Dalmeny Estate Trail Half Marathon

5.0 · 1 review
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From Blast Running

  • Date Sun 12th October 2025
  • Location South Queensferry, West Lothian
  • Price £28.00
  • Races 1 race
  • Distances Half Marathon

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Dalmeny Estate Trail Half Marathon, organized by Blast Running! On Sunday, 12th October 2025, join fellow runners in the picturesque South Queensferry, West Lothian, for a beautiful autumn trail running event that promises to delight both seasoned trail enthusiasts and adventurous newcomers.

This stunning half marathon features a diverse route that winds through the breathtaking landscapes of Dalmeny Estate and Cammo Nature Reserve, showcasing wooded trails, riverside paths, and charming farm tracks. With a total ascent of under 1,000 feet, the course strikes the perfect balance between challenge and enjoyment. Participants can expect excellent amenities, including two water stations along the route, friendly marshals, and qualified first aiders for added safety. Everyone will receive a finisher's medal, and prizes will be awarded to the top male and female runners in all age categories. Plus, there will be food and drink available in the finish area to celebrate your achievement! Mark your calendar for this fantastic event and enjoy a memorable day of trail running while supporting the South Queensferry RNLI. Don’t miss your chance to experience the Dalmeny Half Marathon – it’s a must-add to your autumn race calendar!

Dalmeny Estate Trail Half Marathon

Sun 12th October 2025

A group of participants, all male and dressed in various athletic gear, are running in a road race. The runner in a blue top and black shorts is in the center, while other runners are visible in the background and foreground. Trees and a wooden fence line the route. Two women cross the finish line of a race, holding hands and raising their arms in celebration. They wear race bibs numbered 89 and 99. A person in a blue jacket stands to the side, clapping. The background features greenery and a few other participants. A woman wearing glasses and a red jacket with a bright orange "Kipsta" vest smiles as she handles medals at an outdoor event. A large orange sign reading "MEDALS" is visible in front of her. Other participants and a blue tent can be seen in the background. Three women in athletic gear, smiling and posing for a selfie outdoors after a running event. Two wear red running vests and race bibs, while one wears sunglasses and a blue-red cap. Greenery is visible in the background. A woman with long blonde hair in a ponytail, wearing a black cap, sleeveless top, and earbuds, runs outdoors through a green, sunlit area. She has a visible arm tattoo and a race bib pinned to her shirt. A smiling runner in a green shirt makes a hand gesture while running outdoors, with other runners blurred in the background. The runner has braided hair and looks energetic and happy. Three women wearing race bibs run together on a sunny path, smiling and chatting. They are dressed in athletic gear, surrounded by green foliage and grass, with another runner visible in the background. Two women smile and wave while running outdoors. One wears sunglasses and a white running vest, the other wears a blue cap and hydration vest. Green foliage is blurred in the background. A woman wearing an orange and blue running outfit waves while running outdoors on a sunny day, with greenery and flowers in the background. A man in a colorful tie-dye tank top, blue shorts, and running shoes jogs on a rural gravel path surrounded by greenery, wearing a headband and race bib number 209.

Organiser's Description

Join us on Sunday 12th October 2025 for the Dalmeny Half Marathon – a stunning autumn trail running event in Edinburgh, perfect for seasoned trail runners and adventurous first-timers alike.

Explore a scenic and varied route featuring a perfect mix of wooded trails, riverside paths and farm tracks around Dalmeny Estate and Cammo Nature Reserve. With a few wee undulations (less than 1,000ft of total ascent), this course offers just the right amount of challenge in a breathtaking setting.

What to Expect:

Open to all runners - approx 400 participants

2 water stations along the route

Friendly marshals and qualified first aiders on the course

Finisher's medal for everyone

Prizes for 1st Male and Female in all age categories

Food and drink available at the finish area

Fundraiser in support of South Queensferry RNLI

Event t-shirts and hoodies available to pre-order or buy on the day

Race Details:

Where: Longcraigs Scout Hall, South Queensferry – just 1 mile from Dalmeny Rail Station

Don’t miss out on this friendly and well-organised trail running event near Edinburgh. Whether you're aiming for a PB or just soaking in the views, the Dalmeny Half Marathon is one to add to your autumn race calendar.

Races

  • Dalmeny Estate Trail Half Marathon

    £28.00

    Scottish Athletics (SA) save £2.00

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5.0

1 review

DM
Dij

·8 days ago

Really cool, varied route, with lots to look at as you're running. Didn't follow the same route out and back. Much more intimate than some of the big races,

Location

Longcraig Road, South Queensferry, EH30 9, United Kingdom

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