Edinburgh Part 2 - the running part. Pope John Paul II waves to the crowd before he boards his helicopter at Turnhouse after the Papal visit to Scotland in May 1982. For Scotland, Peter Fleming finished third in 65:13; Charlie Haskett fourth in 66.26; and Hammy Cox 13th in 70.16. Early comments aboout the hill have been accommodated, leading to what is now one of the flattest marathon courses, making the Edinburgh Marathon an excellent race for obtaining a personal best. The 2017 Edinburgh Marathon will be held on Sunday May 28, with the mass race due to start at 9.50am. 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Three counters were necessary so, against advice, the brave lad felt that he had to run. Temperature was 28C and spectators had hoses, gummies, drinks - you name it. Glasgow (Daly and Robertson) won an Inter-City contest, beating Cardiff and Dublin. After 46 years of serving Tranent, an independent store will be closing their doors for the last time on Wednesday as the owners announce their retirement. Welsh runners were: 13 Tegid Roberts 2:24:40, 18 Arwel Lewis 2:27:02 and 24 Dic Evans 2:29:29. My main gripe is with the poor customer service pre-race. The finishing order was: Wales, Scotland, Catalonia. First Scot was Terry Mitchell (2nd in 2.19.40) and 3rd was Hammy Cox (2.19.43). I don't run with a watch since I get 'too into my head' calculating mile splits. Events have been going on all weekend, with the 5k, 10k and junior races taking place on Saturday. The logistic of the transport back to Edinburgh has the quality of - I'm sorry to say that - nations which are less developed ! The route then stretches along Musselburgh Road before reaching Musselburgh Racecourse. In 2018 and 2019 it received sponsorship and was retitled the Great Stirling Run. Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. Thank your for subscribing to our Newsletter. Four to run, three to count. The half marathon and the full 26.2 mile run happen on Sunday, and there are a number of road closures along the . Three to count. For Scotland, Don Macgregor finished 3rd in 2.21.52 (1st Vet); Evan Cameron 7th in 2.26.23; and Graham Milne 9th in 2.27.13. 30th May 2022. There were a few food trucks (better bring your credit card&the food is not free). Visit website. Edinburgh is usually obsessive about this so it's a mystery. The route then stretches along Musselburgh Road before reaching Musselburgh Racecourse then on to Prestonpans, passing Cockenzie and Port Seton. Plus points - Flat, well organised, plenty of support, good water stations. This year you also have a chance to take part in the race virtually, wherever you are in the world! Further information can be found on the official Edinburgh Marathon site. A man who had his belongings stolen from a parked van on Leith Walk is appealing with the public, after a family heirloom in one of his bags was taken - with the thief spotted on CCTV. Three to run, two to count. The first marathon was held in Edinburgh in 1982. It felt more like Brighton or Blackpool with it's mainly coastal route. I have read and accept World's Marathons Terms of Service and Privacy Policy and consent to the processing of personal data. Four to run, three to count. If you are looking for Great Scottish Run results from 2013 to 2019 you can use our search here. It races by Meadowbank Sports Stadium, scene of former Commonwealth Games in 1970 & 1986 and glory for runners such as Lachie Stewart and Liz McColgan. There are no phone numbers and the only way to contact is by emails - which are never answered! 31st May 2019. geordieNdog. Be sure to be prepared at least 2+ miles. The first marathon event in Edinburgh was in 1982 and since 2003 the Edinburgh Marathon Festival has been held each year, usually in May. 16/9/84 The Aberdeen Marathon included a match between (in finishing order) England v Scotland v Eire v Northern Ireland. Hey organizers, charge an extra pound or two and give people some food! Media. 10/9/89 The Anglesey Marathon included the Welsh Championships and Commonwealth Games Trial. The route is thus both flat and nice and scenic, and it manages to attract both elite runners and runners with less ambitious goals than winning. 2023. From Dores, the race heads directly into the centre of Inverness, turning left over the main road bridge and left again for the last half Fast & flat, the Edinburgh Half Marathon follows the marathon course which was voted the fastest marathon in the UK by Runners World, ideal if it's your first half marathon or you are looking for a PB. A beloved Edinburgh pub is famous for its unique signage at its front doorwhich has divided tourists after a local shared a picture of it online. Overall a terriffic time in a terriffic city. I might even do this race again and just hope for less-than gale force winds on race day. The bus stop however is about 25 mins walk away from the finishing line. Further marathons were held in Edinburgh in 1986 and 1999. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). It began in 2003 and has continually grown in popularity and stature, having just received a 97% satisfaction rating in a recent Runners World poll. Published by Fetcheveryone Ltd. Former Edinburgh Hearts youth star sets up charity to get 'kids off the streets'. The first marathon event in Edinburgh was in 1982. It then turns north, along Lochend Road and Leith Links before reaching Portobello Promenade. I'm not going to dwell on the weather since that can't be helped. 28/8/88 The Livingston Half Marathon included an international match, featuring (in finishing order): England v Scotland v Northern Ireland v Wales. 2. Sorry! Yes, you can find out your time and overall place, but you cannot find out how many were in the race, your gender, your age grooup, so you may have been 42nd of 2000 or last place - there is no way to tell and they will not respond. The marathon finishes in playing fields at Pinkie St Peters Primary School. 30/9/84 The Glasgow Marathon included a match between (in finishing order) England v Scotland (did not finish) v five other countries. Pluses - the crowd/helpers. Three to count. Sign up for the largest running event in Finland! card_giftcard. 18/10/81 The Glasgow International Marathon included a match between (in finishing order) Scotland v Wales v Northern Ireland v Eire. For Scotland, Charlie McIntyre finished 4th in 2.26.50, Don Ritchie 7th in 2.31.00, and Doug Cowie 10th in 2.32.55. Another from Enschede 1977: Sandy Keith, Willie Day and Colin Youngson (47) are the easy ones to spot. International athletics championship event, World Military Cross Country Championships, Athletics at the Inter-Empire Championships, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Athletics_at_the_1982_Commonwealth_Games&oldid=1107049264, International athletics competitions hosted by Australia, All Wikipedia articles written in Australian English, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 27 August 2022, at 21:34. 22/5/88 The Aberdeen Marathon included a match between (in finishing order) Scotland v England v Wales. 29th Aug 2018. original name. north east towards Dores on the northern tip of the loch. And here are the top three males and females in the junior 5k. This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. This is a rarity - a marathon that neither publishes its results nor responds to e-mails. Glasgow Marathon, 1983,with Murray McNaught , Jim Brown , Andy Daly, Charlie Haskett, Evan Cameron and Don Macgregor. . Now the course is like an arrow pointing directly away from the city. Organisers ask runners and spectators to allow extra time to travel over the weekend and allow patience for bag searches and extra road closures. In all continental marathon races categories go at least until F/M 70, recently until F/M 80+. Biggest joy came after the race however. For Scotland, Frank Harper finished 7th in 2.29.49; the other Scots were Doug Hunter and Keith Lyall. 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Enter your name, race number, finish position, event, gender and category for your results. marathon (held at Tullamore in conjunction with the Scotland v Denmark v Ireland Track and Field contest), featured a Marathon International match with two man teams from Ireland (1st), England (2nd), Wales (3rd) and Scotland (4th). Edinburgh Marathon / Erin's Half Marathon, Edinburgh Marathon Part 1 - Marathon Sisters, Week 6: 23rd-29th January. another boring training blog (and a little overdue), Edinburgh Marathon - Splits And Final Notes (Honest, I Stop At Part 6, lol), McNewbie And Smileybob's Edinburgh MaraFun! For Scotland, Charlie McIntyre finished 4th in 2.31.56 (but 2nd in the team contest) and Doug Cowie 8th in 2.39.06 (but 5th in the team contest. Men Records. The island course was a tough, undulating one. The Edinburgh Marathon was first staged in 1982 and has been an annual event since 2003. They hand you a box with the shirt and medal in it and a bottle of water. This is the only marathon I've run (out of 28) which doesn't offer this. West Lothian dad of young woman abused by partner slams 'pathetic' sentence, Ryan Walker (23) had pled guilty to one charge under the Domestic Abuse Scotland Act 2018 and was handed a community sentence, West Lothian commuters face delays on M8 after two-vehicle crash. The Scottish team was presented with specially inscribed SAAA gold medals. 22/7/1990 The Luton Marathon included a match between (in finishing order) Wales and Scotland. I realised it was roughly a nine-hour drive with a ferry trip in between. nine of the most inspiring runners and moments, Edinburgh mum books 3k dream holiday to find hotel is nine-hour drive from airport, "An hour or so after booking I checked the distance from the airport to the hotel so I could arrange transport. An urban explorer has shown inside the walls of one of Edinburghs abandoned schools, giving viewers an insight into the creepy building which has lain empty since 2010. 18/9/83 The Aberdeen Marathon included a match between (in finishing order) England v Wales v Northern Ireland v Scotland, but we did not finish a team, since Graham Laing dropped out at 18 miles after leading to 14 miles. Fortunately there's light at the end of the tunnel - those that reach the finish line will be handed free strawberries. Registered in England and Wales 10548808. 1) There are no clocks on the course. Three to run, with two to score (with positions added for a . The half marathon finishes in playing fields at Pinkie St Peters Primary School. Rock'n'Roll San Diego Marathon & 1/2 Marathon, Seville Marathon (Zurich Maraton de Sevilla), Edinburgh Christmas Market & Winter Festival. I accompanied friends to the marathon. The group contained Lindsay Robertson (EAC), Evan Cameron (Edinburgh SH), Alec Robertson (ESH) and the winner of the first Edinburgh Marathon in 1982, Dave Ellis of Birchfield Harriers. The incident took place after rush hour and reportedly there were no injuries. 27/9/81 The Aberdeen Marathon featured, in finishing order, England v Scotland v Wales. Tweets. It then turns north, along Lochend Road and Leith Links before reaching Portobello Promenade for some cooling seaside air where runners can enjoy spectacular views of East Lothian and across the to the Kingdom of Fife. Scott Taylor, who plays for Lothian Thistle Hutchison Vale, is recovering in hospital in an induced coma after undergoing a 10-hour operation as a fundraiser is launched. The Edinburgh Marathon is Scotland's most popular marathon. Find Your Result It also boasts some great sites along the way.Since 2007, the Edinburgh Marathon has featured a fast and flat course called the fastest Marathon route in the UK, as the former course had become infamous for its hilly appearance. For Scotland, Hammy Cox won in 2.21.15, Frank Harper was second in 2.22.20, Doug Cowie 6th in 2.26.21 and Colin Youngson 10th (and 1st Veteran) in 2.28.38. Runners taking on the challenging 26 mile course, Athletes take in the city's sights as they race round the course, Spectators gather to cheer on the runners during the race. Awesome! 28/9/80 The Aberdeen Marathon featured, in finishing order, England v Scotland v Wales v Northern Ireland. The bus farrago described by many is still happening - a half hour walk through busy streets to find the bus home after running 26 miles. The Edinburgh Marathon starts in London and Regent Road before passing by Holyrood Palace. Three to count. Colin Youngson did not finish. More than 24,000 runners take part in this event. The Edinburgh Marathon was first staged in 1982 and has been an annual event since 2003. Craig and Don got into considerable difficulties and did well to finish on the new, tougher course. Do you have a story or video for The Scottish Sun Online? Two counters were needed; and a cumulative time. There is no threat linked to Edinburgh or the Edinburgh Marathon Festival but these measures are in place to ensure the safety of everyone involved. The caption to the picture reads, 'Princes Street at 9am on a Sunday. No electrolyte drinks were offered along the entire course. 1,761 Following. Just head to the roundabout and then walk uphill'. Quick time text afterwards, pretty flat. The very nice driver informed me that the pre-paid shuttle area that I had booked through the EMF race registration was a '15 minute walk away. Three miles into the marathon and the 3100 starters are spread out from the Mound back to Lothian Road. A history going back for 4500 years, unspoiled authentic villages, thousands of olive trees are waiting for you in Turkeys longest single stage running race going through trails around a calming lake. Luxury Edinburgh hotel disheartened as guests 'have to buy earplugs' during stay. There is also the option of entering relay teams of 4 runners, each running 6.5 miles. Inside abandoned Edinburgh school completely frozen in time with chairs laid out. [Certainly, as far as the Welsh team was concerned, this was an international match and Scotland won clearly with a total of 3 points (1st and 2nd places)]. There were food trucks charging an exorbitant price for food, but I did not run 26.2 miles with money in my pocket. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. You have already subscribed to our newsletter! 8/7/79 the B.L.E. But I won't be back. Three to count. The caption to the picture reads, 'Princes Street at 9am on a Sunday. For Scotland, Frank Harper finished 4th in 2.18.44; Allan Adams was 15th and first veteran in a lifetime best 2.23.03; and Murray McNaught 23rd in 2.26.04. Post race was busy and fun but the walk to the buses was awful! Unfortunately the weather hasn't been kind for those brave souls taking on the challenge. Edinburgh UFO sighting as strange orb light filmed shooting across night sky. For the official Scotland team, Jim Brown finished 4th in 2.20.38; Evan Cameron was 9th in 2.21.58; and Don Macgregor 10th in 2.22.06. they eventually answered one but when I again repeated my initial query, I never heard back. Once you finish, you have to walk another mile and a half to buses that drive you another 40 minutes back to the city. 28, with two to score ( with positions added for a Keith Lyall pre-race. I have read and accept world 's Marathons Terms of service and Privacy Policy and consent the. 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