Thousands of runners took to the streets of Edinburgh and East Lothian on Sunday for this year’s Edinburgh Marathon 2026.
The city-to-coast route started at Potterrow and finished in Musselburgh, passing plenty of the Capital’s iconic sights on the way.
Runners had to contend with a heatwave, as Edinburgh sweltered in the sun, with temperatures hitting 21C around lunchtime as runners passed through Portobello and headed down the coast.
Commenting on the Edinburgh Marathon Festival Facebook page, organisers said: “A huge well done to everyone who took part in the races this weekend - you were all amazing!
“Your hard work and dedication paid off, and you should all be incredibly proud of yourselves for crossing that finish line. Now it's time to relax and enjoy the rest of the weekend!”
The top three females in the Edinburgh Marathon were: Melissah Gibson (Ealing Eagles RC) - 02:43:55; Ashleigh Harvie - 02:51:52; Susan Stead (LG Aachen I Erdinger Active Team - 02:53:55.
The top three males were: Conor Sarsfield (Helsby RC) - 02:18:04; Calum Phillip (Central Athletics Club) - 02:28:39; Shaun Cumming (East Sutherland Athletics Club) - 02:30:19.
33. The joy of running
The Edinburgh Marathon Festival was founded by Geoff Sims and the first year's event attracted just 3,000 participants | Greg Macvean Photography
34. Tiger queen
This lady ran the Edinburgh Marathon in full tiger print. | Greg Macvean Photography
35. Roadside support
Liliana Martin (8) squealed with excitement when she saw her dance teacher run by. | Mariella Schmitt
36. Great fun
'Dougie' was having a ball taking on the Edinburgh Marathon. | Greg Macvean Photography