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Virgin Money London Marathon route
The London Marathon course is one of the most iconic routes in running. Winding its way through the heart of the capital, with crowds lining the side of the route at every step, the course has barely changed since the race was first held in 1981.
The course begins starts in leafy Blackheath, heads east through Charlton and Woolwich for three miles, turns west and passes the Cutty Sark in Greenwich after six to seven miles.
It crosses the River Thames at Tower Bridge and then loops around London, right past the Shard. Continuing along past the 12th mile markers, runners will be taken past Canary Wharf and the London Eye.
Runners will finish in a blaze of glory along London's most iconic landmarks, Big Ben and The Houses of Parliament and Buckingham Palace.
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Virgin Money London Marathon reviews (56)
Did the London Marathon in 2020
Virtual London Marathon in the rainDid the London Marathon in 2020
4th October 2020
40th London Marathon (virtual)Did the London Marathon in 2017
Better next time!Did the London Marathon in 2020
Great fun.Did the London Marathon in 2018
FabulousDid the London Marathon in 2017
Fantastic, best marathon in the worldDid the London Marathon in 2019
End of an Epic MonthDid the London Marathon in 2018
So So So HotDid the London Marathon in 2017
One of the six marathon majors, the most over subscribed and popular event on the planet, incredible crowds, unique atmosphere, an opportunity to run this event is an opportunity not to be missed.Did the London Marathon in 2019
Simply AMAZING!!! The organisation was spot on, bag drop was a breeze, lots of toilets, the waves were easy to navigate. Potentially the best day. Ever!
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