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Battersea Park Half Marathon
London, United Kingdom
November 21, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunLakes & Ponds+1
GBCity Runs & Local Calendar
Running Calendar Races in London: City Runs, Half Marathons & Trails
18 verified events (8 confirmed dates) and 53 races in Races in London with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events188 confirmed dates
Competitions53Races & courses
Distances1.5 - 100 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+2,600 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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London West DEKA Trifecta
London, United Kingdom
November 28, 2026 to November 29, 2026Date confirmed
5 km1.61 km
Nature & Off-RoadCulture & History+1
Photo: Stephen Craven · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
London Landmarks Half Marathon
London, United Kingdom
April 4, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km
City RunCharity Run+1
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London Marathon
London, United Kingdom
April 25, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km
Charity RunCity Run+3
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Royal Parks Half Marathon
London, United Kingdom
October 10, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km
Charity RunCity Run
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Thames Path Challenge
London, United Kingdom
Date to be announcedDate TBA
100 km50 km28 km22 km
Point-to-PointNature & Off-Road+2
Photo: U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Rebecca Floto · Public Domain · Wikimedia CommonsObstacle Course RacingSpartan Race Series
London South East Spartan
London, United Kingdom
Date to be announcedDate TBA
50 km21 km10 km5 km+1
Culture & HistoryNature & Off-Road+2
Photo: Stephen Craven · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
London 1.5k, 5k,10k and Half Marathon MoRun
London, United Kingdom
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km1.5 km
City RunPublic Park+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 21, 2026 | Battersea Park Half Marathon | London, England, GB | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Nov 28, 2026 - Nov 29, 2026 | London West DEKA Trifecta | London, England, GB | Obstacle Course Racing | 5 km1.61 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 4, 2027 | London Landmarks Half Marathon | London, England, GB | Road Running | 21.1 km |
| Apr 25, 2027 | London Marathon | London, England, GB | Road Running | 42.2 km |
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 10, 2027 | Royal Parks Half Marathon | London, England, GB | Road Running | 21.1 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Thames Path Challenge | London, England, GB | Trail Running | 100 km50 km28 km22 km |
| Date to be announced | London South East Spartan | London, England, GB | Obstacle Course Racing | 50 km21 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | London 1.5k, 5k,10k and Half Marathon MoRun | London, England, GB | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km1.5 km |
| Date to be announced | RunThrough Trails Victoria Park | London, England, GB | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | 5 & 10km de Noël de Londres | London, England, GB | Road Running | 10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | London Half Marathon & 10K | London, England, GB | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Ultra London | London, England, GB | Trail Running | 55 km25 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The host city of Races in London (Greater London, London, United Kingdom) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 18 public events and 53 individual races, including 8 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Obstacle Course Racing, and Trail Running. Key host locations include London. Notable events in the selection include Battersea Park Half Marathon, London West DEKA Trifecta, and London Landmarks Half Marathon.
Race distances span from 1.5 km to 100 km, reaching up to +2,600 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in London includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Races in London?
RunningCompass currently lists 18 verified events with 53 individual races in Races in London. A total of 8 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Battersea Park Half Marathon, London West DEKA Trifecta, and London Landmarks Half Marathon.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in London?
Events in Races in London focus on Road Running, Obstacle Course Racing, and Trail Running. Course distances range from 1.5 km entry-level races up to 100 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include London.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in London?
The most selective courses in Races in London climb up to +2,600 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Races in London?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.