London Landmarks Half Marathon 2026: Full route and best places to watch on race day
Here’s your full guide to the 2026 London Landmarks Half Marathon.
The London Landmarks Half Marathon will once again take over the capital this spring, as thousands of runners hit the streets for one of the city’s most scenic races.
Taking place on 12 April 2026, the race sees runners tackle a 13.1-mile route through central London, covering both the City of London and Westminster.
Along the course, runners will pass some of the capital’s most recognisable sights, with landmarks such as the London Eye and Tower Bridge visible along the way.
This year’s race marks the eighth edition of the London Landmarks Half Marathon, which first launched in 2018.
So if you’re taking part or planning on supporting a loved one who is, here’s all the race day info you need to know ahead of the 2026 London Landmarks Half Marathon.
London Landmarks Half Marathon route
Starting right by Downing Street, the course passes Big Ben and over Westminster Bridge before heading back along the Thames to Embankment.
The route stays by the river all the way to Tower Hill before looping back to the city of London between Bank and St Paul’s.
Then is a detour by the Royal Courts Of Justice and Somerset House before ending by Trafalgar Square.
Best places to watch the London Landmarks Half Marathon 2026
As the Bankside along the Thames is a large part of the route the stretch is sure to be lined with people watching runners on the day.
St Paul’s Cathedral may also be a good area to head to watch as it is towards the end of the route.
Of course if you want to see runners cross the finish line, Trafalgar Square is the spot to be which will also no doubt be very busy.
What celebs are running the 2026 London Landmarks Half Marathon?
A confirmed list of all the celeb participants is yet to be announced for this year’s race. But over the years several famous faces have donned their running shoes for the event.
Dame Kelly Holmes led last year’s race with Amanda Holden, Dermot O'Leary and brothers AJ and Curtis Pritchard having also previously taken part.
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