Tranent, United Kingdom
Sunday, August 16, 2026
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A seriously flat and rapid point-to-point half marathon course with a downhill profile along the coast to finish in the final furlong of Scotland's oldest racecourse plus grandstand finish. Ideal for setting a personal best time while enjoying scenic coastal views and professional event organization.
Start just outside Edinburgh at Meadowmill Sports Centre
Run along the magnificent East Lothian Coast
Grandstand finish on the final furlong of Scotland's oldest racecourse
Start / Finish
Meadowmill Sports Centre, Tranent, East Lothian
Musselburgh Racecourse, Musselburgh, East Lothian
Getting There
What you get
Finisher medal
Finisher t-shirt
Chip timing
Wicking finisher's t-shirt
Finisher's pack
Personalised event number
Event baggage facilities
Results posted in your account within 48 hours
Finisher's medal & keyring
Personalised event number with accurate timing chip
Fantastic running experience
On the day
Toilets
Showers
Changing facilities
Bag drop
Marshals on course
First aid on course
Before you enter
Other questions
The event is committed to minimising environmental impact through: entries, marketing and runners' information online rather than paper; encouraging public transport; communication with residents regarding road closures; reducing noise pollution; collecting, recycling or re-purposing waste; donating unused food to food bank.
Yes, charity places are available through various charity partners including Target Ovarian Cancer, MS Society, and Royal Osteoporosis Society. See the Scottish Half Marathon charity places page for full list.
Facilities include: event village, changing facilities, showers, toilets, secure bag storage, cafe, free parking, and venue accessibility.
Event bus tickets must be purchased in advance from the Scottish Half Marathon shop. Buses operate from Travel Hubs (Newcraighall Park & Ride, Musselburgh Grammar School, Sheriffhall Park & Ride, Wallyford Park & Ride) to the start area and back from the finish. Service runs from 08:45 to 15:30, with last departure to start at 10:30. No on-the-day tickets available.
Spectator bus tickets must be purchased in advance from the Scottish Half Marathon shop. Two options: Option 1 includes travel from Travel Hubs to start, shuttle from start to finish, and return to Travel Hubs. Option 2 includes travel from Park & Ride to finish area and return. No on-the-day tickets available.
Tranent, United Kingdom
Sunday, August 16, 2026
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