Half Marathon races near South Queensferry

The Perth Running Festival begins and ends at Perth Racecourse in Perth, Scotland, with the Half Marathon start located before the grandstand. This road running event offers three distances: a Half Marathon, a 7.5km race, and a 1 mile fun run, also known by the racecourse-style name “8 Furlong.” The Half Marathon course is flat and fast, suitable for runners aiming for a personal best or those new to the distance. The route traces the River Tay, goes by Scone Palace, and incorporates North Inch parkland before crossing parts of the city. Most of the course utilizes traffic-free park paths, riverside stretches, and paths around the racecourse, blending open green areas with urban running. The shorter races remain near the racecourse and adjacent paths, whereas the Half Marathon extends further along the river and through the adjacent parkland. Scone Palace provides the event's primary historical connection, linked to the Stone of Destiny and the coronations of Scottish monarchs.

The Dalmeny Halloween Trail Half is a low-key autumn half marathon held in South Queensferry, near Edinburgh, on Halloween. Organized by Blast Running, it begins at 10:30 AM with a limited field of approximately 300 participants, positioning it more as a local trail event than a large urban race. The out-and-back route commences and concludes at Longcraigs Scout Hall, roughly a mile from Dalmeny Rail Station. Participants will navigate wooded trails, riverside paths, farm tracks, roads, and paths within Dalmeny Estate and Cammo Nature Reserve. The course features an undulating terrain with several short, steep ascents. Headphones are permitted, and registration closes when all spots are filled.

The Holyrood Park MoRun begins at 9:30 AM in Edinburgh’s Holyrood Park. Runners will assemble near Queen’s Drive for this November charity event. Adult participants can select a 5k, 10k, or half marathon, while children can compete in a chip-timed 1.5k Mini MoRun. The courses wind through Holyrood Park, centering the event in one of Edinburgh’s most distinctive natural areas instead of a typical city-centre route. This event is part of the MoRunning series and benefits Movember, an organization that raises funds and awareness for prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health, and suicide prevention. The event is designed for everyday runners, families, friends, and children. Fundraising pages or donations can be made during registration, and MoRunning t-shirts and vests are available for those wishing to embrace the Movember aesthetic.

MoRun Edinburgh takes place in late November in Edinburgh, Scotland, offering four distances: 1.5 km, 5 km, 10 km, and a half marathon (21.0975 km). As part of the MoRun series, its flexible format allows participants to select a distance suited to their preferences, rather than a single mandatory race. The 10 km is the most frequently chosen distance, with the 1.5 km option providing a shorter route for families and novice runners. The event welcomes beginners, seasoned runners, couples, and families. The Edinburgh location allows participants to explore city sights and heritage along the road courses.

The Edinburgh MoRun takes place in Holyrood Park during November, offering 1.5k, 5k, 10k, and half marathon distances. All races commence and conclude on Queens Drive. This event is integrated into the MoRunning series, which supports Movember. Consequently, the day emphasizes men's health fundraising alongside race completion. The designated causes are prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health, and suicide prevention, all linked to the event's moustache motif. The Mini MoRun provides a chip-timed 1.5k for children. Adults can select from a 5k run up to a half marathon. Participants receive a MoRunning medal and headband. Additional awards are presented to the fastest MoBro and MoSista, alongside spot prizes for the best costumes and moustaches. The event accommodates families, novices, club athletes, charity participants, and children. Donations to Movember can be made during the registration process.