Ed Scott

London-based trail runner

Wendover Woods 50


So hilly it’s just silly.


Posted by on December 11, 2021

Chiltern Wonderland 50


Whilst it was probably the toughest race of the Grand Slam so far in terms of conditions, the Chiltern Wonderland 50 was also unexpectedly my favourite course.


Posted by on October 16, 2021

The Serpent Trail 50k


Cruising, followed by a bruising.


Posted by on July 7, 2021

The North Downs way 50


Almost two years after signing up, I finally got to run the North Downs Way 50.


Posted by on June 4, 2021

The South Downs Way 50


After a year of no racing, I finally got to run my first Centurion event – the South Downs Way 50.


Posted by on April 27, 2021

2021: Taking Stock


It’s been some time since I last posted anything to do with my own running on this blog. This is largely because there’s not been much to report on, other than a steady block of consistent running, interrupted only by a positive COVID test on Christmas Eve. Staggeringly, we are already a quarter of the […]


Posted by on April 5, 2021

4 trail running spots around London


Think Londoners have to miss out on great trail running? Think again. Despite being the UK’s biggest city, London is within easy reach of some of the country’s most stunning landscapes. Whether you’re a complete beginner or a seasoned veteran, a great trail run is never more than a train ride away. To help you […]


Posted by on March 17, 2021

TrailX Winter Woodland Run


Earning 2020’s one and only medal, the hard way.


Posted by on December 19, 2020

City of Stars – Alison Walker and the Smog Graham Round


Supporting a superstar on a very urban adventure.


Posted by on October 30, 2020

No Damn Whinging 50


Running my first 50 miler in unusual times.


Posted by on July 25, 2020