Santa & Elf Dash 2025: Race Report
Festive fancy dress, fast feet and festive fundraising at Cammo
From muddy trails and world-class fancy dress to hot chocolate, food bank donations and over £1,600 raised for charity, the Santa & Elf Dash 2025 delivered festive joy in spades.
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Mulled Wine, PBs & the Smell of Mince Pies
A very Meadows recap of the 2025 Meadows 5K Series
PBs, pancakes, mulled wine and familiar fast faces - relive the laughs, the stats and the standout moments that made the 2025 Meadows 5K Series unforgettable.
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Behind the Scenes: Why We Love Doing What We Do
Adventures, Ideas & Inspiration for the Next Race
A behind-the-scenes glimpse at Blast Running, how we gather new ideas, and how these insights are shaping a fresh and exciting line-up of events for the 2026 season.
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Big Cheers, Big Splashes and Big Mugs of Hot Chocolate
A Cosy Splash-Fest at Silverknowes
Over 380 runners turned a drenched Silverknowes Prom into a lively Hot Chocolate 5K and 10K celebration, fuelled by big smiles, splashes and steaming cups of Starbucks hot chocolate.
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Blast 5K @ Meadows November 2025!
Rain? What Rain?
Rain, puddles and reluctant marshals - our November Meadows 5K had it all! See who braved the drizzle, nailed PBs and helped raise funds for Athletics Trust Scotland.
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The Innocent Half 2026 route reveal!
New route, new challenge, same great cause!
Think you’ve already conquered the Innocent Half? Think again! A brand new route, scenic paths, and a medal-worthy finish await - discover why 2026’s race is one you can’t miss.
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Lords, Ladies and Gallant Runners
When Knights Block the Course
Read how the Dalmeny Trail Half 2025 delivered golden trails, record-breaking runs, raised £600 for RNLI - and a surprise visit from medieval knights in Cammo!
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The Water of Leith Half 2025 – What a Blast!
Gin, Grit & Good Times at the Water of Leith Half
The 26th Water of Leith Half was a blast! Runners, marshals, gin, caffeine, medals and more – check results, photos, and fundraising totals from this year’s race.
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A Morning of Flat, Fast, Eyeballs-Out Running!
Five Minutes of Pure Speed and Fun: The Scottish Mile Experience
Who knew 5 minutes of running could pack in so much speed, sweat and fun? The Scottish Mile delivered it all.
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Sneak Peek: Your 2026 Running Calendar
Plan Your Year of Running, Adventure and Seasonal Fun
Whatever your pace, whatever the season – our running calendar 2026 has a race for you. Join us for another year of community, challenge and plenty of finish-line smiles. Dates are just released – get them in your diary today!
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The 4 Pillars: What Drives Us
What Really Matters to Us at Blast Running
After five years of events, we’ve defined the four pillars that guide Blast Running: community, inclusion, charity, and environmental care. They shape everything we do – on and off the course.
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How Your Donations Make a Difference
Supporting Play Therapy Base through the Sunset Running Festival
Thanks to your support, the Sunset Running Festival has raised £2,625 for Play Therapy Base, funding equipment and resources that help neurodivergent children thrive through therapeutic play.
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Inverleith 5K Series 2025
Sundowners, Sunglasses & Sprints
Three sunny 5Ks, over 300 finishers and £332 raised! Thanks to everyone who ran, cheered or volunteered – what a series! Full results and winners now live on our website.
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Sunset Running Festival 2025
Records, Resilience and a Runners’ High
Over 550 runners took part in our biggest Sunset Running Festival yet, with 5 records set, £800 raised for charity, and international runners joining us from 11 countries!
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Race the Tram 2025
Race the Tram: A Thrilling First!
136 runners, electric energy, and over £1,000 raised for charity – what a debut! Big thanks to all who made it happen.
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