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Where does the Edinburgh Marathon start?
Holyrood Park
The Edinburgh Marathon starts in London and Regent Road before passing by the historic Holyrood Palace, home to Scottish kings and queens. It then runs through Holyrood Park in the shadow of Arthur’s Seat, an extinct volcano.
Where does the Edinburgh half marathon start?
Holyrood Park Road
The events start at Holyrood Park Road. Holyrood Park Road is a 20 minute walk from Princes Street.
What pace is a 3.30 marathon?
approximately 8:00 per mile
A 3:30 hour marathon is approximately 8:00 per mile. To break 3:30, you should eventually be capable of a sub-1:37 half-marathon (7:20 per mile) and sub- 43:00 10K (7:00 per mile). Right now, you should be running at least 25-30 miles per week, and be able to run for 1:30 non-stop.
Is Edinburgh Marathon windy?
Good fast course. Local support was brilliant all along the way. Much of the route is very exposed to the elements so can be very windy.
When does the Edinburgh Marathon start and finish?
The Edinburgh Marathon will be starting today, Sunday 26 May, at 10am. The race will start at Potterow, EH8 9AL, and finish at Pinkie Playing Fields, EH21 7HA. The route promises to take runners through the heart of the city, as they’ll pass the likes of Greyfriars Bobby, The National Museum of Scotland, and the Scottish National Gallery.
What are the road closures for Edinburgh Marathon 2019?
The total road closures scheduled for the Edinburgh Marathon 2019 are as follows: Completely closed from 6pm on Saturday, May 25 until 1pm Sunday, May 26 Completely closed from 6pm on Saturday, May 25 until 1pm Sunday, May 26 Completely closed from 6pm on Saturday, May 25 until 1pm Sunday, May 26
How do I get from the city centre to the marathon?
The Event Buses will leave from the City Centre after the start of the Marathon and brings supporters to Wallyford Park and Ride, a 25 min walk from the finish line. After your runner is finished it transports you back to the City Centre.