Runners love it for its flat and fast course, the beauty of the ancient city and Antalyas world famous beach. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). It goes a couple of miles further up Ravenheugh Road beyond the Prestongrange Mining Museum before looping around and heading back past Musselburgh Links, the famous golf course officially recognised by the Guinness Book of Records as the oldest golf course in the world. The half marathon finishes in playing fields at Pinkie St Peters Primary School. Overall a terriffic time in a terriffic city. Organiser. The finishing order was: Wales, Scotland, Catalonia. Overall, I'm glad that I ran this race as it was my first international marathon. 28/9/80 The Aberdeen Marathon featured, in finishing order, England v Scotland v Wales v Northern Ireland. By the time they had run two miles, this group was 100 yards clear of the next runner with the rest of the field starting to settle into their pace. I accompanied friends to the marathon. Further information can be found on the official Edinburgh Marathon site. 29th Aug 2018. From the 5k to the marathon there is something for everyone, and this has been voted as the fastest marathon route in the UK. For Scotland, Dave Clark was 2nd in 2.18.01; and Colin Youngson 22nd in 2.30.42. Results; Shop. The first three to finish were: Catalunya, Spain and Scotland. Plus points - Flat, well organised, plenty of support, good water stations. Post race was busy and fun but the walk to the buses was awful! Well done Karl Darcy, Neil Renault and Billy Hobbs. Hammy Cox finished 6th (possibly in 2.18.05); Allan Adams may have run 2.26.32; and Colin Martin was the other Scottish team member. The Edinburgh Marathon takes place every year in Edinburgh, Scotland, usually in the month of May. Overall, it was a good race with good support and decent fan support. * Host nation ( Australia) Participation[ edit] Australia (70) Bahamas (6) Barbados (5) Bermuda (1) Botswana (6) Canada (57) Cayman Islands (2) Cyprus (7) Police confirmed that a recovery service was arranged for both drivers. In the US, most marathons offer water AND Gatorade every 2 miles or so. Scotland did not finish. The Edinburgh Marathon is an annual marathon event, run in Scotland over the traditional distance of 42.195kilometers (26.219 mi). Tweets. Breathless optimism. Organisers ask runners and spectators to allow extra time to travel over the weekend and allow patience for bag searches and extra road closures. A new village in Midlothian made up of 1,000 homes has been proposed by housing developers. The caption to the picture reads, 'Princes Street at 9am on a Sunday. Enter your name, race number, finish position, event, gender and category for your results. June 1988 The Nuremberg Marathon included an international contest featuring a Scottish team. Website. In the Edinburgh Marathon Festival 2023, the Full Marathon, Full Marathon Relay & Half Marathon have a POINT TO POINT course while all other races (10K, 5K, Junior 5K, Junior 2K, Junior 1.5K & Kids Kilometer have an OUT & BACK course with the below mentioned Start and Finish points: Prize Money A beloved Edinburgh pub is famous for its unique signage at its front doorwhich has divided tourists after a local shared a picture of it online. Reckless Edinburgh teens filmed bus surfing down busy main road through Old Town. The top finishers in the men and women's categories were: Top 5, Edinburgh Marathon 2018, men. Biggest joy came after the race however. World Athletics Events and Results. 18/5/86 Wales hosted a four nation fixture at Bridgend, which incorporated the Welsh Championship and a match between (in finishing order) England v Catalonia v Wales v Scotland. 13/3/83 Barcelona Marathon. Now the course is like an arrow pointing directly away from the city. MazH. You have already subscribed to our newsletter! marathon (held at Tullamore in conjunction with the Scotland v Denmark v Ireland Track and Field contest), featured a Marathon International match with two man teams from Ireland (1st), England (2nd), Wales (3rd) and Scotland (4th). All being said, the course is flat and fast with lots of support. Edinburgh edinburghmarathon.com Joined October 2012. Three to count. 20/9/87 The last Glasgow Marathon did not include a true International team match. Click on the link below to go to the official site of the race. 28/5/89 The Aberdeen Marathon included a match between (in finishing order) England v Scotland v Wales. There were food trucks charging an exorbitant price for food, but I did not run 26.2 miles with money in my pocket. Home athlete Robert de Castella (on the right, pictured in in 1983) won the marathon - his first major title. Loyal customers flocked to wish them well. The hotel guest said that they loved their stay for the location, staff and the comfy bed but that it was ruined by loud noise coming from The Liquid Room nightclub. In Edinburgh, we were given a 10 Oz water bottle only every three miles and a few liquidy High-5 gels late in the race. For Scotland, Peter Wilson was 6th in 2.21.53 and Don Ritchie 9th in 2.25.20. north east towards Dores on the northern tip of the loch. When last seen she was wearing a blue jacket, black leggings and white trainers. For Scotland, Charlie McIntyre finished 4th in 2.26.50, Don Ritchie 7th in 2.31.00, and Doug Cowie 10th in 2.32.55. acceptable for rankings but not for records. The next two Scots to finish were Aberdeens Graham Milne (7th in 2.24.47) and Clyde Valleys Joe Small (9th in 2.25.57.). For Scotland, Colin Youngson finished 2nd in 2.23.58, Craig Ross was 12th in 2.38.14 and Don Ritchie 36th in 2.57. After the atrocity in Manchester this week there will be an increased police presence and security at the event. Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. Hammy Cox and Alan Robson tackled the full distance; and Peter Fleming the Half Marathon. Further marathons were held in Edinburgh in 1986 and 1999. Former Edinburgh Hearts youth star sets up charity to get 'kids off the streets'. There was nothing from start to finish which I found highly annoying as I had no idea how I was doing time-wise. Colin Youngson did not finish. Merlene Ottey won gold, silver and relay bronze in the sprints for Jamaica. Why can't the council enforce a bus lanes only policy around the finish for one measly afternoon? View our online Press Pack. For Scotland, Colin Youngson finished 4th in 2.27.56, Allan Adams was 5th (and first veteran) in 2.29.10, Doug Cowie 8th in 2.34.37 and Don Ritchie 9th in 2.36.53. The drop in the course route makes it a downhill course, ineligible for rankings. Once you leave the city and run east, it gets quite dreary. For Scotland, Colin Youngson was 4th in 2.19.12, Des Austin 5th in 2.19.19 and Alastair Macfarlane 6th in 2.21.01. This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. I have read and accept World's Marathons Terms of Service and Privacy Policy and consent to the processing of personal data. Just head to the roundabout and then walk uphill'. The Edinburgh Marathon starts in London and Regent Road before passing by Holyrood Palace. The 55-year-old pled guilty to numerous charges on Wednesday. 31st May 2019. geordieNdog. 19/9/82 - The Aberdeen Marathon featured a match between (in finishing order) Wales v Scotland v England v Northern Ireland. The world's best runners join around 30,000 fun runners every 12 months to take on the challenging 26 mile course. EDINBURGH. I would have run with a watch if I'd known this would be the case. The Edinburgh Marathon is an annual marathon event, run in Scotland over the traditional distance of 42.195kilometers (26.219 mi). Email us atscottishsundigital@news.co.ukor call 0141 420 5266, News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. Three miles into the marathon and the 3100 starters are spread out from the Mound back to Lothian Road. It was the first mass marathon to be held in the Scottish city when it began on September 5 1982.. A man who had his belongings stolen from a parked van on Leith Walk is appealing with the public, after a family heirloom in one of his bags was taken - with the thief spotted on CCTV. The Scottish team was presented with specially inscribed SAAA gold medals. For other inquiries Contact Us. Two counters were required. Three to count. View all races for May 2023. For Scotland, Mike Carroll won in 2.18.41; Scott MacDonald (Swindon) was second in 2.22.01; and Murray McNaught tenth in 2.27.54. Well done to Melanie Wilkins, Megan Crawford and Carys Hughes. proposed to his girlfriend just before the finishing line and she said yes! (Later in the decade, sponsorship was given by an American firm, and Scotland wetsuits as well as tracksuits, shorts, teeshirt and vest were handed out liberally). Pick a different race if you want to see how you did! Mile markers were well out in terms of accuracy and many around me measured the course as over the 26.1. Full marathon, half marathon, Hairy Haggis Team Relay, 10k, 5k, or Junior Races - the Edinburgh Marathon Festival has races for all ages. Men Records. Crowds were amazingits like everyone in every town and village along the way came out. 16/9/84 The Aberdeen Marathon included a match between (in finishing order) England v Scotland v Eire v Northern Ireland. 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My partner saw me off near the start and due to the course being run eastwards out of the city, was there near the finish with no chance of seeing me en route. Remember to track your run with an app of your choice. Fortunately there's light at the end of the tunnel - those that reach the finish line will be handed free strawberries. 1 It then races on to picturesque East Lothian, along Scotlands golf coast which boasts 22 courses including some of the worlds oldest and most admired like North Berwick, Gullane and Muirfield. - Part 4, McNewbie Resists Falling And Punching - Part 3, McNewbie's Steps Towards The 3rd Marathon Start Line - Part 2, Edinburgh is in Scotland so it shouldn't be this warm, Grilled, fried, baked and spat out, but happy, Marathon Blog: Saturday: from Catterick to Edinburgh, A grand day out at the Edinburgh marathon, Hades marathon (oh erm ok Edinburgh marathon), Smoutickle's first mara - Smout's most enjoyable race to date :), Brief Edinburgh Marathon blog - the 24.7 mile mara, Recent running and the build up to Edinburgh. The Edinburgh Half Marathon starts in London and Regent Road before passing by the historic Holyrood Palace, which has served as the principal residence of the Kings and Queens of Scots since the 16th century. There is no expo so if you forgot something, you are out of luck. Another move made to appeal to top runners is the chance for a free entry if you can run a marathon below 2:40. McGhee was heard shouting extremely distressing racist and sexist language by fellow neighbours over a period of nine days before the police intervened. The island course was a tough, undulating one. Full page from Evening News with photograph of runners along Princes Street in heavy rain and below listing of named runners. John Fairgrieve was team manager. See below for the latest updates as results come in and winners are announced. In 1986 the marathon was called the Commonwealth Games People's Marathon, a month before the Commonwealth Games. Just one of the inspiring stories from todays marathon. Come for a course that is ripe for smashing those PBs and bask in the weekend's festival atmosphere. 17/10/82 The Scotts Porage Oats Marathon in Glasgow, which was billed as the first Scottish Peoples Marathon, included a match between (in finishing order) England v Scotland v Wales. [Certainly, as far as the Welsh team was concerned, this was an international match and Scotland won clearly with a total of 3 points (1st and 2nd places)]. Scottish International Marathon Men 1979-90. The Edinburgh Marathon was first staged in 1982 and has been an annual event since 2003. Sorry! The first marathon event in Edinburgh was in 1982 and since 2003 the Edinburgh Marathon Festival has been held each year, usually in May. John Fairgrieve was team manager. 27/9/81 The Aberdeen Marathon featured, in finishing order, England v Scotland v Wales. This year promises to be the biggest yet as hundreds of spectators are expected to line the route in its 15th year. The world's best runners join around 30,000 fun runners every 12 months to take on the challenging 26 mile course. The very nice driver informed me that the pre-paid shuttle area that I had booked through the EMF race registration was a '15 minute walk away. It began in 2003 and has continually grown in popularity and stature, having just received a 97% satisfaction rating in a recent Runner's World poll. The course begins in the city center at Potterow, then moves out of Edinburgh into East Lothian, finishing at Pinkie Playing Fields, Musselburgh. The first marathon event in Edinburgh was in 1982 and since 2003 the Edinburgh Marathon Festival has been held each year, usually in May. 43. Since 2003 the Edinburgh Marathon Festival has been held each year, usually in May. Results & Photos Results About Not just a race, but an entire running festival. The route is thus both flat and nice and scenic, and it manages to attract both elite runners and runners with less ambitious goals than winning. Media. ", Amazon attempt to clamp down on illegal use of Fire Sticks by users. Jim Dingwall of Scotland won in 2.16.07. Glasgow (Daly and Robertson) won an Inter-City contest, beating Cardiff and Dublin. Edinburgh Marathon / Erin's Half Marathon. Opposite the palace you will see the Scottish Parliament Building at Holyrood within the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Central Edinburgh. It runs through Holyrood Park in the shadow of Arthurs Seat before racing by Meadowbank Sports Stadium, scene of former Commonwealth Games glory for runners such as Liz McColgan. 2023. 2023. One more heartwarming story! The current route was introduced They should design an out and back course so the buses are not necessary. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. Edinburgh has hosted an annual marathon that has run each year since 2003. There is no record of the third Scot who dropped out, unless Scotland only sent two runners. Three to count. EMF Running Tours; Contact; Login/Enter; Congratulations to everyone who has completed Edinburgh Marathon Festival Virtual Challenge. Paid 4 extra for a bus back to the City center. It started in Holyrood Park and ended in Meadowbank Stadium. For Scotland, Terry Mitchell was 2nd in 2.24.53, Rob Hall 2.29.35 and Colin Youngson 7th (and first veteran) in 2.31.23. Mike Carroll from Annan & District (2.18.24) finished 6th, with Don Macgregor (2.19.36) 10th (and first veteran yet again). Do you have a story or video for The Scottish Sun Online? The organizer will provide a link where you'll be able to submit your result. It began in 2003 and has continually grown in popularity and stature, having just received a 97% satisfaction rating in a recent Runners World poll. From Dores, the race heads directly into the centre of Inverness, turning left over the main road bridge and left again for the last half Parking at the start and finish lines are restricted so bosses are asking those attending to plan their travel in advance and use public transport. (Northern Ireland, Eire and Spain also ran.) Half on the Head (Kerryhead Half Marathon & 10k Run), Pride Run Phoenix Half Marathon | 10K | 5K, A Digital Gift Card With a Special Message. The bus stop however is about 25 mins walk away from the finishing line. For Scotland, Frank Harper finished 7th in 2.29.49; the other Scots were Doug Hunter and Keith Lyall. Enjoy one of the most panoramic races of the Planet. If I'd had a pound on me I would have just gotten onboard. Alastair Macfarlane and Colin Martin did not finish. The marathon finishes in playing fields at Pinkie St Peters Primary School. This page lists the World Best Year Performances in the year 1982 in the Marathon for both men and women. Ryan Mitchell completed the marathon in 3hrs 50 mins - but he has another reason to celebrate. Edinburgh thief caught on CCTV stealing family heirloom on busy street. There was not a banana, not a bagel, nothing! The course is fast and flat with most of the course run along the coastline. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Glasgow Marathon, 1983,with Murray McNaught , Jim Brown , Andy Daly, Charlie Haskett, Evan Cameron and Don Macgregor. It also boasts some great sites along the way.Since 2007, the Edinburgh Marathon has featured a fast and flat course called the fastest Marathon route in the UK, as the former course had become infamous for its hilly appearance. There are no phone numbers and the only way to contact is by emails - which are never answered! If I had been a visitor from abroad I would have found it very disappointing, talk about not playing to your strengths. In 2020, it will revert back to its The course goes more or less around the island, alongside the coast, with spectacular views over the Atlantic ocean. Craig and Don got into considerable difficulties and did well to finish on the new, tougher course. Published by Fetcheveryone Ltd. 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Team Perth High School have been raising money for the Teenage Cancer Trust. Runners taking on the challenging 26 mile course, Athletes take in the city's sights as they race round the course, Spectators gather to cheer on the runners during the race. Likes. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. Ran a big stretch along the water. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Edinburgh Marathon / Erin's Half Marathon, Edinburgh Marathon Part 1 - Marathon Sisters, Week 6: 23rd-29th January. another boring training blog (and a little overdue), Edinburgh Marathon - Splits And Final Notes (Honest, I Stop At Part 6, lol), McNewbie And Smileybob's Edinburgh MaraFun! The YETI BIKE RACE Nepal, around the Annapurna Tour, crossing the highest rideable pass in the world at 5416m over sea level. Three to run, two to count. 30th May 2022. nine of the most inspiring runners and moments, Edinburgh mum books 3k dream holiday to find hotel is nine-hour drive from airport, "An hour or so after booking I checked the distance from the airport to the hotel so I could arrange transport. . Three to run and three to count. Two young boys were spotted clinging on to the back of the bus as they recklessly made their way down Nicolson Street in Edinburgh during the school pick-up rush. Race winners since the first race in 2002 are: Edinburgh has hosted an annual marathon that has run each year since 2003. It then turns north, along Lochend Road and Leith Links before reaching Portobello Promenade for some cooling seaside air where runners can enjoy spectacular views of East Lothian and across the to the Kingdom of Fife. The route then stretches along Musselburgh Road before reaching Musselburgh Racecourse then on to Prestonpans, passing Cockenzie and Port Seton. Really?! - but I acknowledge and agree with the comments that have been made about the long trek back to the buses on tired, Marathon legs. It then turns north, along Lochend Road and Leith Links before reaching Portobello Promenade. For Scotland, Peter Fleming finished third in 65:13; Charlie Haskett fourth in 66.26; and Hammy Cox 13th in 70.16. We take a look at the 2017 Edinburgh Marathon and the Edinburgh Marathon Festival and tell you everything you need to know about this top sporting event. Runners will be assigned one of two starting spots, London Road or Regent Road. Having run over 30 marathons in the U.S. and Europe, this was NOT one of my favorites. Pluses - the crowd/helpers. Distinct lack of sports drinks this year, in fact I saw none - only gels which I hate Why no free programme in your goodie bag? There is no food at the finish! For Scotland, Don Macgregor finished 3rd in 2.21.52 (1st Vet); Evan Cameron 7th in 2.26.23; and Graham Milne 9th in 2.27.13. The marathon finishes in playing fields at Pinkie St Peters Primary School. The Edinburgh Marathon was first staged in 1982 and has been an annual event since 2003. Edinburgh Marathon Information by MarathonGuide.com - the complete marathon resource and community. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click here. Events have been going on all weekend, with the 5k, 10k and junior races taking place on Saturday. Edinburgh Marathon It is also more than a sports event. The route then stretches along Musselburgh Road before reaching Musselburgh Racecourse. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. KnarvikMila is more than one race and more than a single distance. Edinburgh police swoop on 'disturbance' near school as man arrested. The marathon starts in the City center and then leaves Edinburgh. As costs for youth football is continuing to rise, former Edinburgh Hearts under 18s player Dean Philip is raising money to help those who need it most with football matches. - Part 4, Vomitless Journey To The Start Line - Part Three, The Long And Winding Road To Edinburgh Marathon 2011 - Part 1, My Scottish Adventure (Edinburgh Marathon), Chickens, cheers and a painful second half: Embra 2011, Edinburgh Marathon 2010 - The Split-A-Doodle-Do's, McNewbie Finally Gets To The End Of Her 3rd Marathon Blog - Part 6, McNewbie's 3rd Marathon Wraps Up - Part 5, McNewbie Says 'Hosepipe Me, Baby!' For Scotland, Fraser Clyne was 3rd in 2.19.58, Colin Youngson 4th in 2.21.03 and Peter Wilson 10th in 2.26.20. The pre-2007 courses were compliant. . Well done to Dan Tanui, Ollie Garrod and Tom Roche. A total of 39 events were contested, 23 for men and 16 for women athletes. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. It races by Meadowbank Sports Stadium, scene of former Commonwealth Games in 1970 & 1986 and glory for runners such as Lachie Stewart and Liz McColgan. Registered in England and Wales 10548808. Course was flat and very scenic. they eventually answered one but when I again repeated my initial query, I never heard back. 24/5/87 The Aberdeen Marathon included a match between (in finishing order) England v Scotland v Wales. Temperature was 28C and spectators had hoses, gummies, drinks - you name it. . Early comments aboout the hill have been accommodated, leading to what is now one of the flattest marathon courses, making the Edinburgh Marathon an excellent race for obtaining a personal best. The bus farrago described by many is still happening - a half hour walk through busy streets to find the bus home after running 26 miles. The race information has been found on the official website of the event or through publicly available sources. NB Apparently, there was also a Half Marathon international at Livingston on 30 Aug. 1987. Yes, you can find out your time and overall place, but you cannot find out how many were in the race, your gender, your age grooup, so you may have been 42nd of 2000 or last place - there is no way to tell and they will not respond. Edinburgh Marathon 2018. EH8 9AL. It then runs through Holyrood Park in the shadow of Arthurs Seat, an extinct volcano. Edinburgh Part 2 - the running part. Show Results Position (Overall) Position (Category) Name Number Club Chip Time Gun Time; 555: 14 55M: Kevin Dessoy 1942 Holmfirth Harriers AC: 03:10:42: 03:11:22: Expand Position (Category) 14 (55M) Club Holmfirth Harriers AC Gun Time 03:11:22 2261: 39 45F: Nicky Ottaway 8849 Holmfirth Harriers AC: 03:47:27: 03:55:38: Expand Position (Category) An urban explorer has shown inside the walls of one of Edinburghs abandoned schools, giving viewers an insight into the creepy building which has lain empty since 2010. 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