Edinburgh Half Marathon

Good luck to all of our 2026 runners. If you are feeling inspired, you can now register to join the Edinburgh Half 2027!

Fast and flat, the Edinburgh Half Marathon was voted the UK's fastest by Runner's World, making it ideal if it's your first half marathon or you're looking for a PB. It's also one of the largest half marathons in the UK.

Date: Sunday 20 May 2027

Distance: 13.1 miles / 21km

Location: Edinburgh

Registration fee: £30

Minimum fundraising target: £350

Minimum age: 17

Registration is now open for Team Amnesty Edinburgh Marathon 2027 charity places. Sign up today to secure your place with Amnesty International UK.

If you've already acquired a place in the event, join our team as an Own Place runner. There's no minimum fundraising target, just raise as much as you can. 

Kick off your fundraising by setting up an Amnesty International UK online fundraising page using the button below:           

As a member of our team you’ll receive: 

• Personalised training plan & one-on-one support from a running coach
• A Team Amnesty running vest with option to personalise
• An inspiring fundraising pack filled with advice and ideas
• Dedicated staff member with regular email updates on the event and human rights
• Fundraising and event materials like collecting tins, posters, badges etc
• We are always on hand by email or phone to offer further support

If you have any questions about this event, please contact the Community and Events Fundraising Team.

Email: [email protected]