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Runners taking part in Edinburgh Marathon Festival

About the challenge

Date: Sunday, 25 May 2025
Location: Edinburgh
Event distance: 13.1 miles
Fundraising target: £350 (£30 registration fee) 

The PB potential on this fabulously flat and fast route is high! If you are planning the EMF Half as your first half-marathon, you will be pleasantly surprised to discover that the course starts on a downhill, then flattens out all the way to the finish line. Starting at Potterrow in Edinburgh, this route hits many iconic venues of Edinburgh before making its way to Musselburgh, where you will experience the roar of the crowds on the finish straight. Wearing your medal, and finisher's t-shirt, you can soak up the festival atmosphere at the finish area surrounded by your friends and family.

How we support you

We're with you every step of the way towards event day with advice and information so you can just focus on your training and fundraising. We'll also provide:

  • Our fundraising pack to help you achieve your target
  • Runners pack including our eco-friendly running top
  • WWF Team Panda Facebook Group to meet fellow runners and share tips
  • WWF training day in The Living Planet Centre
  • Online training hub to help you prepare safely for your challenge