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Hot Chocolate 5km & 10km

  • Blast Running 50 W Shore Rd Scotland, EH5 1QD United Kingdom (map)

Join us for the Hot Chocolate 5K & 10K in Edinburgh. We’ll be hitting the prom together and celebrating at the finish line with a well-deserved hot chocolate to warm you up.

This event is for everyone—whether you’re brand new to running or chasing a PB. Run at your own pace, soak up the atmosphere, and enjoy the buzz of crossing the finish line alongside fellow runners who’ll cheer you on every step of the way.

EVENT INFO

Location

  • Start & registration: Gypsy Brae Recreation Ground

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  • Postcode: EH5 1QD

Distances & Age Limits

  • 5K: Ages 11+

  • 10K: Ages 15+

Entry Fees

  • 5K: £13 standard / £10 SA members (£3 insurance levy for non-Scottish Athletics members - this goes directly to Scottish Athletics)

  • 5K: Ages 11-17: £5

  • 10K: £18 standard / £15 SA members (£3 insurance levy for non-Scottish Athletics members - this goes directly to Scottish Athletics)

  • 10K: Ages 15-17: £5

Prizes & Extras

  • Prizes for 1st Male & Female in all age categories (online entries only)

  • Optional finisher’s medal (£5 extra)

  • Results submitted to Run Britain Rankings

  • A cup of hot chocolate for all finishers

Charity Partners

  • Supporting Cancer Card and the Bowelbabe Fund two charities very close to my heart.

Licence

  • Scottish Athletics Licensed Event

Got questions? Check our FAQ’s or see past event results to get inspired and sign up today! ⬇️

Great event! Thank you for braving the elements to put it on!
— Kirstin L, November 2025, Facebook
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