Morning events, Charity

RoadBlock Run (formerly Urbanathlon) returns with another race filled with obstacles for runners to negotiate in aid of Chest, Heart and Stroke Scotland. Prizes for fastest males, females and teams, as well as a special prize for runners in fancy dress.

A 5km fun run with charity partners available for those wishing to raise sponsorship for a good cause.

A jumble sale with a huge range of goodies from vinyl and clothing to kids' stuff and kitchenalia on offer.

The Dundee Cyclathon 2013, a cycle run around Dundee's Green Circular Route, will take place on Sun 15 Sep 2013. It starts and finishes at Camperdown Park.

Charity plant sale in aid of It's Good 2 Give.

The 11th sponsored cycle organised by the University of Glasgow to promote this fun and healthy activity and raise essential funds for leukaemia research. Families and riders of all abilities are welcome and you can chose between a 13 and a 26 mile route, both starting and finishing in Kelvingrove Park.

Race up the 38 floors of the Gherkin, then while you catch your breath you can take in the lovely views from the 40/30 bar, which is normally only accessible to members. Moon shoes advised (just kidding – that's probably dangerous). Saturday is for families (ages 8+) and Sunday is an all out race to the sky.

Fundraising gift and craft fair in aid of the pet charity PDSA.

This 23-mile trek in aid of Marie Curie climbs the Devil’'s Staircase and descends through Kinlochleven before continuing through the Nevis Forest to finish at Glen Nevis.

Raise money for Guide dogs on this sponsored walk. Your pooch gets his or her own certificate, a dog tag and goody bag. Booking is essential.

Fundraising event for Nordoff-Robbins Music Therapy with golf, live music and lots of good food.

Do your bit to help clean up Scotland.

Starting and finishing on Loch Lomond Shores and taking in great views, this fun run is open to adults and children aged 11+.

Get fit, enjoy the views and raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support by walking through the lovely setting of Holyrood Park on either a 3-mile or an 8-mile route. Suitable for the whole family (except for Rover).

It's the first day of the 50/50 Food Festival, and Henderson's staff are running the Edinburgh Half Marathon dressed up like giant vegetables. Naturally. Cheer them on at Regent Road as they race to support Edinburgh Garden Partners. Pledges can be made at the restaurant.

Walk one, five or ten miles around the beautiful grounds of Scone Palace to raise money for Parkinson's UK.

This annual charity walk raises funds for local charities. Take part, get fit and make new friends. Registration from 10.15am.