Bluebell Trail Run
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Event summary
This year's event is not just about running—it's a fantastic opportunity to support MYPAS, a vital charity that offers essential services to help children and young people navigate issues like problematic alcohol and drug use, bereavement, anxiety, and more. With free, confidential, and tailored support, MYPAS is making a significant impact in the community. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and philanthropy at the Bluebell Trail Run, and help make a difference while enjoying the stunning natural beauty of Dalkeith!
Bluebell Trail Run
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Races
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10k Trail race
Entries closed£20.00
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1k Trail Race
Children aged 5 years and younger MUST be accompanied by an adult, who runs for free
Entries closed£5.00
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5k Trail Race
Entries closed£16.00
Event information
https://www.bluebelltrail.co.uk/course-maps.html
Beautiful course, the 5 k is quite flat until after the bluebell fields then you tackle Heartbreak Hill! Then a short run to the finish. The 10k follows the same course then continues on more challenging terrain to the finish.
Trail shoes recommended.
The 1k is suitable for children under 12 and children under 5 must have an adult with them, who runs for free.
All finishers receive a bespoke medal.
Category winners trophies and school team prize.
The race village includes free event parking, catering, toilets, baggage tent, first aid; warm up.
There is nearby public transport.
The park has cafes, shops, extensive walking and a children's' adventure playground.
Cars can also enter and must exit The Park via Town Gate which can be found on Dalkeith High Street. Postcode for your Sat Nav is EH22 2NA. The What3words for this entrance are:///uptown.cactus.takeovers
If you’re travelling from Edinburgh to Dalkeith, jump on a Lothian Bus number 3 to Dalkeith High Street. Dalkeith Country Park is then a short five to 10-minute walk away. For up to date bus routes and timetables please check Lothian Buses.
The main pedestrian entrance to The Park is Town Gate (postcode EH22 2NA). You can then follow the footpath into The Park.
There are regular trains from the Borders and Edinburgh City Centre to Eskbank Station, a 25 minute walk from The Park. Or jump on the number 46 Lothian Bus from Tesco Hardengreen to Dalkeith High Street. From Dalkeith High Street it’ll take about five to 10 minutes to walk to The Park.
Organiser's description
The event was established in 2018.
There is a 1 k family run, a 5k and a 10k.
This event is a fundraiser in support of MYPAS, a charity providing free services to help children and young people deal with problematic alcohol and drug use, bereavement, anxiety, depression and self-harm, and LGBTQ+ through counselling, art therapy, groups, one-to-one support and having a supportive presence, and through the Schools Counselling services.
MYPAS services are free, confidential, welcoming and tailored to each individual child or young person's needs.
Location
Town Gate Road, Dalkeith, EH22 1, United Kingdom
Bluebell Trail Run
Bluebell Trail Run
1 k family run, 5k trail race and 10k trail race. Bluebell Trail Run, Sunday 11th May 2025 in Dalkeith Country Park, Midlothian. Event established in 2018. All finishers receive a bespoke medal. Winners trophies and school team prize. Fundraiser in support of MYPAS, a charity providing free services to help children and young people deal with problematic alcohol and drug use, bereavement, anxiety, depression and self-harm, and LGBTQ+, through counselling, art therapy, groups, one-to-one support and having a supportive presence, and through the Schools Counselling services. MYPAS services are confidential, welcoming and tailored to each individual child or young person's needs. Beautiful setting. The race village includes free event parking, catering, toilets, baggage tent, first aid; warm up. There is nearby public transport. The park has a cafe and restaurant, shops, extensive walking and a children's' adventure playground.
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