Edinburgh Marathon Festival
2027

29th / 30th May 2027

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Go the distance for Team Yard at EMF 2027!

29th and 30th May 2027

Looking for a challenge? With races at every level and beautiful scenic routes, the 2027 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

Sign up with our charity to secure a discounted place and be part of something meaningful. We simply ask that you commit to raising a minimum amount to support our services. Free places available for Yard members! Please contact [email protected] for more details.

DistanceRegistration FeeFundraising Target
Marathon£25£500
Half£20£300
10k£15£150
5k£10£75
Hairy Haggis Relay£40£500
Junior Races£5£50

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

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29/05/2027, 30/05/2027

Edinburgh

Glasgow Kiltwalk 2027

24th/25th April 2027

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Glasgow Kiltwalk 2027

Get ready for an unforgettable 2027 Kiltwalk adventure in Glasgow.

With three distances to choose from, you can enjoy a pleasant stroll with your family or go the distance and clock up the miles. Plus, the accessible routes, make it easy for everyone of all ages to take part!

Choose your distance:

  • The Mighty Stride: 23 miles. Starting from Glasgow’s iconic Glasgow Green and finishing in the idyllic surroundings of Balloch, Loch Lomond. – £20
  • The Big Stroll: 14 miles. Starting from Clydebank and finishing in beautiful Balloch, Loch Lomond. – £20
  • The Wee Wander: 3 miles. Leaving from Loch Lomond Shore and finishing at Moss O’Balloch Park. Perfect for the whole family! £13 / £7 (Children)

How to enter:

Secure a charity place

Sign up for FREE with Team Yard and fundraise a minimum of £75 (Mighty Stride / Big Stroll) or £35 (Wee Wander)

Get your own place

Pay for your own place (see distances above for pricing) and raise what you can!

As part of #TeamYard you will receive

  • A Yard t-shirt or running vest to wear with pride on the day of your Kiltwalk.
  • Support from a dedicated contact in our Fundraising team to help you achieve your target!

Register Your Interest

Registration for 2027 isn’t open yet but please fill out the form below and we will be in touch as soon as it is!

    Routes are subject to change.
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    24/04/2027, 25/04/2027

    Glasgow, Scotland


    Strathclyde Zipslide 2026

    Friday 14 August 2026

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    Strathclyde Zipslide 2026

    See Strathclyde Park like never before and support disabled children and their families.

    Fancy seeing Strathclyde Park from 100ft in the air? The Zipslide is back for 2026 and we have five places up for grabs.

    This year’s event takes place in Strathclyde Park while the usual site is being refurbished and the new location has some great perks! There’s plenty of free parking, it’s easy to reach from the M74, and you can now stand right at the finish point to cheer friends and family in. With M&D’s and Amazonia just a short stroll away, it’s the perfect chance to make a full day of it.

    By taking part, you’ll be helping The Yard continue to support disabled children, young people and their families through play and family support.

    What you need to know

    Registration Fee: £20
    Suggested minimum sponsorship:
    £200

    Age 10+. Weigh between 33kg (5.19st) and 120kg (18.8st), and fit the waist harness between 40-125 cm (15.7-49.2 inches).

    To book your space, email [email protected]

    At a glance

    14/08/2026

    Strathclyde Park, Motherwell

    Yard Golf Day

    The Renaissance Club, 28 April 2026

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    Yard Golf Day 2026

    The Yard Golf Day brings together golf enthusiasts to raise vital funds for The Yard, helping provide safe, inclusive play opportunities and support for disabled children and their families across Scotland.

    Four-ball teams will tee off at The Renaissance Club, home of the Genesis Scottish Open, one of the world’s most exclusive and celebrated courses. This 18-hole, par‑71 championship links, designed by Tom Doak and stretching over 7,100 yards along the Firth of Forth, offers panoramic views, strategic fairways, and challenging bunkers — a test for golfers of all abilities.

    After the final putt, teams will gather for refreshments and a light meal, followed by prize-giving and the chance to celebrate the day’s successes while supporting The Yard.

    Event Timings

    • 10:30am: Arrival, registration, and refreshments.
    • 12:00 noon: Tee-off.
    • 6:30pm: Prize-giving and meal.

    Timings are subject to minor changes on the day.

    Event Highlights

    • Breakfast roll and tea/coffee at 10:30am.
    • Half-Way House.
    • On-course competitions.
    • Prize-giving and meal.

    Pricing

    £1,500 per fourball (caddy included)

    Register or Enquire

    Jodie Whitham, Corporate Partnerships Manager
    [email protected]

    Sponsorship Opportunities

    Thank you to our headline sponsor, CBS Change Partners. A range of other sponsorship opportunities are available for individuals and businesses, each offering fantastic visibility and the chance to make a meaningful difference.

    At a glance

    28/04/2026

    The Renaissance Club, Cowden Hill Dr, North Berwick EH39 5HS

    Great Scottish Run

    4th October 2026

    Great scottish run crowd
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    Great Scottish Run 2026

    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]

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    04/10/2026

    Glasgow

    Scottish Half Marathon & 10k

    Sunday 16 August 2026

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    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

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    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 Kiltwalk 2026

    September 13th 2026

    Walkers at the Edinburgh kiltwalk wearing yard t-shirts
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    Edinburgh Kiltwalk 2026

    Take on the last Kiltwalk of the year in Scotland’s capital, Edinburgh!

    Whether you’re going to take on the Mighty Stride through our stunning capital city or you and the family fancy the Wee Wander through Edinburgh’s streets, register now to take part in this iconic walk in support of The Yard.

    Mighty Stride – £20 – 21 miles

    The Big Stroll – £20- 13 miles

    Wee Wander – £13 Adults / £7 Children – 4 miles

    How to enter:

    Secure a charity place

    Sign up for FREE with Team Yard and fundraise a minimum of £100 (Mighty Stride / Big Stroll) or £50 (Wee Wander)
    Contact: [email protected]

    Get your own place

    When you sign up to a Kiltwalk event, choose The Yard as your nominated charity. Once you’re registered a member of the fundraising team will be in touch to help you get started with fundraising. 

    Why walk 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
    At a glance

    13/09/2026

    Edinburgh, Scotland

    Port of Leith Distillery Abseil 2026

    Saturday 9th May 2026

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    This event is a truly unique experience for you to ascend the 100ft drop off the Port of Leith Distillery. With views across Edinburgh’s skyline and of the historic Royal Yacht Britannia beside you! Standing proudly on the waterfront, the Port of Leith Distillery is the UK’s first vertical distillery, a striking nine-storey tower wedged into Edinburgh’s historic harbour.

    Restrictions: Participants must weigh under 120kg.

    Event details

    When: Saturday 9th May 2026

    Where: Port of Leith, Edinburgh

    Registration fee: £20 – Fundraising Target: £200

    To register your interest please contact – [email protected]

    At a glance

    09/05/2026

    Port of Leith Distillery, Edinburgh

    Aberdeen Kiltwalk 2026

    June 7th 2026

    Aberdeen Kiltwalk Dundee United legend Jim McInally and STV News anchor, Gordon Chree leading out walkers at the start of the Dundee Kitwalk 2023, Sunday 20 August 2023
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    Aberdeen Kiltwalk 2026

    Join us for another unforgettable day in the City and ‘Shire for Aberdeen Kiltwalk.

    There are two walking distances to pick from, with The Mighty Stride and The Wee Wander.

    Mighty Stride – £20 – 18 miles

    Wee Wander – £13 Adults / £7 Children – 4 miles

    How to enter:

    Secure a charity place

    Sign up for FREE with Team Yard and fundraise a minimum of £100 (Mighty Stride / Big Stroll) or £50 (Wee Wander)
    Contact: [email protected]

    Get your own place

    When you sign up to a Kiltwalk event, choose The Yard as your nominated charity. Once you’re registered a member of the fundraising team will be in touch to help you get started with fundraising. 

    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
    At a glance

    07/06/2026

    Aberdeen, Scotland