Edinburgh marathon 2012

The UK's fastest marathon

An ideal first marathon or a great chance to beat your personal best!

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Event information

  • When:27 May 2012 at 9:50AM
  • Location:London Road
  • Postcode:EH7 6AE

What next?

  1. Sign up by clicking on the button on this page
  2. Once you have confirmed your place, complete our online form to order your welcome pack and setup your online fundraising page.

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The Edinburgh Marathon festival 2012 takes place on the weekend of 26 and 27 May 2012 and includes events such as the marathon, half marathon, team relay, 10K and 5K.  Known as the fastest marathon in the UK, the Edinburgh Marathon is a must whether you’re an experienced runner looking to improve your PB or a first-time runner looking to experience the best race in Scotland.

Launched in 2003, the Edinburgh Marathon is now the second largest marathon in the UK. Starting in Edinburgh city centre, the route takes in Holyrood Park, Leith Links and Portobello Promenade before heading along the coast to East Lothian and finishing in Musselburgh.

For more information, please take a look at the Edinburgh marathon website.

As an MS Superstar you will receive:

  • Welcome pack complete with sponsorships forms and loads of fundraising and training advice
  • Professional running vest
  • Regular eNewsletters
  • Cheering packs for your supporters

Whatever distance you are running, undertaking a proper training regime is extremely important to make sure you get to the start line injury-free and raring to go. Download a training plan below to help you stay on track whatever your level of fitness

Marathon training plan - beginners
Marathon training plan - intermediate
Marathon training plan - experienced runners

Page last updated: 05 Jan 2012