Common Ground
Weekender
23–25 January 2026 |
Leith Community Croft
Help the Croft survive and thrive into the future by raising £10,000
This is a weekend for everyone to come together and to celebrate community. In addition to the main Croftathon running events, we’re releasing tickets for workshops including Eric’s famous Dance Fit class, Wendy’s amazing Winter Remedies, our series of Friday night talks, all with a tap to donate on site. We will have a licensed bar, poetry recitals, and Haggis. Neeps and Tatties and alongside there will be live music, baking, hula hooping and lots more to enjoy and support from Friday through Sunday. So, you can sign up to activities in advance, raise sponsorship, or just rock up and join in the fun, while supporting this important community asset.
Why we are doing this?
For twelve years, Leith Community Croft has been a place where Leith comes together: to grow food, learn skills, care for the land, and for each other.
Now, as economic pressures cut grassroots funding and costs increase, the Croft needs support to move into 2026 on a sustainable footing.
So, we’re doing what this community does best: coming together.
In January, we’ll wrap the Croft in a living, moving circle of love - through walking, running, rolling, baking, dancing, listening, and sharing food - and we aim to raise £10,000 to protect this vital space.
What is the: Croftathon?
We are bringing together a three-day, community-powered fundraiser inspired by backyard ultras, but reimagined for everyone.
The idea is simple: every lap around the Croft adds another layer of protection.
Our Collective Goal is 4,536 laps. One for every day the Croft’s parent organisation, Earth in Common, has existed.
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Wheelchair laps encouraged
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Fancy dress encouraged
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Relay teams encouraged
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One lap is enough to be part of it!
Want to join in? You have two sign up tasks to ensure your officially registered.
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Register for a free ticket with Eventbrite. This is simply so we know the amount of runners taking part.
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Entry to the event is via JustGiving. Collect sponsorship or sponsor yourself - we understand that runners that run lots of racing might not want to ask for sponsorship.
Just Giving
Set up your own fundraising page using this sign up link. Adults are invited to raise sponsorship on behalf of the children, or young adults.
Eventbrite
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Register your participation for the adult event which will be held on
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Register your participation for the junior fun run event which will be held on
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Saturday 24th January 2026
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Not a runner, we've got you covered
Dance Fit
Dance fit at the Croftathon!
Shake off the winter chill and power up with a burst of rhythm! Join us for a high-energy dance session with Eric’s famous class. To be held during Croftathon weekender at Leith Community Croft. No experience needed—just bring your moves, your smile, and your community spirit.
When: 2pm on 25th January 2026
Where: at Leith Community Croft
Why: Your energy helps to keep the Croft thriving
Sign up or learn more:
Stories of Endurance
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Burns Supper
Friday 23 January – Stories of Endurance
An evening celebration of talks and conversation about resilience, community, and endurance - on the trail and off it.
Speakers to be announced, keep an eye on our website and social channels.
This is a warm, welcoming evening open to all - runners and non-runners alike.
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