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From cultural landmarks and heritage to the city's quirky and hidden secrets, runners get to explore the capital on a route like no other with an atmosphere which will have you returning year after year!

This is a half marathon that is all about the experience of running through London's historic streets alongside thousands of others and is a completely not-for-profit event organised by a charity to benefit many charities!

Every year the race celebrates London's grand, quirky and hidden history like never before. Runners and spectators discover the birthplace of the bowler hat and learn about Roman life beneath the City's cobbled streets.

Highlights

• Traffic-free city half

  The route is a brilliant fusion of the capital's most iconic landmarks and a celebration of its storied history, including character performances, live music and brilliant views.

• Live music

  From steel drum bands to a live DJ, the capital reverberates to the beat of live music around this 13.1-mile course, keeping your energy levels high!

• Historical exhibitions

  Around the city, you can find characters from London's Roman, Tudor and Victorian history, celebrating everything that makes the city unique.

• Huge crowds

  Supporters and spectators hit the streets in their thousands to help cheer runners on to the finish line, creating an electric atmosphere.