And here are the top three males and females in the junior 5k. Once you finish, you have to walk another mile and a half to buses that drive you another 40 minutes back to the city. in 2007 and begins in the city centre, moves out of Edinburgh into East Lothian, finishing atMusselburgh. In 2011 the Edinburgh Marathon Festival was hosted over two days with an introduction of a 5K, 10K, two junior races and a half marathon. Events have been going on all weekend, with the 5k, 10k and junior races taking place on Saturday. The marathon starts in the City center and then leaves Edinburgh. The start is placed on a fairly high level, and the course has an overall elevation drop of 50 meters. Finisher Lists. north east towards Dores on the northern tip of the loch. marathon (held at Tullamore in conjunction with the Scotland v Denmark v Ireland Track and Field contest), featured a Marathon International match with two man teams from Ireland (1st), England (2nd), Wales (3rd) and Scotland (4th). 10/9/89 The Anglesey Marathon included the Welsh Championships and Commonwealth Games Trial. Especially the Edinburgh Marathon Festival, taking place on the 27th & 28th May 2023 #edinburghmarathon #emf2023. The weather was damp and misting, but the spectators were out in numbers and were quite supportive. It then turns north, along Lochend Road and Leith Links before reaching Portobello Promenade. There were a few food trucks (better bring your credit card&the food is not free). Enjoy one of the most panoramic races of the Planet. 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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. London 1995: Allister Hutton, Lindsay Robertson, Jim Dingwall, Andy Daly, Don Ritchie,Fraser Clyne and Rab Marshall, SCOTTISH INTERNATIONAL MARATHON MEN (1979 1990), (Not including Commonwealth Games performances), Allan Adams 1986 (2), 1989 = 3, Evan Cameron 1980, 1981, 1982, 1985 = 4, Douglas Cowie 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990 (2) = 6, Rob Hall 1987, 1989 = 2, Frank Harper 1986 (2), 1988, 1990 = 4, Donald Macgregor 1980, 1981, 1982,1984 = 4, Colin Martin 1980, 1988, 1989 = 3, Donald Ritchie 1983, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1990 = 5, Craig Ross 1982, 1983, 1985, 1987 = 4, Peter Wilson 1982, 1983, 1984 (2) = 4, Colin Youngson 1979, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984 (2), 1985, 1986, 1988, 1989, 1990 = 11, INTERNATIONAL TEAM ROAD RACE: HALF MARATHON. Just head to the roundabout and then walk uphill'. - Part 4, McNewbie Resists Falling And Punching - Part 3, McNewbie's Steps Towards The 3rd Marathon Start Line - Part 2, Edinburgh is in Scotland so it shouldn't be this warm, Grilled, fried, baked and spat out, but happy, Marathon Blog: Saturday: from Catterick to Edinburgh, A grand day out at the Edinburgh marathon, Hades marathon (oh erm ok Edinburgh marathon), Smoutickle's first mara - Smout's most enjoyable race to date :), Brief Edinburgh Marathon blog - the 24.7 mile mara, Recent running and the build up to Edinburgh. Another from Enschede 1977: Sandy Keith, Willie Day and Colin Youngson (47) are the easy ones to spot. MazH. Three to count. A new village in Midlothian made up of 1,000 homes has been proposed by housing developers. 19/9/82 - The Aberdeen Marathon featured a match between (in finishing order) Wales v Scotland v England v Northern Ireland. The logistics here are terrible. It is impossible to speak to the race organisers or the office. Full marathon, half marathon, Hairy Haggis Team Relay, 10k, 5k, or Junior Races - the Edinburgh Marathon Festival has races for all ages. John Fairgrieve was team manager. 2020 Virtual EMF; 2020 Edinburgh Marathon; 2020 Edinburgh Half Marathon; 2020 EMF Hairy Haggis Team Relay; 2020 EMF 10k; 2020 EMF 5k; View our online Press Pack. This is not one for spectators. [Certainly, as far as the Welsh team was concerned, this was an international match and Scotland won clearly with a total of 3 points (1st and 2nd places)]. It is a point-to-point course with a drop of . Email us atscottishsundigital@news.co.ukor call 0141 420 5266, News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. Sorry! They should design an out and back course so the buses are not necessary. For Scotland, Lindsay Robertson was third, Sandy Keith 8th and Craig Ross 12th. Former Edinburgh Hearts youth star sets up charity to get 'kids off the streets'. Website. This was a two-lap, extremely hilly course. This is a rarity - a marathon that neither publishes its results nor responds to e-mails. Create your free account now by choosing a password! In numbers, the Edinburgh Marathon is second only to the London Marathon in the UK, with over 16,000 runners taking part. McGhee was heard shouting extremely distressing racist and sexist language by fellow neighbours over a period of nine days before the police intervened. Pick a different race if you want to see how you did! The YETI BIKE RACE Nepal, around the Annapurna Tour, crossing the highest rideable pass in the world at 5416m over sea level. MazH. 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. ", Amazon attempt to clamp down on illegal use of Fire Sticks by users. There is no threat linked to Edinburgh or the Edinburgh Marathon Festival but these measures are in place to ensure the safety of everyone involved. 5/9/82 The Edinburgh Marathon included a match between (in finishing order) England 7pts, Scotland 23 and Netherlands 25). Find out more about Edinburgh Marathon on 5th Sep 1982 including route, elevation, and reviews by other runners The drop in the course route makes it a downhill course, ineligible for rankings. 18/5/86 Wales hosted a four nation fixture at Bridgend, which incorporated the Welsh Championship and a match between (in finishing order) England v Catalonia v Wales v Scotland. Results & Photos Results About Not just a race, but an entire running festival. Edinburgh Marathon 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. Registered in England and Wales 10548808. For the official Scotland team, Jim Brown finished 4th in 2.20.38; Evan Cameron was 9th in 2.21.58; and Don Macgregor 10th in 2.22.06. She is described as being around 5ft in height, of medium build with long fair hair. From charity fundraisers to epic feats of endurance, there were some impressive entrants this year. The Edinburgh Marathon starts in London and Regent Road before passing by the historic Holyrood Palace, home to Scottish kings and queens. Glasgow (Daly and Robertson) won an Inter-City contest, beating Cardiff and Dublin. Looks like he managed it without any Fire and Blood. Three to count. I'm not going to dwell on the weather since that can't be helped. Enter your name, race number, finish position, event, gender and category for your results. 43. 30th May 2022. In numbers, the Edinburgh Marathon is second only to the London Marathon in the UK, with over 16,000 runners taking part. The half marathon finishes in playing fields at Pinkie St Peters Primary School. Further marathons were held in Edinburgh in 1986 and 1999. 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. Three to count. * Host nation ( Australia) Participation[ edit] Australia (70) Bahamas (6) Barbados (5) Bermuda (1) Botswana (6) Canada (57) Cayman Islands (2) Cyprus (7) 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. 21/9/86 The Glasgow Marathon included a match between (in finishing order) England v Wales v Scotland. The Edinburgh Marathon Festival was founded by Geoff Sims and in 2003 there were around 3,000 participants. For Scotland, Charlie McIntyre finished 4th in 2.31.56 (but 2nd in the team contest) and Doug Cowie 8th in 2.39.06 (but 5th in the team contest. It then runs through Holyrood Park in the shadow of Arthurs Seat, an extinct volcano. At the 1982 Commonwealth Games, the athletics events took place at the QE II Stadium in Brisbane, Australia from 39 October 1982. The course goes more or less around the island, alongside the coast, with spectacular views over the Atlantic ocean. It's ok to send me emails with deals and discounts for events on World's Marathons. International athletics championship event, World Military Cross Country Championships, Athletics at the Inter-Empire Championships, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Athletics_at_the_1982_Commonwealth_Games&oldid=1107049264, International athletics competitions hosted by Australia, All Wikipedia articles written in Australian English, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 27 August 2022, at 21:34. 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. Remember to track your run with an app of your choice. 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. Those two beat all of the official Scotland team: Jim Brown (12th in 2.19.50); Graham Getty (24th in 2.23.25); and Evan Cameron (39th in 2.26.39). One more heartwarming story! GSi Events. Runners love it for its flat and fast course, the beauty of the ancient city and Antalyas world famous beach. In Edinburgh, we were given a 10 Oz water bottle only every three miles and a few liquidy High-5 gels late in the race. Course was flat and very scenic. Three to count. When is the 2017 Edinburgh Marathon, what is the route, and where can I see the results? 8/7/79 the B.L.E. Three to count. Edinburgh police swoop on 'disturbance' near school as man arrested. 27/5/1990 The last Aberdeen Marathon included a match between (in finishing order) England v Wales v Scotland. MarathonGuide.com - the complete marathon resource and community. A history going back for 4500 years, unspoiled authentic villages, thousands of olive trees are waiting for you in Turkeys longest single stage running race going through trails around a calming lake. Full page from Evening News with photograph of runners along Princes Street in heavy rain and below listing of named runners. I don't run with a watch since I get 'too into my head' calculating mile splits. 24/5/87 The Aberdeen Marathon included a match between (in finishing order) England v Scotland v Wales. They hand you a box with the shirt and medal in it and a bottle of water. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. 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. Overall a terriffic time in a terriffic city. More than 24,000 runners take part in this event. Luxury Edinburgh hotel disheartened as guests 'have to buy earplugs' during stay. Men Records. Scottish International Marathon Men 1979-90. . Two young boys were spotted clinging on to the back of the bus as they recklessly made their way down Nicolson Street in Edinburgh during the school pick-up rush. mile along the River Ness to the finish at Bught Park in the centre of Inverness. 2023. From there, the route follows the lochs south eastern shore, heading By the time they had run two miles, this group was 100 yards clear of the next runner with the rest of the field starting to settle into their pace. Edinburgh Marathon 2018. nine of the most inspiring runners and moments, Edinburgh mum books 3k dream holiday to find hotel is nine-hour drive from airport, "An hour or so after booking I checked the distance from the airport to the hotel so I could arrange transport. Come for a course that is ripe for smashing those PBs and bask in the weekend's festival atmosphere. Well done Sarah Cumber, Tracy Brogan and Heather Sweeney. In all continental marathon races categories go at least until F/M 70, recently until F/M 80+. Currently it forms part of the Edinburgh Marathon Festival, usually in May. 17/3/85 The Barcelona marathon featured an international team match against top continental opposition. Just one of the inspiring stories from todays marathon. Hammy Cox and Alan Robson tackled the full distance; and Peter Fleming the Half Marathon. The route follows predominantly quiet B roads in Strathearn, starting and finishing at the Cultybraggan Camp just Inside abandoned Edinburgh school completely frozen in time with chairs laid out. Three miles into the marathon and the 3100 starters are spread out from the Mound back to Lothian Road. The route then stretches along Musselburgh Road before reaching Musselburgh Racecourse then on to Prestonpans, passing Cockenzie and Port Seton. This is the only marathon I've run (out of 28) which doesn't offer this. The Edinburgh Marathon is an annual marathon event, run in Scotland over the traditional distance of 42.195kilometers (26.219 mi). For other inquiries Contact Us. Gifted Edinburgh footballer in intensive care after 'sudden and severe accident'. Click on the link below to go to the official site of the race. Organisers ask runners and spectators to allow extra time to travel over the weekend and allow patience for bag searches and extra road closures. 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) Congrats to Ewan Cameron, Huber Rossi, and Gareth Jenkins. No electrolyte drinks were offered along the entire course. Edinburgh thief caught on CCTV stealing family heirloom on busy street. However, there are two things that runners of this race need to keep in mind before they toe the line. Foul-mouthed Midlothian neighbour caught on camera in vile drunken rant. 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. 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. Organiser. Scotland finished first team with three runners in the top six. All three counters were required. It's the second largest marathon in the UK, behind only the London Marathon and is set to raise over 4 million for charity. The first marathon was held in Edinburgh in 1982. Mile markers were well out in terms of accuracy and many around me measured the course as over the 26.1. Events have been going on all weekend, with the 5k, 10k and junior races taking place on Saturday. 30/9/84 The Glasgow Marathon included a match between (in finishing order) England v Scotland (did not finish) v five other countries. It goes a couple of miles further up Ravenheugh Road beyond the Prestongrange Mining Museum before looping around and heading back past Musselburgh Links, the famous golf course officially recognised by the Guinness Book of Records as the oldest golf course in the world. The first marathon event in Edinburgh was in 1982. It was the first mass marathon to be held in the Scottish city when it began on September 5 1982.. 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! Sorry about that! Reckless Edinburgh teens filmed bus surfing down busy main road through Old Town. Pluses - the crowd/helpers. The first three to finish were: Catalunya, Spain and Scotland. Two to count. 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. The current route begins in the city center, then moves out of Edinburgh into East Lothian, finishing at Musselburgh, East Lothian. 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. The Edinburgh Marathon is Scotlands most popular marathon. The first marathon was held in 2017 as the Stirling Scottish Marathon. If I had been a visitor from abroad I would have found it very disappointing, talk about not playing to your strengths. See below for the latest updates as results come in and winners are announced. You can check the results of the 2017 Edinburgh Marathon by logging onto www.edinburghmarathon.com. The Edinburgh Marathon was first staged in 1982 and has been an annual event since 2003. EMF Running Tours; Contact; Login/Enter; Congratulations to everyone who has completed Edinburgh Marathon Festival Virtual Challenge. After the race, all we received was another small water bottle and a single granola bar! they eventually answered one but when I again repeated my initial query, I never heard back. Colin Youngson did not finish. Craig and Don got into considerable difficulties and did well to finish on the new, tougher course. The route then stretches along Musselburgh Road before reaching Musselburgh Racecourse. Please let us know if any data is wrong or missing, by emailing us. 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 route reaches the village of Longniddry before reaching Gosford House, looping around and heading back past Musselburgh Links. Quick time text afterwards, pretty flat. When last seen she was wearing a blue jacket, black leggings and white trainers. 17/10/82 The Scotts Porage Oats Marathon in Glasgow, which was billed as the first Scottish Peoples Marathon, included a match between (in finishing order) England v Scotland v Wales. Home athlete Robert de Castella (on the right, pictured in in 1983) won the marathon - his first major title. Three to run, two to count. 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. 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. The Lingerwood development would create a sense of community in the old mining area. (Later in the decade, sponsorship was given by an American firm, and Scotland wetsuits as well as tracksuits, shorts, teeshirt and vest were handed out liberally). In 1986 the marathon was called the Commonwealth Games People's Marathon, a month before the Commonwealth Games. 27/9/81 The Aberdeen Marathon featured, in finishing order, England v Scotland v Wales. The top finishers in the men and women's categories were: Top 5, Edinburgh Marathon 2018, men. World's Marathons Gift Cards For Scotland, Don Macgregor finished 3rd in 2.21.52 (1st Vet); Evan Cameron 7th in 2.26.23; and Graham Milne 9th in 2.27.13. - Part 4, Vomitless Journey To The Start Line - Part Three, The Long And Winding Road To Edinburgh Marathon 2011 - Part 1, My Scottish Adventure (Edinburgh Marathon), Chickens, cheers and a painful second half: Embra 2011, Edinburgh Marathon 2010 - The Split-A-Doodle-Do's, McNewbie Finally Gets To The End Of Her 3rd Marathon Blog - Part 6, McNewbie's 3rd Marathon Wraps Up - Part 5, McNewbie Says 'Hosepipe Me, Baby!' 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. For Scotland, Jim Dingwall was 5th in 2.16.44 but Peter Wilson did not complete the course. This year's Edinburgh Marathon Festival has seen thousands of people pound the streets of the capital in the annual running challenge. Entries are open for Scotland's largest running festival . The world's best runners join around 30,000 fun runners every 12 months to take on the challenging 26 mile course. 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. It began in 2003 and has continually grown in popularity and stature, having just received a 97% satisfaction rating in a recent Runners World poll. 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. Further marathons were held in Edinburgh in 1986 and 1999. 1,761 Following. 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. Unfortunately the weather hasn't been kind for those brave souls taking on the challenge. At the finish, you cross a large metal flooring mat so make sure that you pick-up your feet because if you don't you could trip and end up with a gash. My main gripe is with the poor customer service pre-race. Australia's Robert de Castella broke the men's world record on December 6, 1981, at the Fukuoka Marathon, clocking a total time of 2:08:18. 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. For Scotland, Lindsay Robertson finished 6th in 2:2:18:02, Andy Daly was 10th (2:20:09) and Craig Ross 17th (2:22:26). This year's Edinburgh Marathon Festival has seen thousands of people pound the streets of the capital in the annual running challenge. card_giftcard. Tweets & replies. The route then stretches along Musselburgh Road before reaching Musselburgh Racecourse then on to Prestonpans, passing Cockenzie and Port Seton. Race winners since the first race in 2002 are: Edinburgh has hosted an annual marathon that has run each year since 2003. Visit website. For Scotland, Lindsay Robertson finished 6th in 2.16.15, Peter Wilson 21st in 2.21.42 and Colin Youngson 28th in 2.26.04. The part that goes along the coast has the most breathtaking view , and definitely a runners' favorite. This page lists the World Best Year Performances in the year 1982 in the Marathon for both men and women. Right outside the post-race bag pickup area were a group of X17 (I think) busses, full of runners, advertising trips to Regents Street for a pound. outside Comrie, with about 1500 feet of ascent. Always refer to the official website the latest race information. Do you have a story or video for The Scottish Sun Online? I accompanied friends to the marathon. Post race was busy and fun but the walk to the buses was awful! The Scottish team won, in front of Catalunya and Spain. Half on the Head (Kerryhead Half Marathon & 10k Run), Pride Run Phoenix Half Marathon | 10K | 5K, A Digital Gift Card With a Special Message. The first marathon event in Edinburgh was in 1982. Overall, it was a good race with good support and decent fan support. Likes. My partner saw me off near the start and due to the course being run eastwards out of the city, was there near the finish with no chance of seeing me en route. Edinburgh is usually obsessive about this so it's a mystery. Race was well organized and had 23k runners this year. The marathon finishes in playing fields at Pinkie St Peters Primary School. Welsh runners were: 13 Tegid Roberts 2:24:40, 18 Arwel Lewis 2:27:02 and 24 Dic Evans 2:29:29. Pope John Paul II waves to the crowd before he boards his helicopter at Turnhouse after the Papal visit to Scotland in May 1982. Scotland did not finish. After the atrocity in Manchester this week there will be an increased police presence and security at the event. This is a week filled with cultural and sports events. There is no shade along the course, and ours was a very sunny day. For Scotland, George Reynolds was 2nd (and SAAA champion) in 2.21.04, Charlie Haskett 4th (2.21.37) and Colin Youngson 6th (2.23.36). It then races on to picturesque East Lothian, along Scotlands golf coast which boasts 22 courses including some of the worlds oldest and most admired like North Berwick, Gullane and Muirfield. 22/7/1990 The Luton Marathon included a match between (in finishing order) Wales and Scotland. The current route was introduced in 2007 and begins in the city centre, moves out of Edinburgh into East Lothian, finishing at Musselburgh. . For Scotland, Fraser Clyne was 3rd in 2.19.58, Colin Youngson 4th in 2.21.03 and Peter Wilson 10th in 2.26.20. Paid 4 extra for a bus back to the City center. Temperature was 28C and spectators had hoses, gummies, drinks - you name it. 20/9/87 The last Glasgow Marathon did not include a true International team match. 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. For Scotland, Sam (or Ian) Graves finished tenth in 2:34:22; John Duffy 12th in 2.37.12; and Rod Bell 18th in 2.40.55. 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. There were food trucks charging an exorbitant price for food, but I did not run 26.2 miles with money in my pocket. Alan Robson did not finish. For Scotland, Colin Youngson finished 2nd in 2.23.58, Craig Ross was 12th in 2.38.14 and Don Ritchie 36th in 2.57. Edinburgh has hosted an annual marathon that has run each year since 2003. West Lothian dad of young woman abused by partner slams 'pathetic' sentence, Ryan Walker (23) had pled guilty to one charge under the Domestic Abuse Scotland Act 2018 and was handed a community sentence, West Lothian commuters face delays on M8 after two-vehicle crash. Photo: Denis Straughan . The Edinburgh Marathon is an annual marathon event, governed by Scottish Athletics and run in Scotland over the traditional distance of 42.195 kilometres (26.219 mi). It started in Holyrood Park and ended in . The Edinburgh Marathon is Scotland's most popular marathon. Overall, I'm glad that I ran this race as it was my first international marathon. Having run over 30 marathons in the U.S. and Europe, this was NOT one of my favorites. 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Currently it forms part oftheEdinburgh Marathon Festival, usually in May. - Part 4, McNewbie Resists Falling And Punching - Part 3, McNewbie's Steps Towards The 3rd Marathon Start Line - Part 2, Edinburgh is in Scotland so it shouldn't be this warm, Grilled, fried, baked and spat out, but happy, Marathon Blog: Saturday: from Catterick to Edinburgh, A grand day out at the Edinburgh marathon, Hades marathon (oh erm ok Edinburgh marathon), Smoutickle's first mara - Smout's most enjoyable race to date :), Brief Edinburgh Marathon blog - the 24.7 mile mara, Recent running and the build up to Edinburgh. New 1,000-home Midlothian village planned with shops and play parks. 1) There are no clocks on the course. Well done to Dan Tanui, Ollie Garrod and Tom Roche. It was the first mass marathon to be held in the Scottish city when it began on September 5 1982. NB Apparently, there was also a Half Marathon international at Livingston on 30 Aug. 1987. 31st May 2019. geordieNdog. It then races on to picturesque East Lothian, along Scotlands golf coast which boasts 22 courses including some of the worlds oldest and most admired like North Berwick, Gullane and Muirfield. Crowds were amazingits like everyone in every town and village along the way came out. 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.]. Here are nine of the most inspiring runners and moments from the Edinburgh Marathon festival. 18/10/81 The Glasgow International Marathon included a match between (in finishing order) Scotland v Wales v Northern Ireland v Eire. You can find all the info you need here. 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