Run the Thames Bridges - half marathon

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  • Date Fri 16th February 2024 - Wed 30th April 2025
  • Location London
  • Price £17.00 - £24.00
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances Half Marathon

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Get ready to lace up your running shoes for an unforgettable experience at the Run the Thames Bridges half marathon, organized by Secret London Runs! This exciting event allows you to explore the beauty of London while tackling a 21.1 km route that takes you over 17 stunning Thames bridges. From Tower Bridge to Putney, this self-guided audio tour, which runs from February 16, 2024, to April 30, 2025, will provide you with fascinating audio commentary triggered by your GPS, highlighting the rich history of the River Thames and its iconic bridges.

As you run, you'll enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of London and pass by major attractions like the Tower of London, St Paul's Cathedral, Big Ben, and the London Peace Pagoda. This is not just a run; it’s an adventure filled with exploration and discovery! Whether you're a casual runner or a seasoned athlete, this unique challenge is perfect for anyone looking to combine fitness with sightseeing. Sign up today and earn an optional finisher medal upon completion. Join Secret London Runs for an exhilarating journey along the Thames that promises to be both fun and enlightening!

Run the Thames Bridges - half marathon

Fri 16th February 2024 - Wed 30th April 2025

Three women are jogging on a modern footbridge in bright daylight with smiles on their faces. In the background, there is a tall industrial-style building with a sign that reads "SEE GREAT ART FROM AROUND THE WORLD." They are dressed in athletic wear. Four people, dressed in athletic clothing, jog along Westminster Bridge in London. The iconic Palace of Westminster and Big Ben are visible in the background, partially covered by scaffolding. The sky is partly cloudy, and the River Thames runs alongside the bridge. A person wearing a pink cap, sunglasses, and sporty attire stands on a bridge with their arms raised in joy. The background features the River Thames and the iconic Houses of Parliament and Big Ben in London on a sunny day.

Organiser's Description

Run a half marathon over the Thames bridges on a self-guided audio tour, triggered by your GPS.

Secret London Runs challenge you to run a half marathon over 17 of the Thames bridges in a unique self-guided audio tour that takes you from Tower Bridge to Putney.​

With 17 bridges in total, your GPS location will trigger directions, along with audio commentary that celebrates the history of the glorious River Thames, its bridges and the development of our capital along its banks.

As you cross over every bridge possible along the route, you'll enjoy some of the best views of London, discover their history and get a unique training run in the bag.

Sign up today and take on the challenge at any time until 30th April 2025 with an optional finisher medal upon completion.

The exact route of the tour will be revealed when you strap in and begin your audio tour. But over it's 21.1km duration you will see:

Tower Bridge, London Bridge, Millenium Bridge, Waterloo Bridge (+13 more Thames Bridges)
Panoramic views of London
Many of London's biggest attractions (the Tower of London, St Paul's Cathedral, Big Ben, Battersea Power Station, the London Peace Pagoda and loads more)

We've been leading running tours of London for 9 years and can't wait to show you some of the city's best bits along our famous river.

Races

  • Run the Thames Bridges

    £17.00

    Booking for more than 1?
  • Run the Thames Bridges - With Medal

    £24.00

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5.0

1 review

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Guy

·4 months ago

I ran this by myself last week and really enjoyed it. I'd fancied doing the bridges for some time now and this seemed perfect. It starts by the big sundial next to the tube station and the directions are pretty good I felt. No wrong turns by me. I will say that once around Battersea the directions went wrong (my phone or the app caused it?), but after a few minutes fiddling around I got back on track. There's talking every couple of minutes so if it stops have a look at the app. You can't set a pb on this course, it's purely a running based tour. I do recommend it and will do others by these guys.

Location

Tower Hill, London, United Kingdom

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