20 Along the Forth 2026
From Blast Running
- Date Sat 21st March 2026
- Time 08:30
- Location Edinburgh, Midlothian
- Price £27.50
- Races 1 race
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Event summary
Not only is 20 Along the Forth a fantastic race, but it's also a meaningful fundraising event for The MS Society Scotland, with hopes to raise over £20,000 this year. Each mile you run contributes to vital research and services for those living with multiple sclerosis, making every step count! With wave starts based on your running goals and well-placed water stations at miles 5.5 and 14.5, the event is designed for runners aged 17 and up, accommodating a maximum of
20 Along the Forth 2026
Sat 21st March 2026
Organiser's Description
This isn’t just another training race, it’s also a fundraising event for The MS Society Scotland. Every mile you run helps support vital research and services for people living with multiple sclerosis.
The route begins at Cargilfield School, then winds through the scenic Dalmeny Estate, into South Queensferry and across the iconic Forth Road Bridge before heading back to Barnton. Expect around 75% tarmac and 25% runnable estate roads with 1,150ft of overall undulation. Don’t worry—there are no big hills! Please note there are no road closures for this event.
Water stations will be at miles 5.5 and 14.5.
The route is fully marked and marshalled.
EVENT INFO
Location
Start & registration: Cargilfield School, 45 Gamekeeper’s Road, Barnton, Edinburgh
Distance & Age Limits
20 miles: Ages 17+
Entry Limit
Maximum 1,000 runners
Wave Starts
8:30am: runners aiming for 4 – 4.5 hours
9:00am: runners aiming for 3 – 4 hours
9:30am: runners aiming for under 3 hours
Charity Partner
The MS Society Scotland – This event was started in 2019 as a fundraiser and awareness builder for The MS Society, a disease Race Director Cat’s mother died with in 2013. Did you know that Scotland has the highest incidence rate of Multiple Sclerosis? This year we hope to break £20,000 in donations!
Route & Safety
Fully marked and marshalled
Water stations at miles 5.5, 12 and 14.5
Races
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20 Miles Individual Entry
£27.50
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Route and elevation
* The route is on approx 75% tarmac and 50% runnable 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.
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