Cancer Research UK London Summer Run

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The sunny counterpart of the massively popular London Winter Run, the London Summer Run is here to fulfil all your racing needs. Perfect for new, experienced, young, and old runners alike, this 10k takes you past iconic London sights. Enjoy an experience like no other this summer.
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Sun, 5 Sept 2021
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London, United Kingdom
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Where and when
Location
Trafalgar Square, Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DN, UK
Start times
Sunday, 5 Sept 2021
10k:
10:00 am
Event summary
Here are the distances available for Cancer Research UK London Summer Run
10k
Distance
10km
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1 Loop
£32 - £65
Route information
This new event is inspired by the London Winter Run which has been hugely popular, seeing 83,000 runners take part since it launched in 2015.
The route takes you through the heart of the capital, taking in the best sights and sounds of London with every section of the race bringing a new experience to those taking part. The race will start at Trafalgar Square and finishes at Whitehall, with all the excitement in between.
With no major hills, the route is relatively flat, meaning it is open to runners of all abilities. And with live music and many other on course surprises to be announced, this is an event not to be missed!
There will be plenty of fun along the course including a beach party, live music, and new, larger than life characters.
Beach Party
The beloved penguins are back again, but this time they're heading to the beach! Expect some party classics as you run through one of London's most remarkable get-togethers.
Live Music
There will plenty of music along the way to keep you motivated as you run, including the Rock Choir, Drumworks, Pantasy Steel Band, and Capital Connections, and more.
Larger Than Life Characters
With new additions to the already beloved characters such as Bear Chills, there will be the new flamingo section, plenty of the friendly sharks, and the events team of Lifeguards to cheer you along your way.
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What's included
  • World famous landmarks
  • Bespoke finisher's medal
  • Live music & summer fun
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How to get there
Trafalgar Square, Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DN, UK
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By Public Transport
Charring Cross Station and Embankment Underground are the closest stations to Trafalgar Square.
Event day logistics
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Exact timings can be seen in the table above.
Start Times
Your start time will be calculated from the estimated finish time you give when registering.
Race Pack
You race pack will be posted to you approximately 3 weeks before the event, and can arrive any day until the day before the event. If there are any changes to your address of the race pack does not arrive before the event, entrants will need to go to 'Event Pack Pick-Up' on Saturday to collect a replacement pack with photo ID.
The address of pack pick-up is: Radisson Blue Edwardian Hampshire Hotel, 31-36 Leicester Square, London, WC2H 7LH
Age Restrictions
You must be 15 or over to enter this event.
Bag Drop
There will be a bag drop at the event but it will be very busy. Please leave plenty of time as there will be queues. Only the official London Summer Run Drawstring bags will be accepted at the bag drop, which is included in your race pack. No other bags will be accepted.
Charity Partner
Cancer Research UK is the official charity partner of the London Summer Run, having been the official charity partner of the London Winter Run since it began in 2015.
Together, nearly £4 million has been raised to fund life-saving cancer research. Cancer Research UK has been at the heart of the progress that has already seen survival in the UK double in the last 40 years. Progress this event has helped make possible.
Covid-19 Guarantee
There will be a number of measures put in place to help keep all participants and staff members safe. These measures may include reducing start wave sizes, staggering start times to allow for increased space in the start process & on routes, removing or changing bag drop, implementing restrictions within finish areas to help to prevent large numbers of static persons gathering, and enhanced hygiene measures at any Water/Feed or Aid stations, or a reduction/removal of them.
Due to the likelihood of changes made in the upcoming weeks, exact measures will be communicated to participants approximately 2/3 weeks before the event.
FAQs
What time does the Cancer Research UK London Summer Run start?
Your start time will be calculated from the estimated finish time you give when registering.
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How old do I have to be to run in the Cancer Research UK London Summer Run?
All runners must be 15 years and older to enter the event.
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When will I get my race pack for the Cancer Research UK London Summer Run?
You race pack will be posted to you approximately 2 weeks before the event, and can arrive up to the day before the event. If your pack does not arrive in time, entrants should go to pack pick-up at the Radisson Blue Edwardian Hampshire Hotel on Saturday to collect their replacement pack.
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Can I wear headphones at the Cancer Research UK London Summer Run?
Headphones are strongly discouraged from the event, and runners who do choose to wear them are asked to only keep 1 ear in and keep the volume as low as possible.
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