20 Along the Forth 2023
From Blast Running
- Date Sun 26th March 2023
- Time 09:00
- Location Edinburgh, Midlothian
- Price £26.00
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Join Blast Running for the exciting 20 Along the Forth event on Sunday 26th March 2023 in Edinburgh, Midlothian. This 20 mile race is the perfect training opportunity for those gearing up for a Spring Marathon in 2023. The route offers a mix of tarmac and farm roads, with a manageable overall climb of 1094ft and no major hills to conquer. Starting in Cramond, runners will pass through Dalmeny Estate, South Queensferry, and over the iconic Forth Road Bridge before returning to Cramond. With water stations at miles 8, 12, and 18.5, as well as the option to carry your own hydration, participants are well taken care of. This fundraising event for The MS Society will have a maximum of 300 entries, divided into three starting groups based on expected completion times. Don't miss out on this scenic and challenging race experience!
20 Along the Forth 2023
Sun 26th March 2023
Organiser's Description
20 Along the Forth, 26th March 2023
* This beautiful 20 mile event is perfect training for runners taking part in a 2023 Spring Marathon.
* The route is on approx 50% tarmac and 50% farm roads. It is undulating (1094ft of overall climb) but there are no ‘big’ hills to tackle.
* The route starts in Cramond and takes you through Dalmeny Estate then out into the town of South Queensferry and up and over the Forth Road Bridge before heading back to Cramond.
* Please note that there are no road closures for this race.
* There will be water stations at miles 8, 12 and 18.5 which will have water and Active Route sports drink. You are encouraged to run with your own water carrier and to fill this up.
* The route will be marked and there will be marshals on the course but the final responsibility is with the runner. The Strava map will be shared with you well in advance of the race.
* It is a fundraising event for The MS Society and 25% of your entry goes to the charity.
* 300 maximum entries
There are 3 starting groups:
8.30am for runners who intend to run the route with some walk breaks and may take 4 to 4.5 hours.
(please be aware that some marshal points may be unmanned for this wave however the route will still have been marked and no orientation skills are required, just observation skills!).
9am for runners who are aiming between 3-4 hours for completion
9.30am for runners who are aiming for less than 3 hours completion time.
* This beautiful 20 mile event is perfect training for runners taking part in a 2023 Spring Marathon.
* The route is on approx 50% tarmac and 50% farm roads. It is undulating (1094ft of overall climb) but there are no ‘big’ hills to tackle.
* The route starts in Cramond and takes you through Dalmeny Estate then out into the town of South Queensferry and up and over the Forth Road Bridge before heading back to Cramond.
* Please note that there are no road closures for this race.
* There will be water stations at miles 8, 12 and 18.5 which will have water and Active Route sports drink. You are encouraged to run with your own water carrier and to fill this up.
* The route will be marked and there will be marshals on the course but the final responsibility is with the runner. The Strava map will be shared with you well in advance of the race.
* It is a fundraising event for The MS Society and 25% of your entry goes to the charity.
* 300 maximum entries
There are 3 starting groups:
8.30am for runners who intend to run the route with some walk breaks and may take 4 to 4.5 hours.
(please be aware that some marshal points may be unmanned for this wave however the route will still have been marked and no orientation skills are required, just observation skills!).
9am for runners who are aiming between 3-4 hours for completion
9.30am for runners who are aiming for less than 3 hours completion time.
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