Run South London
New for 2027 (details TBC). Get ready London, something big is coming! Whether it’s your first race or you're chasing a new PB, you can expect an electric atmosphere and a truly inspiring course.
Sign up for £50
Enter now- Sun 14 Mar 2027
09:00
Age 17 & over
£50
- 13.1 miles road running
Event overview
Run South London bursts onto the scene as a brand-new, closed-road half marathon, bringing big-event energy, iconic scenery and a true community feel to the capital’s running calendar.
Take on 13.1 miles through parks, green spaces and vibrant streets, with world-class organisation, buzzing crowds and a welcoming atmosphere designed to inspire first-timers and seasoned runners alike.
Highlights
Be the first
This is your chance to be part of South London’s new flagship half marathon event from the outset – an “I was there and I did it” moment.
Join the party
Big on atmosphere, music and entertainment – it will be a 13 mile party from start to finish, bringing big event atmosphere to South London.
See the sights
Stunning running is guaranteed with a route that will take you through parks, green spaces and past some iconic South London landmarks.
Earn the medal
A shiny new medal awaits all those who cross the finish line – the 13.1 miles of effort will be justly rewarded when you get your hands on it.
Run Together. Run South London.
Event photos
Event video
- Average fitness
- Beginner-friendly
- Event village
- Spectators
- Traders at event
- Venue accessible
About Run South London
An exhilarating new, closed road half marathon is coming to South London as part of a collaboration between Merton Council and The Great Run Company, organisers of the world’s biggest half marathon, the Great North Run.
The event will bring communities together, open doors to healthier lifestyles, and help put Merton on the map as a destination for major mass-participation events.
Local sports clubs, community groups and businesses are encouraged to get involved in the event, ensuring the benefits are felt well beyond those crossing the start line.
- Bone conducting headphones only
- Circular route
- Distance markers
- First aid
- Marshals
- Navigation not required
- PB
- Sweeper
- Toilets
- Traffic free
- Water stations
- Wave start
- Way markers
Overview
Take on a brilliant 13.1-mile route through the parks and passing through Merton’s bustling streets, including Morden and Wimbledon.
Weave through stunning green spaces including Morden Park, Wimbledon Common and Wimbledon Park and past iconic sporting landmarks including the All England Lawn Tennis Club.
Watch this space for the full event route and detailed course maps!
- Chip timing
- Goody bag
- Medal
- Training plan
Included
- Finisher medal
- Finish line goodies
- Run number with your name
- Chip-timed results
- Closed road route
- Training plans and support