Discover London’s most iconic landmarks in the only closed road half marathon to go through both City of London and City of Westminster.
Looking for a way to explore some of the finest landmarks London has to offer, while taking on a running challenge with a difference? This might be the race for you! From the Bowler hat send off to the Roman reception; amazing samba bands to the London Show Choir, runners and spectators alike will be kept entertained throughout the course.
If you have your own place for the 2026 event, you can still join Team Marsden today and make a difference to the lives of people with cancer around the world.
• Sign up via the registration form. Registration is £30 per person and we ask each participant to reach a minimum fundraising target of £350.
• Once you’ve signed up, you’ll be added to the official event console to claim your charity place with the event organisers. You will be sent a separate link via email and will need to complete this to secure your place. After you’ve completed both steps, you’ll be all set to lace up your trainers and get running.
• Once you’ve signed up, you’ll receive one to one support from a dedicated member of the charity team to help you with your fundraising efforts and to answer any questions you may have as you prepare for the big day.
• You’ll also have access to our professional half marathon training plans to encourage you to start logging those miles. Whether it’s your first big race or you’re a seasoned runner, our plans will help structure your training to make sure you are ready for the challenge.
• When you register, you will also be able to join our Team Marsden Runners Facebook group. Our fun, friendly and supportive online community will be there to support you all the way, share top tips and advice and keep you motivated in the run up to the event.
1. Start on Pall Mall with views of the River Thames.
2. Head up past Blackfriars and St Paul's Cathedral.
3. Loop back to pass the iconic Royal Courts of Justice.
4. Run into East London towards the historic Tower of London and Tower Bridge.
5. Turn back towards the centre of the city for the final few miles.
6. Continue along the river to reach Westminster Bridge and Big Ben.
7. Finish in the heart of London at Downing Street.
Your registration includes:
• Your race bib and welcome pack sent prior to the day, including your very own Royal Marsden Cancer Charity running vest.
• Fundraising support and advice from a dedicated member of staff at The Royal Marsden and access to our supportive Team Marsden runners Facebook group.
• Professional training plans to help you prepare for the big day.
• The loudest charity cheer points on the route to keep you motivated as you tackle the course.
Grace-Anna took part in The London Landmarks Half Marathon as a way to give back to The Royal Marsden for providing care for her mum and brother.
“I wanted to run for The Royal Marsden as my mum went through breast cancer treatment a few years ago, and my brother received leukaemia treatment at the hospital. Both are now both thankfully in remission, but I wanted to do something to give back. When I started running, the cheers from the crowds, the well wishes from spectators, and the music were so inspirational - it made all those months of training worth it. I especially loved The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity cheer station - it helped give me that final push and reminded me of what this was all for."
Thanks to our supporters we continue to be there for everyone who needs us. We ensure the nurses, doctors and researchers at The Royal Marsden can provide the very best care and develop life-saving treatments.
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