Edinburgh Christmas 10k, 5k & Santa Toddle

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Edinburgh Christmas 10k, 5k & Santa Toddle
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Take on one of these runs and be a part of the stunning Christmas Charity Festival. The two races take in the best of Inverleith Park and the Water of Leith. Come along to get into the festive spirit, to soak in the brilliant atmosphere, and to earn your finisher's medal.
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5k, 10k and Santa Toddle
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Sun, 5 Dec 2021
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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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Where and when
Location
Inverleith Park, Edinburgh EH3 5PA, UK
Start times
Sunday 5 Dec 2021
5k: 9:30 am10k: 11:00 amSanta Toddle: 1:00 pm
Event summary
Here are the distances available for Edinburgh Christmas 10k, 5k & Santa Toddle
10k
Distance
10km
£12 - £20
5k
Distance
5km
£12 - £20
Santa Toddle
Distance
1.5km
£5
Route information
The Edinburgh Christmas 5k & 10k Runs are open to all seasoned runners or beginners.
5k
Sunday's 5k starts from the centre of Inverleith Park, next to the Royal Botanic Gardens of Edinburgh, before looping around the Water of Leith banks and past the historic Fettes College.
10k
The first half of the 10K follows the same route as the 5K run, however, instead of finishing back at the Royal Botanic Gardens, athletes undertake a second loop. Participants will run on the opposite bank of the Water of Leith, through the beautiful roads of northern Edinburgh, before finishing back in Inverleith Park itself.
The Edinburgh Christmas Charity Festival
This annual event is now in its sixth year and goes from strength to strength with over 30 charity stalls to browse around within the comfort of a large marquee you can even stay awhile for a snack at the coffee / tea bar.
There are lot’s of activities for the kids, with the opportunity to see the reindeer close up and the chance to meet Santa in his grotto (pre-booking recommended!)
Santa Toddle
This fantastic 1500 metre guarantees to get your little ones burning off the excitement of Christmas. This fun run is great for all the family, a part of the Edinburgh Christmas Running festival, there will plenty of chances for them to meet Santa too. Join for a great day out.
What's included
  • Bespoke Finisher's Medal
  • Chance to win a Christmas hamper
  • Prizes for top finishers
  • Bag drop
  • Chip timing
  • Finish line goodies
  • Christmas charity festival
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How to get there
Inverleith Park, Edinburgh EH3 5PA, UK
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By Car
Inverleith Park is in the North of Edinburgh and can be accessed from the A902.
By Train
Edinburgh Station is approximately 2 miles from the Park.
Event day logistics
Saturday
09:30 Edinburgh Christmas Santa Parade
10:15 Official Opening of The Edinburgh Christmas Charity Festival
Sunday
09:30 5k starts
11:00 10k starts
13:00 Santa Toddle starts
Santa Toddle
The Santa Toddle will start at 1pm at Inverleith Park Edinburgh (EH3 5PA).
Virtual Santa Toddle
If entering the Virtual Christmas Santa Toddle please submit your results to the green button on the Great Scottish Events pageExternalLink which will be available from the 1st December 2021.
FAQs
At what time does the Edinburgh Christmas 10k & 5k Run start?
The 5k run starts at 09:30 and the 10k run at 11:00. The Santa Toddle will start at 1pm at Inverleith Park.
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Is the Edinburgh Christmas 10k & 5k Run family-friendly?
Absolutely. There are various catering facilities and a Santa's Grotto to keep everyone entertained.
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Where can I find results for the Edinburgh Christmas 10k & 5k Run?
Head to https://greatscottishevents.net/results/ to view your results post race.
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