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RACE DAY INFO

YOU’RE TAKING PART IN THE SUNSET FESTIVAL 2026!

(Last updated 03/06/2026)

Location: Silverknowes Prom, Edinburgh
Race Briefing: 5 minutes before event

Registration & Race Pack Collection

All participants must collect their race pack before taking part.

Your race pack includes:

• Race bib number

• Timing chip

• Safety pins
  

Collection Options:

Chip Timing Information

Your timing chip is linked to your personal registration details.

• Do not swap timing chips with another participant.

• In the event of a medical emergency, your chip helps organisers identify you quickly and provide assistance.

• If you are starting the marathon at 3pm rather than 5pm, please tell the registration team when collecting your chip so your results can be recorded correctly.

Lost or Forgotten Chips

If you lose or forget your timing chip and race bib, a replacement set can be issued on race day for £20.

Relay Teams

Only one team member needs to attend registration.

Your team will receive:

• One timing chip per team

• A race number for each team member

The timing chip must be passed between runners in the designated Chip Swap Area, where a marshal will be available to assist.

Race Day Essentials

Race Route 

Quick Route Facts

Route Description

The route starts beneath the Scots Pines near The Boardwalk Beach Club and heads east towards Granton.

At the eastern turnaround point, runners return towards Cramond, loop around the Cramond Flagpole, then continue back to the Scots Pines to complete the lap.

The course is flat, fully tarmac and free from vehicle traffic, making it ideal for both first time runners and those chasing a personal best.

Check out the Strava Map of the event route.

Important Course Information

The route is not closed to the public.

Please be aware of:

• Walkers

• Dog walkers

• Cyclists

• Families and children using the promenade

Please be courteous to all route users and follow any instructions from marshals.

Marathon Qualification & Course Measurement

The route has been measured by an official Scottish Athletics course measurer and is licensed by Scottish Athletics as a marathon distance course.

If you intend to use your result as a qualifying time for another event, such as the London Marathon, this certification will usually satisfy organisers' requirements. Acceptance remains at the discretion of the individual event organiser.

Distance certificates and licence information are available on request via hello@blastrunning.com.

Relay Teams

Teams may consist of between 2 and 6 runners.

• Every runner must complete at least one full lap.

• The remaining laps may be divided between team members as you wish.

• The timing chip must be exchanged in the designated Chip Swap Area.

• A marshal will be present to assist with chip exchanges.

Route Map

View the course on Strava.

Water Stops

There will be water stations every 2 miles - at Gypsy Brae and by the flagpole.

You may also leave your own marked bottle on the table.
 
If you can carry your own water all the better but we will provide multi use plastic and compostable cups.
 
As we don’t have easy access to a drinking water tap it would be super helpful if you could bring your own water for after your run so that we don’t run out for the runners still out on the route.

Rules and Safety Information

Race Briefing

A mandatory race briefing will take place 5 minutes before the start of each event.

The briefing will cover:

• Important safety information

• Any route updates

• Event procedures

• An opportunity to ask questions

Please ensure you are at the start area in good time.

Age Requirements

In accordance with World Athletics and UK Athletics competition rules:

Dogs

Unfortunately, participants may not run with dogs.

This includes:

• Pet dogs

• Therapy dogs

• Assistance dogs accompanying runners during the race

This restriction is required by the event's insurance policy.

Earphones etc

You are permitted to wear ear buds, headphones, bone conductors etc however please look at the marshals as you are passing them in case you miss an important communication from them.

Finish Line Information

Finisher Medals

Every finisher will receive a UK made commemorative medal, along with goodies provided by our event supporters, Stewart Brewing and Actiph Water.

Event T-shirts

If you have pre-ordered an event tshirt this will ready for you to collect at the registration tent but there will also be some available on the night to purchase.

If you'd like to pre-order a tshirt to wear at the event then shop here.

All finishers will receive a UK-made medal and some goodies provided by race supporters, Stewart Brewing and Actiph Water.

Prize Giving

Prizes will be awarded to:

Race Results

Official race results will be emailed to participants within 24 hours of the event and can be viewed on the SunSet Festival results page.

Results will also be submitted to:

• Run Britain Rankings

• Scottish Athletics

• RunABC

Race contact

For any queries about the race please contact us at hello@blastrunning.co.uk or call the Race Director, Catriona Bruce, on 07905 167 695.

Charity Partner

We are proud to be fundraising for Athletics Trust Scotland, a charity that works to make athletics and running accessible to everyone. By supporting communities facing some of the greatest challenges to participation, the charity helps people across Scotland build confidence, improve wellbeing and enjoy the lifelong benefits of being active.

Food and Supporter Information

Catering

We will have an ice cream van, coffee van, pizza truck and Lebanese street food van for you to enjoy after your run!
This is available to all runners and supporters to purchase.

Supporter Information

Family and friends are encouraged to come along and support. The course offers several excellent viewing locations, giving supporters plenty of opportunities to cheer runners on throughout the event.

Photography and Social Media

Photos will be taken during the race, these will be edited to make you look amazing and posted on the Blast Running social media platforms. If you would rather we didn’t use an image of you then please let us know. If you yourself post any photos of the race then we’d love to be tagged! #blastrun #hadablast #blastrunning @blast.running

Running to Music

We’ve put together a heart pumping, upbeat playlist featuring tracks we love running to. With over 9 hours of music, you can simply hit shuffle and enjoy a fresh mix every time you head out for a run.

Whether you're training or just getting in the zone for race day, press play and let the pace take over.

Listen on your preferred platform:

Apple Music

Spotify

Join our Strava Club

Get involved before race day and train alongside the Sunset Festival community.

Explore the route, share your sessions and see how others are preparing as the countdown begins.

Join the club!

Please note:

Your completed entry form will be taken as your acceptance that Blast Running Ltd is not liable for personal injury or death when taking part in this event.

Runner agrees to:

Not deliberately drop litter and to not be verbally or physically aggressive towards the Blast Running event team, other runners nor members of the public.

Refunds

If you have purchased the refund protection then you can claim up to 90% back (event ticket only, not merchandise or charity donation).

90% Up to 3 months before the event
75% Up to 2 months before the event
50% Up to 7 days before the event 
25% Up to 48 hours before the event 

If you haven't purchased the refund protection and can no longer take part in the event we regret that no entry fees can be refunded, but please read on.

Transfers - we offer FREE TRANSFERS to another Blast Running event, to another runner, or to race credits which can be redeemed for up to 1 year. You must give us at least 7 day's notice before the event (by 3pm on Sat 13th June) and please email hello@blastrunning.co.uk with details about which event you are transferring from and your choice of transfer option.

IF YOU ARE TRANSFERRING TO ANOTHER RUNNER - please tell us by Monday 15th June, please do not give your place to someone else without letting us know in advance.

Event cancellation - In the unlikely event of the event being cancelled owing to forces outside the organiser’s control, we will add a race credit to your Blast Running account to the value of a 5K which can be redeemed for up to 1 year.

Thank you as always for your support and here's to lots of runners doing what they do best in 2026 - running and talking about running! 

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