The Scottish half-marathon is the perfect choice for first-timers, club runners and for setting personal bests. The scenic coastal route combined with a grandstand finish at Musselburgh racecourse gives this event a festival-style feel.
Registration
The Scottish Half Marathon is organised by MyRunning; register your place today at the 2026 Scottish Half Marathon website.
Every penny you raise will directly support research at the Anne Rowling Clinic to improve the lives of people living with neurodegenerative conditions.
JustGiving
Once registered, set-up your JustGiving page at Anne Rowling Clinic JustGiving following the simple steps below:
Step 1: Add your photo to let your friends and family know they’re at the right page
Step 2: Use your story to let your supporters know why you’re fundraising
Step 3: Set an ambitious fundraising target
When creating your page, JustGiving will automatically generate a unique URL; it’s worthwhile changing this to something easy to remember. And please opt-in to receive communications and keep in touch with your chosen charity (that’s us) when completing your page.
We’re here to help
Thank you so much for fundraising in aid of the Anne Rowling Clinic. We will be delighted to support you with your fundraising, whether it be giving advice on setting up your online sponsorship page, supplying promotional materials, or creating social media assets for you. If you get in touch, you will receive:
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help setting up your JustGiving page
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printable sponsorship forms
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promotional assets for your social media channels
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a free branded t-shirt or running top and water bottle
Whatever running event you chose to take part in, please make sure it is appropriate for your level of fitness. As well as being a challenge, it should also be doable and fun!
Useful links
Get in touch Kerry.Mackay@ed.ac.uk
JustGiving Anne Rowling Clinic JustGiving
Fundraising Pack Download a fundraising pack (PDF, opens in your browser)
For more information including FAQs and accessibility visit the 2026 Scottish Half-Marathon website (external website)
The University of Edinburgh Development Trust
The University of Edinburgh Development Trust is a charity registered in Scotland, with registration number SC004307. The Development Trust processes all donations in aid of The Anne Rowling Regenerative Neurology Clinic. All the money received through your fundraising will directly support research into neurodegenerative related conditions (including but not limited to multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s, cognitive disorders and motor neuron disease). Thank You for your support.