Edinburgh Half 2027
The Edinburgh Half Marathon is one of the most popular half marathons in the UK. Starting at Potterrow in the heart of Edinburgh and finishing to the roar of the crowds in Musselburgh, the course is famously flat and fast – with a downhill start that gives every runner a flying start. It’s a brilliant choice for first-timers and PB-hunters alike.
Part of the wider Edinburgh Marathon Festival weekend, the atmosphere of this half marathon is electric from start to finish. And when you run it for Child.org, every step you take helps protect the lives of pregnant women and babies in Kenya.
30 May 2027
Edinburgh
13.1 miles
Edinburgh Half Marathon registration fee: £35
Minimum fundraising pledge: £350
Why run the Edinburgh Half Marathon for Child.org?
Every day, pregnant women, mums, and babies still die from completely preventable causes. And in Kenya, a woman is nearly twice as likely to die during pregnancy or childbirth compared to the global average.
But we can change this.
Child.org works to make pregnancy and birth safer for women and babies. To do this, we work with communities and government in Kenya to improve access to, and quality of, life-saving maternal and child health services.
By running the Edinburgh Half, you will not only raise critical funds to support our work, but also become part of a community of changemakers; helping to build a kinder, fairer and safer world for women and their babies.
How we will support you during the Edinburgh Half Marathon
Child.org is a small, friendly and passionate team of seasoned fundraisers with a long history of supporting challenge event participants. We really value taking the time to get to know our runners so that we can support you in the best way possible.
You can expect:
- A dedicated and experienced fundraising officer to give you personalised support and advice
- Lots of training and fundraising advice
- Regular communication about all-things-marathon
- A run vest (designed in Kenya!)
“Brilliant bunch of people, well organised and enthusiastic about raising money for a great cause“
2024 Child.org fundraiser
Other ways to get involved
Child.org is an expert at events, both third party and our own unique fundraising challenges. From iconic city runs to cycling from Kenya to Tanzania with our National Geographic-recognised Ride Africa – there’s a challenge for everyone.
TCS London Marathon
25th April 2027
London
26.2 miles
