Race for Life Edinburgh - Holyrood Park
Race for Life at Holyrood Park in Edinburgh takes place on Sunday 06 Jun 2027. The event offers two distances: 10k and 5k.
The route starts with the first 1 km on grass with some uneven surfaces before joining a road route around Arthur's Seat. The course then follows mainly tarmac, provides open views, includes one notable incline, and finishes back on grass. The start and finish areas are on the main playing fields of Holyrood Park.
Parking is not available at the event; participants are advised to use city centre car parks. There is no drop off point and Blue Badge parking is not available at the venue. Pedestrian routes are open and a number of buses serve Holyrood Park; the closest train station is Edinburgh Waverley. Cycling facilities and bike racks are not available.
Available on-site facilities include refreshments and toilets. Dogs are allowed. The event is suitable for pushchairs and is wheelchair accessible with assistance. The site underfoot is generally flat and firm or soft; in wet weather grass sections may become soft or muddy. The route includes tarmac and grass and has inclines with a maximum gradient of 4 to 6 percent, which may require additional assistance.
Participants receive a fundraising pack, a customisable back sign, training support, community access and a Race for Life medal.
Event Details
Date: Sunday 06 Jun 2027
Time: 10:15
Venue: Holyrood Park, Queens Drive, Edinburgh, EH8 8HG
Meeting point: The start and finish lines are situated on the main playing fields of Holyrood Park.
Travel Information
By car: There is no parking available at this event. Please use city centre car parks and allow plenty of time. There is no drop off point and Blue Badge parking is not available at the venue.
Public transport and pedestrians: All pedestrian routes to the park are open. Buses service Holyrood Park. The closest train station is Edinburgh Waverley.
Facilities
- Refreshments
- Toilets
- Dogs allowed
- Suitable for pushchairs
- Wheelchairs accessible (with assistance)
What you'll receive
- A fundraising pack with tips to help you reach your target
- A customisable back sign
- Training plans and support
- Access to our Facebook community
- A Race for Life medal
Minimum fundraising target: £50.00
