Thames Meander Summer
From HermesRunning
- Date Sun 9th August 2026
- Time 08:30
- Location Richmond, Greater London
- Price £37.36 - £58.59
- Races 3 races
- Distances 10km, Half Marathon, Marathon
Top rated
This is a five star event
Event summary
Join us for the thrilling Thames Meander Summer event, organized by HermesRunning, on Sunday, August 9, 2026! This vibrant race series takes place in the picturesque setting of Richmond, Greater London, and offers runners the chance to experience the stunning Thames Path. Participants can choose from three exciting race distances: a quick 10km, a challenging half marathon, or a full marathon, all set along a flat and runnable route.
Starting at the Petersham & Ham Sea Scouts HQ, the scenic out-and-back courses lead you along the beautiful riverside, with the 10km route turning around at Kew Gardens Car Park, while the half marathon and marathon continue to the Barnes Sports Club for their respective turnaround points. With well-stocked checkpoints, enthusiastic marshals, and top-notch medical support from KLP Medics, this event promises a supportive and exhilarating atmosphere for runners of all levels. Don't miss out on this opportunity to be part of one of the UK's top-rated marathon experiences!
Starting at the Petersham & Ham Sea Scouts HQ, the scenic out-and-back courses lead you along the beautiful riverside, with the 10km route turning around at Kew Gardens Car Park, while the half marathon and marathon continue to the Barnes Sports Club for their respective turnaround points. With well-stocked checkpoints, enthusiastic marshals, and top-notch medical support from KLP Medics, this event promises a supportive and exhilarating atmosphere for runners of all levels. Don't miss out on this opportunity to be part of one of the UK's top-rated marathon experiences!
Thames Meander Summer
Sun 9th August 2026
Organiser's Description
A stunningly scenic riverside race series starting from the Petersham & Ham Sea Scouts HQ, Douglas House Meadow, Richmond, TW10 7AH and heading out to Barnes on the Thames Path towpath (opposite Barnes Sports Club) then returning on this out / back route to finish back at the Petersham & Ham Sea Scouts. All three race distances are very fast, flat on a runnable route proceeding all along the Thames Path, and the course is very well marked and marshalled all the way along. The Check Points are well stocked and there is excellent medical support throughout from our KLP Medics that are stationed at the Start / Finish (Check Point 1) and at Kew Gardens Car Park (Ferry Lane) Check Point 2.
Thames Meander Route Descriptions
Thames Meander Routes: These three run routes will all start at the Petersham & Ham Sea Cadets HQ venue and will run alongside the Thames Path on stunning out / back routes.
10km Route: This will be a x1 lap out / back loop for the 10km distance, starting at the Petersham & Ham Sea Cadets HQ and heading out along the Thames Path to Kew Gardens Car Park Check Point 2 the turnaround point and back.
Half Marathon Route: This will be a x1 13.1 mile out and back loop for the half marathon, starting at the Petersham & Ham Sea Cadets HQ heading out along the Thames Path to opposite the Barnes Sports Club Check Point 3 the turnaround point and back.
Marathon Route: This will be x2 13.1 mile out and back loops for the marathon, starting at the Petersham & Ham Sea Cadets HQ heading out along the Thames Path to opposite the Barnes Sports Club Check Point 3 the turnaround point and back.
This is a trail run so please understand that all three routes are as accurate as they can possibly be on this Thames Path trail, given that there are members of the public including some cyclists using this trail. The turnaround points at Kew Gardens CP2 (10km only) and at Barnes (opposite the Barnes Sports Club) for the half and marathon, will be very well marshalled. The three Check Points will also be well stocked with a selection of high energy foods, gels, drinks and electrolyte powders so you can keep well hydrated, and maintain your refuelling needs throughout the race.
Check Point Locations:
- CP1 Start /Finish Petersham & Ham Sea Scouts HQ, Petersham Road, Richmond, TW10 7AH (KLP Medics)
- CP2 Kew Gardens Car Park, Ferry Lane, TW9 3AG (KLP Medics)
- CP3 Thames Path (opp) Barnes Sports Club, Lonsdale Rd, SW13 9Q
Runners World is rated as one of the top 10 marathons in the U.K.
Thames Meander Route Descriptions
Thames Meander Routes: These three run routes will all start at the Petersham & Ham Sea Cadets HQ venue and will run alongside the Thames Path on stunning out / back routes.
10km Route: This will be a x1 lap out / back loop for the 10km distance, starting at the Petersham & Ham Sea Cadets HQ and heading out along the Thames Path to Kew Gardens Car Park Check Point 2 the turnaround point and back.
Half Marathon Route: This will be a x1 13.1 mile out and back loop for the half marathon, starting at the Petersham & Ham Sea Cadets HQ heading out along the Thames Path to opposite the Barnes Sports Club Check Point 3 the turnaround point and back.
Marathon Route: This will be x2 13.1 mile out and back loops for the marathon, starting at the Petersham & Ham Sea Cadets HQ heading out along the Thames Path to opposite the Barnes Sports Club Check Point 3 the turnaround point and back.
This is a trail run so please understand that all three routes are as accurate as they can possibly be on this Thames Path trail, given that there are members of the public including some cyclists using this trail. The turnaround points at Kew Gardens CP2 (10km only) and at Barnes (opposite the Barnes Sports Club) for the half and marathon, will be very well marshalled. The three Check Points will also be well stocked with a selection of high energy foods, gels, drinks and electrolyte powders so you can keep well hydrated, and maintain your refuelling needs throughout the race.
Check Point Locations:
- CP1 Start /Finish Petersham & Ham Sea Scouts HQ, Petersham Road, Richmond, TW10 7AH (KLP Medics)
- CP2 Kew Gardens Car Park, Ferry Lane, TW9 3AG (KLP Medics)
- CP3 Thames Path (opp) Barnes Sports Club, Lonsdale Rd, SW13 9Q
Runners World is rated as one of the top 10 marathons in the U.K.
Races
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Marathon
Sun 9th August 2026 (08:30)
£58.59
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Half Marathon
Sun 9th August 2026 (09:00)
£47.97
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10km
Sun 9th August 2026 (09:15)
£37.36
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1 review
Rob
·a year ago
Loved it, great route along the Thames. Small event, no marshalls on the route, water stations at around 5k, half way point and then the first one again on the way back around 16k. Would definitely do it again.
Location
Petersham Road, Richmond TW10 7AH, UK
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