Great Scottish Run

4th October 2026

Great scottish run crowd
Running

Great Scottish Run

The event offers both 10k and Half Marathon distances and features an iconic start line in George Square.

The event offers both 10k and Half Marathon distances and features an iconic start line in George Square, a closed city-centre course taking in all the sights of Glasgow.

Contact [email protected] to secure your place!

Why run for The Yard?

By running for The Yard, you’ll help us in our work to support disabled children and young people with disabilities across Scotland.

Your entry includes:

  • A Yard running top or vest to wear with pride throughout your training and on the big day
  • Regular contact from our fundraising team to guide you along your journey

I already have my own place, can I run for you?

Yes! If you have your own place in the race and would like to join our team, please drop us an email to [email protected]

At a glance

04/10/2026

Glasgow

Scottish Half Marathon & 10k

Sunday 16 August 2026

Woman running the scottish half marathon
Running

Scottish Half Marathon 2026

The Scottish Half Marathon/10K should be in every runner’s calendar.

The route is flat and rapid, so if you want to set a personal best, then this is the event for you. You will run along the magnificent East Lothian Golf Coast before finishing in the final furlong at Musselburgh Racecourse

Entry: £15 / Fundraising target: £80

Why run for The Yard?

By running for The Yard, you’ll help us in our work to support disabled children and young people with disabilities across Scotland.

Your entry includes:

Regular contact from our fundraising team to guide you along your journey

A Yard running top or vest to wear with pride throughout your training and on the big day

At a glance

16/08/2026

Edinburgh

TCS London Marathon 2026

26 April 2026

Credit: TCS London Marathon
Running

London Marathon 2026

Challenge yourself to the world’s most popular marathon, which showcases the best of London. Starting in Greenwich, the route passes iconic landmarks including Tower Bridge and Canary Wharf before the finish line on The Mall, with a view of Buckingham Palace. It’s a relatively flat course with personal best potential!

Why run for The Yard?

By running for The Yard, you’ll help us in our work to support disabled children and young people with disabilities across Scotland.

Your entry includes:

  • A Yard running top or vest to wear with pride throughout your training and on the big day
  • Regular contact from our fundraising team to guide you along your journey

To apply: [email protected]

At a glance

26/04/2026

London

Edinburgh Marathon Festival
2026

Edinburgh, 23rd / 24th May, 2026

Running

Go the distance for Team Yard at the 2026 EMF!

23rd – 24th May 2026

Looking for a challenge? With races at every level and beautiful scenic routes, the 2026 Edinburgh Marathon Festival is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for. Choose from 9 distances including marathon, half marathon, team relay, 10k, 5k and junior events and run through the heart of Edinburgh.

Why run for The Yard?

Push yourself and achieve something incredible while helping us in our work to support disabled children and young people with disabilities across Scotland.

Take part

To join Team Yard you’ll need to pay an entry fee and commit to a minimum fundraising target.

  • Marathon:                 £25 registration fee
  • Half Marathon:        £25 registration fee
  • 10k :                           £10 registration fee
  • 5k:                              £10 registration fee
  • Hairy Haggis:           £40 registration fee
  • Junior:                       £5 registration fee

Your entry includes:

  • A Yard running top or vest to wear with pride throughout your training and on the big day
  • Regular contact from our fundraising team to guide you along your journey

Secure your place:

At a glance

23/05/2026

Edinburgh

Kilomathon Scotland
2026

Sunday 29th March 2026

Running

The Kilomathon Scotland is back! Attracting around 3,000 runners each year, the event is run on the Capital’s beautiful cycle path network, starting at Ocean Terminal beside the historic Royal Yacht Britannia (13.1k only) and finishing at the home of Scottish Rugby, Murrayfield Stadium.

There are three Kilomathon distances to choose from:

  • 13.1K is an excellent distance for those in-training for a full / half marathon, or runners looking to step-up from a 10K.
  • 6.5K is an ideal step-up from a 5K, or a perfect stepping stone to 10K distance.
  • The 2.62K junior race is a fun race for kids and takes place inside Murrayfield Stadium, the home of Scottish Rugby.

Take part

To join Team Yard you’ll need to pay an entry fee of £15 (£5 junior) and commit to a minimum fundraising target of £80 (£50 junior)

Your entry includes:

  • A Yard running top or vest to wear with pride throughout your training and on the big day
  • Regular contact from our fundraising team to guide you along your journey

Secure your place:

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29/03/2026

Edinburgh

Supernova Kelpies

Falkirk, Friday 13 or Saturday 14 March 2026

Running

Are you looking for a fundraising event that you can get the whole family involved in?Take on this fantastic 5K run on either Friday or Saturday, the route will give you the opportunity to explore the home of two 30-metre high horses!

The Kelpies are mythical creatures who love to play at dusk, each one weighs over 300 tonnes. Come and immerse yourself in a light journey with them.

Why run for The Yard?

By running for The Yard, you’ll help us in our work to support disabled children and young people with disabilities across Scotland.

Your entry includes:

  • A Yard running top or vest to wear with pride throughout your training and on the big day
  • Regular contact from our fundraising team to guide you along your journey

Secure your place:

At a glance

13/03/2026, 14/03/2026

Helix Park, Falkirk

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