Run the River. Along the Thames. 2025
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From Teach First
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for an unforgettable evening at Run the River, taking place on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, along the stunning banks of the Thames in London! Organised by Teach First, this exciting event invites runners of all levels to participate in either a 5k or 10k race, all while supporting a vital cause. As you navigate through iconic London landmarks, you’ll join over 2,500 fellow supporters in a twilight run that not only celebrates fitness but also champions educational equity.
By participating in Run the River, you’re not just racing; you’re making a difference. Every step you take and every pound you raise will help Teach First provide essential resources to disadvantaged schools and communities across England, ensuring that every child has the chance to fulfil their potential. Join us for this inspiring event, proudly supported by headline sponsor IG Group, and be part of a movement that empowers young minds and transforms lives. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to run for a brighter future!
By participating in Run the River, you’re not just racing; you’re making a difference. Every step you take and every pound you raise will help Teach First provide essential resources to disadvantaged schools and communities across England, ensuring that every child has the chance to fulfil their potential. Join us for this inspiring event, proudly supported by headline sponsor IG Group, and be part of a movement that empowers young minds and transforms lives. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to run for a brighter future!
Run the River. Along the Thames. 2025
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5.01 review
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Maria Tereza Pujol Bigarella
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Took part in the 2024 edition · 2 years ago
This was such a nice event! Organisation was top notch, the course was beautiful. Had a lot of fun!
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Event information
A fantastic route, great for a fun run, setting a quick time. Please note Run the River. Along the Thames. is not a closed route and you will be running amongst the public.
Soak up the atmosphere of our event village and experience iconic London landmarks as you run along the Thames at twilight.
Potters Fields Park
London
SE1 2UD
London
SE1 2UD
Please be aware that tube strikes are expected in London on the day, which may affect travel across the city. While this is outside of our control, we encourage you to plan your journey in advance and allow extra time to arrive.
To help you plan your journey, here are some useful details:
📍 Event Location: Potters Fields Park
🔎 Best postcode for Google Maps: SE1 2AA
🚶 Accessible via:
· Tooley Street
· Tower Bridge Road
· The Queen’s Walk (from More London)
· Shad Thames
🚆 Nearest Rail Station: London Bridge
🚌 Bus Routes:
· Tooley Street: 47, 343, 381
· Tower Bridge Road: 42, 78, 188
We recommend allowing extra time for your journey and checking travel updates before you set off. We understand travel may be more challenging than usual, but we hope you’ll still be able to join us.
To help you plan your journey, here are some useful details:
📍 Event Location: Potters Fields Park
🔎 Best postcode for Google Maps: SE1 2AA
🚶 Accessible via:
· Tooley Street
· Tower Bridge Road
· The Queen’s Walk (from More London)
· Shad Thames
🚆 Nearest Rail Station: London Bridge
🚌 Bus Routes:
· Tooley Street: 47, 343, 381
· Tower Bridge Road: 42, 78, 188
We recommend allowing extra time for your journey and checking travel updates before you set off. We understand travel may be more challenging than usual, but we hope you’ll still be able to join us.
If you are planning to walk, you must ensure you return to Potters Fields by 9.15pm. This means if you are planning on walking the 10k you must be able to complete within 2 hours and the 5k you must be able to complete within 1hour 30 minutes.
Bag drop will close at 9.30pm. Please ensure you collect your bag before heading offsite.
Please note, those who sign up after 31 of August will need to collect their race pack (including their running bib and t-shirt) from the event village on the day. Please allow extra time and come to the 'Info tent' when you arrive.
Bag drop will close at 9.30pm. Please ensure you collect your bag before heading offsite.
Please note, those who sign up after 31 of August will need to collect their race pack (including their running bib and t-shirt) from the event village on the day. Please allow extra time and come to the 'Info tent' when you arrive.
Your support has never been more vital
One in four children in the UK live in poverty.
All children have big dreams. But not every child gets the opportunities they need to thrive in school. Children experiencing poverty only have half the chance of fulfilling their potential at school than their wealthier classmates. You can change this by signing up and showing your support with Run the River. Help power the potential in our young people by fundraising or donating to support the children who need it the most.
With your help, we can ensure all children can have the future of their choice.
One in four children in the UK live in poverty.
All children have big dreams. But not every child gets the opportunities they need to thrive in school. Children experiencing poverty only have half the chance of fulfilling their potential at school than their wealthier classmates. You can change this by signing up and showing your support with Run the River. Help power the potential in our young people by fundraising or donating to support the children who need it the most.
With your help, we can ensure all children can have the future of their choice.
Organiser's description
Run the River. Along the Thames. 2025
Run the River is back this September. Sign up for Run the River 2025 and help ensure every young person gets the opportunity to fulfil their potential.
This year, our twilight run returns where hundreds of supporters take in famous London landmarks along the banks of the Thames on Wednesday 10 September.
Take part in either 5k or 10k with over 2,500 runners at the Thames and across the world as we help every child fulfil their potential.
You can help ensure every child, whatever their background, gets the education they deserve, and the opportunity to fulfil their potential.
Every mile covered, and every pound raised, will help fund our vital work in some of the most disadvantaged schools and communities in England
Step up for schools.
Run the River, along the Thames at our in-person event proudly supported by headline sponsor IG Group.
Run the River is back this September. Sign up for Run the River 2025 and help ensure every young person gets the opportunity to fulfil their potential.
This year, our twilight run returns where hundreds of supporters take in famous London landmarks along the banks of the Thames on Wednesday 10 September.
Take part in either 5k or 10k with over 2,500 runners at the Thames and across the world as we help every child fulfil their potential.
You can help ensure every child, whatever their background, gets the education they deserve, and the opportunity to fulfil their potential.
Every mile covered, and every pound raised, will help fund our vital work in some of the most disadvantaged schools and communities in England
Step up for schools.
Run the River, along the Thames at our in-person event proudly supported by headline sponsor IG Group.
Location
Potters Fields, London, SE1 2, United Kingdom
Run the River. Along the Thames. 2025
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Teach First
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2019
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