Edinburgh Marathon Festival 5k

28 May 2022

Image shows hundreds of runners running down a path in Holyrood Park. Yellow flowering gorse contrasts against the dark rock cliffs.

About the event

Be a part of Scotland’s biggest running festival and take on a 5K! This beautiful scenic race takes you around Holyrood Park in the heart of Edinburgh. The route offers stunning views of Edinburgh Castle, Duddingston Loch and panoramic views of the city.

Join Team Retina UK

There are two ways that you can join our team:

Charity place

Secure your place in the race with a £10 registration fee and pledge to raise £100 for Retina UK

Register now

Own place

If you already have your own place in the race, we’d love for you to join our team.

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Support for you

As a part of Team Retina UK you’ll get:

  • Help and guidance from a dedicated member of our fundraising team
  • Access to a range of materials to help with your fundraising – including sponsor forms, collection tins, pin badges and more
  • A Retina UK charity t-shirt
  • Invitation to join our Strava running club where you can chat with other Retina UK runners, sharing tips and advice.
  • Finisher t-shirt and medal from the race organisers.

Any questions?

If you’d like more information on joining our team, please contact our Fundraising Team on 07736 925 174 or email fundraising@RetinaUK.org.uk.

Get a charity place in the race

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