Runners are set to take over the capital on Sunday 13 July, with 17,000 runners due to take on the Saucony London 10k finish line.
The race – the only closed-road running event that goes down Regent Street – will see runners pass Big Ben, the London Eye and Trafalgar Square as the capital comes together for a celebration of the city.
Whether running or spectating, here’s everything you need to know for the big day
Bib collection
If runners have opted for collection, they must pick up their bibs from the Sweaty Betty Carnaby Street store. Collection is available from 12:00-19:00 from 8-11 July and 10:00-18:00 on 12 July.
Otherwise, participants should have received their bibs in the post.
When is it?
The Saucony London 10k race kicks off at 09:30 on Sunday 13 July. Participants should plan their journey well in advance, as thousands of runners and supporters will be making their way to the area.
Bag drop opens from 07:45 the morning of the race, located at Waterloo Place, SW1Y 5ER. Runners are encouraged to arrive race ready to ease congestion. This means arriving without a bag and being able to head straight to the start line.
Finishers are expected to pass the finish line as early as 10:00. The cut off time is 12:15.
Where is it?
Start line: 101 Piccadilly, W1J 7JT
Finish line: 70 Whitehall, SW1A 2AS
Bag Drop & Helpdesk: Waterloo Place, SW1Y 5ER
Runners will set off next to Green Park before heading towards Piccadilly Circus Station. Various iconic landmarks will be passed – including a section running alongside the River Thames – runners will make their way past Downing Street and across the finish line.
Water and aid stations will be available at 6.25km and 8.75km. Course marshals dressed in pink hi-vis will be on hand to help anyone in need of assistance.
Where to watch?
Family and friends supporting their loved ones will be able to track their progress along the route via the tracking link on the Saucony London 10k website. Each kilometre will be signposted to help you plan where to be to spot your runner.
A lineup of live bands and DJ’s will be dotted along the route, with performers like DJ Chrystilize, DrumWorks and West End Musical Choir keeping participants energised and electrified for the remainder of their run.
Saucony will set up cheer points along the route in collaboration with local run clubs, like Your Friendly Runners who will be at Embankment with a DJ truck and a speed camera.
How to get there
The easiest way to get to the event will be via the Tube to Charing Cross, Embankment, Victoria, St James’ Park or Westminster station.
Driving or cycling should be avoided, due to road closures around the route starting as early as 5:00. These closures include Santander cycling docks along the route, which will be suspended for the day.
Event volunteers and walking route signs will be on-hand for anyone looking for directions on the day.
