Running in London, United Kingdom

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6 Best 10K Running Routes in London

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6 running routes in London fall in the 10K band (8–13 km). They range from 8.0 km to 12.5 km, climbing between 52 m and 170 m. Surfaces are mostly urban roads and mixed city surfaces.

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6 Best 10K Running Routes in London

PreviewRouteElevation LossMapRun in appVideoReviews
8.8 km54 m54 mPreview-
8.0 km102 m102 mPreview-
8.8 km170 m169 mPreview-
11.3 km62 m62 mPreview-
9.9 km72 m72 mPreview-
12.5 km52 m52 mPreview-

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Running 10K in London

Using these routes for 10K training

A 10K route that avoids stoplights is worth more than a scenic one when you are running to pace. Look for the loops rather than the out-and-backs if you want an uninterrupted tempo effort. Check route details and local traffic conditions before running GPS art routes.

Picking by elevation

For race-pace work, choose the flattest option here. For threshold sessions, moderate rolling terrain is fine and arguably better preparation for a hilly race.

When to run

Depends on city weather and season.

Where locals run: Yassan GPS Drawing.

Frequently asked

Where is the flattest 10K route in London?
Lambeth Bridge 2 laps is the flattest option listed here, at 12.5 km with 52 m of climb.
What surface will I be running on in London?
Mostly urban roads and mixed city surfaces.
When is the best time of year to run in London?
Depends on city weather and season.

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