20 Along the Forth 2026
Sat, Mar 21, 2026, 8:30 am
45 Gamekeeper's Rd, Edinburgh
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Starting in Cramond and heading through Dalmeny Estate this beautiful 20 mile event is perfect training for runners taking part in a 2026 Spring Marathon. With stunning scenery and regular aid stations, you will find yourself at the end of the course in no time. All abilities welcome!
Wave 1 - 20 Along the Forth 2026 - for runners expecting to take over 4 hours to complete the 20 miles, Wave 2 - 20 Along the Forth 2026 - for runners expecting to take 3 to 4 hours to complete the 20 miles and Wave 3 - 20 Along the Forth 2026 - for runners expecting to take less than 3 hours to complete the 20 miles
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Sat, Mar 21, 2026
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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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Location
45 Gamekeeper's Rd, Cramond, Edinburgh EH4 6HU, UK
Start times
Wave 1 - 20 Along the Forth 2026 - for runners expecting to take over 4 hours to complete the 20 miles: 8:30 AMWave 2 - 20 Along the Forth 2026 - for runners expecting to take 3 to 4 hours to complete the 20 miles: 9:00 AMWave 3 - 20 Along the Forth 2026 - for runners expecting to take less than 3 hours to complete the 20 miles: 9:30 AM
Event summary
Here are the distances available for 20 Along the Forth 2026
Wave 1 - 20 Along the Forth 2026 - for runners expecting to take over 4 hours to complete the 20 miles
20mi
1 Loop
£2 - £27.50
Wave 2 - 20 Along the Forth 2026 - for runners expecting to take 3 to 4 hours to complete the 20 miles
20mi
£27.50
Wave 3 - 20 Along the Forth 2026 - for runners expecting to take less than 3 hours to complete the 20 miles
20mi
£27.50
Wave 1 - 20 Along the Forth 2026 - for runners expecting to take over 4 hours to complete the 20 miles
20mi
1 Loop
£2 - £27.50
Wave 2 - 20 Along the Forth 2026 - for runners expecting to take 3 to 4 hours to complete the 20 miles
20mi
£27.50
Wave 3 - 20 Along the Forth 2026 - for runners expecting to take less than 3 hours to complete the 20 miles
20mi
£27.50
Route information
It is a gently undulating but scenic and quiet course winding along the Firth of Forth from Cramond through Dalmeny Estate, then over the Forth Road Bridge and back before returning on a slightly different route to Dalmeny Estate, the finish line is back at Cargilfield School.
It is at least 75% on tarmac and we would suggest that road shoes are more than adequate for the surface conditions. The remaining surface is very runnable and not technical at all. This is entirely your decision to make.
There are no closed roads for this race, this means you must stick to pavements outwith Dalmeny Estate and please take care when crossing roads, your road safety is your own responsibility.
Please follow all instructions from our race marshals as they are there to ensure your safety. If you decide to not finish you MUST let one of our team know and hand your timing chip in.
What's included
- Finisher's Medal
- Marked and Marshalled route
- Water stations
- GPX map
How to get there
45 Gamekeeper's Rd, Cramond, Edinburgh EH4 6HU, UK
Get full directionsCar Parking and Public Transport
There is free car parking available to runners within the school grounds and surrounding streets. There is also the beach car park, less than a mile's warm up to the school, at the bottom of Cramond Glebe Road, EH4 6NT and smaller car parks at the bottom of School Brae and the bottom of Brae Park Road.
It is very important that we do not block our neighbours' driveways.
The Sunday bus to and from Cramond is the number 47.
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Find your roomEvent day logistics
08:30 Wave 1 starts (runners who may take 4-4.5 hours to complete the course)
09:00 Wave 2 starts (runners who are aiming for 3-4 hours)
09:30 (runners who are aiming for less than 3 hours)
13:00 Race ends
Age requirements
- 20 mile: All participants must be 18 years or older to participate in this race.
Water stations
There will be water stations at 5.5, 12, and 14.5 miles
The Route
The route will be marked and marshalled and the Strava map will be shared in advance.
Fundraising
This is a fundraising event for The MS Society Scotland.
FAQs
What do I get with my entry to the 20 Along the Forth?
A finisher momento, water and Active Root stations, marshals, first aiders, optional T-Shirt and catering at the finishers area.
Is the 20 Along the Forth on closed road?
No, this event is on a mix of tarmac, hard packed farm roads plus pavements. Please exercise caution when you are crossing roads.
What is the course like for the 20 Along the Forth?
The course is on approx 30% very runnable farm tracks and 70% tarmac. It is gently undulating (1094ft of overall climb over the 20 miles) but there are no ‘big’ hills to tackle.
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