Sunday, December 27, 2026
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The Meadows 10k takes place in Edinburgh Old Town on Sunday 27 December 2026, with runners able to choose between a 5 kilometre and a 10 kilometre route. The event is staged by Up & Running Events as part of its Christmas Cracker series, so a festive late-December atmosphere around the city centre streets and parkland is the backdrop for the day. Course, start time and entry details are published on the organiser's own event page, which is the definitive source as race day approaches.
Start / Finish
Not stated on the listing page. Likely within The Meadows park in Edinburgh Old Town; confirm with the organiser's event page
Not stated on the listing page; confirm with the organiser's event page
Getting There
Race Day
What you get
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Before you enter
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The listing does not publish a start line or finish line, but the event name points to The Meadows park in central Edinburgh. The organiser's event page holds the confirmed assembly point and any change to it.
The 5 kilometre option gives newer runners a manageable introduction to racing, while the 10 kilometre race suits those with a little more training behind them. The route is in a city park setting rather than open country, so it is straightforward underfoot.
Spectators are welcome at a park-based city race, and The Meadows offers open ground where supporters can see runners pass. Ask the organiser about any fenced areas or restrictions near the start and finish.
No weather policy is stated on this listing. Winter events in Scotland rarely cancel for rain or cold alone, but any decision to shorten or cancel the race would be announced by the organiser, so check their page and social channels on the morning.
Entry fee not listed
Check the race's registration page for pricing.Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Sunday, December 27, 2026
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