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Diggers Dash is an untimed charity run and walk occurring on 24 October 2026, connecting The Athletic Arms with Diggers Leith in Edinburgh. The event features one route between the two pubs and has a ticket price of £11.55.
Join us for the Diggers Dash, an untimed charity run and walk connecting The Athletic Arms (Diggers) with Diggers Leith.
One Route. Two Pubs. One Great Cause.
Join us for the Diggers Dash, an untimed charity run or walk connecting The Athletic Arms (Diggers) in Edinburgh with Diggers Leith, following the Water of Leith Walkway along the way.
We’re teaming up with the National Deaf Children’s Society (NDCS) for a relaxed, community-focused event, while raising money for a brilliant cause.
This isn’t a race. There are no timing chips, no race numbers and no prizes for finishing first. Run, jog or walk the approximately 9K route at your own pace, enjoy the scenery and finish up with a well-earned pint.
THE ROUTE
The Athletic Arms → Roseburn → Water of Leith Walkway → Dean Village → Stockbridge → Canonmills → Bonnington → Leith → Diggers Leith
Around 9K of one of Edinburgh’s finest routes, taking you from one Diggers to the other.
HOW IT WORKS
There’s no mass start, so there’s no need to sprint out the door.
Registration opens: 11am
Start window: 11am–3pm
Register at The Athletic Arms (Diggers), grab your route information and set off whenever suits you during the four-hour start window.
Take it at your own pace, whether that’s a steady run, a jog with pals or a leisurely walk.
YOUR £10 ENTRY GOES TO NDCS
Entry is £10 per person, with every penny of the entry fee donated directly to the National Deaf Children’s Society.
NDCS supports deaf children and young people across the UK, helping improve opportunities for deaf children and their families.
A PINT AT THE FINISH
Once you’ve made it to Diggers Leith, hand in your finish token and enjoy a complimentary pint of Stewart Brewing beer.
There’ll also be random spot prizes throughout the afternoon, with runners and walkers having an equal chance of winning.
EVENT DETAILS
Diggers DashStart: The Athletic Arms (Diggers), Edinburgh
Finish: Diggers Leith
Distance: Approximately 9K
Format: Untimed run/walk
Registration: 11am
Start window: 11am–3pm
Entry: £10 per person
Charity: National Deaf Children’s Society
Finish: Complimentary pint of Stewart Brewing beer
Age: 18+ only
A FEW THINGS TO KNOW
This is a social, untimed event rather than a race. The route uses public paths and shared spaces, so please be considerate of other path users, who always have priority.
You’ll be responsible for crossing roads safely and taking part at your own risk.
All participants must be 18 or over.
READY TO DASH?
Grab your pals, lace up your trainers and join us for a wee adventure from Diggers to Diggers, all while raising money for a brilliant cause.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
Staying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Athletic Arms.
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Frequently asked questions
Diggers Dash takes place on Saturday, 24 October 2026 at 11:00.
Diggers Dash is held at Athletic Arms in Edinburgh (1-3 Angle Park Terrace, Edinburgh, EH11 2JX).
Tickets for Diggers Dash are priced at £11.55. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Athletic Arms can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Diggers Dash can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

Editorial Summary
Diggers Dash is an untimed charity run and walk occurring on 24 October 2026, connecting The Athletic Arms with Diggers Leith in Edinburgh. The event features one route between the two pubs and has a ticket price of £11.55.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Organiser’s full description
Join us for the Diggers Dash, an untimed charity run and walk connecting The Athletic Arms (Diggers) with Diggers Leith.
One Route. Two Pubs. One Great Cause.
Join us for the Diggers Dash, an untimed charity run or walk connecting The Athletic Arms (Diggers) in Edinburgh with Diggers Leith, following the Water of Leith Walkway along the way.
We’re teaming up with the National Deaf Children’s Society (NDCS) for a relaxed, community-focused event, while raising money for a brilliant cause.
This isn’t a race. There are no timing chips, no race numbers and no prizes for finishing first. Run, jog or walk the approximately 9K route at your own pace, enjoy the scenery and finish up with a well-earned pint.
THE ROUTE
The Athletic Arms → Roseburn → Water of Leith Walkway → Dean Village → Stockbridge → Canonmills → Bonnington → Leith → Diggers Leith
Around 9K of one of Edinburgh’s finest routes, taking you from one Diggers to the other.
HOW IT WORKS
There’s no mass start, so there’s no need to sprint out the door.
Registration opens: 11am
Start window: 11am–3pm
Register at The Athletic Arms (Diggers), grab your route information and set off whenever suits you during the four-hour start window.
Take it at your own pace, whether that’s a steady run, a jog with pals or a leisurely walk.
YOUR £10 ENTRY GOES TO NDCS
Entry is £10 per person, with every penny of the entry fee donated directly to the National Deaf Children’s Society.
NDCS supports deaf children and young people across the UK, helping improve opportunities for deaf children and their families.
A PINT AT THE FINISH
Once you’ve made it to Diggers Leith, hand in your finish token and enjoy a complimentary pint of Stewart Brewing beer.
There’ll also be random spot prizes throughout the afternoon, with runners and walkers having an equal chance of winning.
EVENT DETAILS
Diggers DashStart: The Athletic Arms (Diggers), Edinburgh
Finish: Diggers Leith
Distance: Approximately 9K
Format: Untimed run/walk
Registration: 11am
Start window: 11am–3pm
Entry: £10 per person
Charity: National Deaf Children’s Society
Finish: Complimentary pint of Stewart Brewing beer
Age: 18+ only
A FEW THINGS TO KNOW
This is a social, untimed event rather than a race. The route uses public paths and shared spaces, so please be considerate of other path users, who always have priority.
You’ll be responsible for crossing roads safely and taking part at your own risk.
All participants must be 18 or over.
READY TO DASH?
Grab your pals, lace up your trainers and join us for a wee adventure from Diggers to Diggers, all while raising money for a brilliant cause.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Diggers Dash?
Diggers Dash takes place on Saturday, 24 October 2026 at 11:00.
Where is Diggers Dash taking place?
Diggers Dash is held at Athletic Arms in Edinburgh (1-3 Angle Park Terrace, Edinburgh, EH11 2JX).
How much are tickets for Diggers Dash?
Tickets for Diggers Dash are priced at £11.55. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Is there anywhere to stay near Diggers Dash?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Athletic Arms can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Diggers Dash?
Tickets for Diggers Dash can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Hotels within walking distance of Athletic Arms
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£11.55
Date
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