass marathon to be held in the Scottish city when it began on September 5 1982. Currently it forms part oftheEdinburgh Marathon Festival, usually in May. Here are nine of the most inspiring runners and moments from the Edinburgh Marathon festival. Edinburgh warehouse to be turned into new climbing arena and caf, Following a planning officer's recommendation to refuse the application, councillors voted in favour of granting the proposals to transform a warehouse into a climbing gym and caf, Much-loved East Lothian shop shuts its doors after 46 years serving local community. In 2018 and 2019 it received sponsorship and was retitled the Great Stirling Run. Edinburgh Marathon Festival: Runners in the Edinburgh Half Marathon reach the half way point along Portobello Promenade. New 1,000-home Midlothian village planned with shops and play parks. 20/9/87 The last Glasgow Marathon did not include a true International team match. Jim Dingwall of Scotland won in 2.16.07. Pick a different race if you want to see how you did! Edinburgh Marathon / Erin's Half Marathon. Scots were invited to the Las Vegas Marathon on an all-expenses trip but there is no evidence of a team race. 18/9/83 The Aberdeen Marathon included a match between (in finishing order) England v Wales v Northern Ireland v Scotland, but we did not finish a team, since Graham Laing dropped out at 18 miles after leading to 14 miles. 25/5/86 The Aberdeen Marathon featured a match between (in finishing order) England and Scotland. Well done to Dan Tanui, Ollie Garrod and Tom Roche. For Scotland, Terry Mitchell was 2nd in 2.24.53, Rob Hall 2.29.35 and Colin Youngson 7th (and first veteran) in 2.31.23. A helpful conversation would have been nice! The island course was a tough, undulating one. The logistics here are terrible. Course was flat and very scenic. For Scotland, Colin Youngson was 4th in 2.19.12, Des Austin 5th in 2.19.19 and Alastair Macfarlane 6th in 2.21.01. This was a two-lap, extremely hilly course. Three to count. There is no shade along the course, and ours was a very sunny day. Glasgow (Daly and Robertson) won an Inter-City contest, beating Cardiff and Dublin. The route has changed over the last few years. 2023. The green Settings button to the top right of the graph lets you pick from dozens! The Edinburgh Marathon is Scotlands most popular marathon. Pope John Paul II waves to the crowd before he boards his helicopter at Turnhouse after the Papal visit to Scotland in May 1982. Media. A number of Amazon Fire Stick customers use their dongle to stream legally but a growing trend has saw users download unofficial software to watch illegal streams. John Fairgrieve was team manager. Photo Sales. Overall, it was a good race with good support and decent fan support. directions_runStart address: Edinburgh,gb. For Scotland, Graham Laing won in 2.19.33, Don Macgregor was 7th in 2.26.48 (1st Veteran), and Evan Cameron 9th in 2.30.13. Brian Carty finished 17th and first veteran in 2.25.18. For Scotland, Charlie McIntyre finished third in 2.30.00; Frank Harper 7th in 2.33.34; and Doug Cowie, who unfortunately twisted his ankle on the morning of the race, 14th in 2.45.07.

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