Great Scottish Run
Location:
Glasgow
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Scotland
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Europe
Fast-paced urban course through Glasgow's iconic landmarks and scenic parks.
Race Details
PB Potential Ranking
Great
2.19
Race Distance
Half Marathon
21.098km
13.1ml
Race Official Name
AJ Bell Great Scottish Run
Race Month
October
Race Type
Road
Website
About the Great Scottish Run
The Great Scottish Run half marathon delivers Glasgow's unique charm with gritty warmth. Runners navigate this post-industrial city's renaissance, passing Victorian architecture, through revitalized neighborhoods, and alongside the River Clyde that once powered shipbuilding empires. October's crisp autumn creates ideal racing conditions as participants experience both Glasgow's proud working-class heritage and its dynamic cultural present. The course offers surprising hills that showcase the city's varied terrain while providing continuous visual interest. Glaswegian spectators bring their legendary humor and genuine warmth, creating an atmosphere unlike anywhere else in Britain. This race captures Glasgow's distinctive character—historically significant, architecturally impressive, and refreshingly unpretentious—offering both athletic challenge and cultural immersion in a city that balances industrial heritage with artistic innovation.
Course & Elevation
Participants
Average Number of Participants
30,000
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