My Name'5 Doddie Foundation 5K, 10K and kids 950m
From Blast Running
- Date Sun 8th June 2025
- Time 10:00
- Location Edinburgh, Midlothian
- Price £2.00 - £21.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
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Event summary
Join us for the My Name'5 Doddie Foundation 5K, 10K, and kids' 950m run on Sunday, June 8, 2025, in beautiful Edinburgh, Midlothian! Organized by Blast Running, this exciting event promises a gloriously flat waterside route along the scenic banks of the Firth of Forth, making it perfect for runners of all levels. Kick off the morning at 10 AM with a special 950m race for kids, celebrating Edinburgh's 900th birthday and a local primary school’s 50th anniversary. Every child will receive a medal, and there will be a delightful home baking stall hosted by the school to enjoy!
For parents and older siblings, lace up for the 5K (for ages 11 and up) or the 10K (for ages 15 and up) and run alongside Scottish rugby legends like Scott Hastings! This is not just a race; it’s an opportunity to support the My Name'5 Doddie Foundation while enjoying a fantastic community atmosphere. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a first-timer, remember: your race, your pace! Don’t miss out on this inspiring day filled with camaraderie and fun
For parents and older siblings, lace up for the 5K (for ages 11 and up) or the 10K (for ages 15 and up) and run alongside Scottish rugby legends like Scott Hastings! This is not just a race; it’s an opportunity to support the My Name'5 Doddie Foundation while enjoying a fantastic community atmosphere. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a first-timer, remember: your race, your pace! Don’t miss out on this inspiring day filled with camaraderie and fun
My Name'5 Doddie Foundation 5K, 10K and kids 950m
Sun 8th June 2025
Organiser's Description
Are you looking for a 5K or 10K to enter? Come join us on this gloriously flat waterside route on Sunday 8th June at 10am and complete your challenge with other runners who will support you and inspire you to reach the finish line.
What is Blast Running?
We are a running community based in Edinburgh which brings runners together for chip timed events.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Where is this run?
Our My Name'5 Doddie Foundation 5k and 10k is at Gypsy Brae Rec Ground, by Silverknowes, Edinburgh. It runs along the beautiful banks of the Firth of Forth.
We’re starting the morning with a 950m event for the kids.
Why 950m?
The first 900m is for Edinburgh’s 900th birthday year and final 50m sprint is to celebrate one of our local primary school’s 50th anniversary. We're fundraising for their playground renovation and the school will host a home baking stall.
All kids will receive a medal!
And for the parents and older siblings.. join Blast Running and legends of Scottish Rugby for either a 5K (over 11s) or 10K(over 15s) run. Raise money for the My Name’5 Doddie Foundation and get the chance to run alongside Scott Hastings and other sporting heroes!
10am kids 950m
10.15am 5K and 10K
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Open to all runners, your race your pace!
What is Blast Running?
We are a running community based in Edinburgh which brings runners together for chip timed events.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Where is this run?
Our My Name'5 Doddie Foundation 5k and 10k is at Gypsy Brae Rec Ground, by Silverknowes, Edinburgh. It runs along the beautiful banks of the Firth of Forth.
We’re starting the morning with a 950m event for the kids.
Why 950m?
The first 900m is for Edinburgh’s 900th birthday year and final 50m sprint is to celebrate one of our local primary school’s 50th anniversary. We're fundraising for their playground renovation and the school will host a home baking stall.
All kids will receive a medal!
And for the parents and older siblings.. join Blast Running and legends of Scottish Rugby for either a 5K (over 11s) or 10K(over 15s) run. Raise money for the My Name’5 Doddie Foundation and get the chance to run alongside Scott Hastings and other sporting heroes!
10am kids 950m
10.15am 5K and 10K
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Open to all runners, your race your pace!
Races
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5k
Price Includes a £1 Donation to the My Name'5 Doddie Foundation
£13.00
Scottish Athletics (SA) save £2.00
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10k
Price Includes a £1 Donation to the My Name'5 Doddie Foundation
£21.00
Scottish Athletics (SA) save £2.00
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Kids 950m Event
All Proceeds Go to Cramond Primary School Fundraiser for Their Playground Upgrade.
£2.00
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My Name'5 Doddie Foundation 5K, 10K and kids 950m
