Edinburgh Marathon
Join Research Autism on 26/27 May 2012
The Edinburgh Marathon is the backbone of Research Autism’s fundraising: both individual marathon runners and teams of four relay runners have given their time, energy and fundraising skills to enable us to commission and support crucial breakthrough research into autism treatments.
Download Edinburgh Marathon flyer (PDF)
Why Edinburgh?
Edinburgh is a beautiful city and a great place to visit.
Runners will get a chance to soak up the atmosphere of the historic old town before heading out of the city into the beautiful countryside and coastlines of East Lothian.
With spectacular views and landmarks steeped in Scottish history, there will be plenty to keep runners distracted from the gruelling challenge. The course will eventually sweep round to bring runners back to finish at Musselburgh Racecourse.
This world famous venue will provide a superb background to the end of the race and offers all amenities a weary but exultant runner could possibly want.
And at Edinburgh you can choose either to take on the full 26.2 miles as an individual runner – an outstanding personal achievement – or to run as part of a four person relay team – a wonderful team event.
Why Research Autism?
Running a marathon as an individual or as part of a team is a wonderful achievement in itself. But why not harness your determination – and increase your motivation in training and to get across the finish line – by supporting a deserving cause that urgently needs your help?
Sheaian Lee, who recently ran the Bristol Half Marathon for us, says: “There were timesduring my training when my motivation started to crumble. But remembering that the money I would raise would help to improve the quality of life of people with autism really kept me going.”
We are the only charity focused exclusively on building a solid research base to document interventions (treatments or therapies) for autism rather than its causes. We aim to be the trusted source that those affected so desperately need for information on effective and scientifically researched treatments.
We have the active support of many of the world’s leading figures in autism, but we need your help too.
How do I join the Research Autism running team?
Challenge yourself in 2012.
We are now promoting an opportunity to take part of the Edinburgh Marathon in 2012 in support of Research Autism.
Would you like to get fit, lose weight or simply set yourself a challenge, then why not take on one of the events below and help us by raising money for Research Autism.
- Full Marathon – 26.2 miles
- Half Marathon – 13.1 miles
- Team Relay – This requires 4 runners. The 26.2 miles is split into 4 “legs”.
- 10K
- 5K
And if you plan to bring children with you, there are also two junior races:
- 1.5K for 6-10 yr olds
- 3.5K for 11-14 yr olds
There are two ways in which you can join the Research Autism team:
- Apply for your own place and then raise money for Research Autism
- Apply for a Charity Assured Place on the Research Autism Team
Apply for your own place and then raise money for Research Autism
Online entries are now open and participants can apply online for their space at https://www.edinburgh-marathon.com. (Open in new window)
If you are successful in gaining a place in the 2012 Edinburgh Marathon, then we’d love to have you as part of our Research Autism Team! You can let us know you want to run for Research Autism via the Edinburgh Marathon Festival Website (Open in new window)
Apply for a Charity Assured Place on the Research Autism Team
To join the team, simply complete our online form for the relevant event on the Edinburgh Marathon Festival Website (Open in new window)
Minimum fundraising requirements are £750 per full marathon runner and £1,000 for a four person relay team (i.e. £375 per team member). Please note, if you do not raise enough sponsorship to cover the cost of your race place, £125, you will be invoiced after the race to cover any shortfall.
Once you have completed the form online, we will contact you within 7 days to let you know if your application has been successful.
If you would like any more information about running for Research Autism, simply email marathon@researchautism.net or call us on 020 3490 3094. We will be delighted to answer any queries.
Benefits of Research Autism Team
When you join our Research Autism Team with either a guaranteed charity place or directly through the online entry system, we’ll provide you with:
- a full fundraising pack
- a marathon or half marathon training guide
- a sponsorship form
- your free Research Autism Team running vest or T-shirt
- regular newsletters, keeping you up to date with Research Autism Team Edinburgh News
- an invitation to the Research Autism Team Welcome Evening
- the loudest and most supportive cheerers on the course!
- and you’ll receive a VIP reception with plenty of refreshments and a well deserved massage at our post-race hospitality tent located in the official charity village.
We look forward to hearing from you! Thank you for your support.
Frequently Asked Questions
When it comes to support, there’s no competition. Find out everything you need to know about entering, training and completing the run
Other fundraising events
We would also like to hear from you if you would like to support us through sponsored involvement in any other event. We can provide support and further information about the charity. Please email info@researchautism.net
Related Links
- Download Edinburgh Marathon flyer (PDF)
- Edinburgh Marathon Festival Website (Open in new window)
- Research Autism Challenge Events
- Research Autism Events
- Fundraising for Research Autism
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