- Wed 10 Sep 2025
08:00
All ages
£20
- 5 km road running
Event overview
This September, the twilight run returns!
Hundreds of runners take in famous London landmarks along the banks of the Thames to help every child fulfil their potential - and you can be part of it! You'll be cheered across the finish line to receive your well-deserved finisher’s medal.
Step up for schools
Take on a run that changes lives.
This isn’t just a 5K or 10K. It’s your chance to help break down barriers to education. Too many children in England are held back simply because of where they’re growing up. By taking part, you’re helping fund vital work in the schools and communities that need it most.
Being able to give a little bit back but also get a bit of exercise - come on, like, it's great.
Highlights
- Run along the Thames at twilight
- Enjoy city sights in summer
- Backdrop of iconic landmarks
- Experience a unique run route
- Individuals, pairs, families, corporates
- Bag drop, technical t-shirt, medal
- Get sponsored or make a donation (optional)
- Prize draw for fundraisers
- Organised by Teach First
- Step up for schools
- Virtual option too
Whether you’re running along the Thames or running your own route, your miles help create a fairer future.
Ready to make an impact?
This event is part of Run the River.
Event photos
- Average fitness
- Event village
- Families
- Newcomers
- Teams
- Virtual option
One mission. Two ways to run.
Along the Thames
On Wednesday 10 September, take on a 5K or 10K twilight run through central London - an unforgettable route past some of the city’s most iconic landmarks.
Anywhere
Wherever you are in the world, you can be part of this mission. Pick a 5K or 10K route that works for you and complete it any day in September.
Timetable
What to expect
Join in at Potters Fields Park. You'll be assigned to a wave with a staggered arrival time starting from 6:15pm . Once you arrive, drop off your bag, explore the event village, and enjoy a quick warm-up before the run begins.
Corporate groups
When signing up, the team captain should select ‘Create a Team’ and choose a team name. Then, all other members can simply select ‘Find a Team’ during registration and join by searching for the name – it’s that easy!
If you are a company that would like to cover the entry fees for your runners, this can easily be arranged.
Included
Your event fee covers:
- The cost of the event
- Event Village with an unforgettable atmosphere
- Matching technical running t-shirts for all the team
- Finishers' medals for everyone
Virtual option
Can’t make the day but want to run? Run the River – anytime, anywhere!
Be part of Run the River from wherever you are. This year, the virtual event runs from 1–30 September, giving you the freedom to take part at your own pace, on your own schedule, and from any location in the world.
By joining in, you’ll still be making a powerful impact—helping young people build the future they deserve.
- Bag storage
- Park
- Toilets
- Urban
Virtual option
Can’t make the day but want to run? Run the River – anytime, anywhere!
Be part of Run the River from wherever you are. This year, the virtual event runs from 1–30 September, giving you the freedom to take part at your own pace, on your own schedule, and from any location in the world.
By joining in, you’ll still be making a powerful impact—helping young people build the future they deserve.
Sustainability
- Public transport links
- Medal
- T-shirt
Virtual runners will receive a medal and a technical t-shirt.
Step up for schools. Run for change.
Get your running shoes on and join in.
Every mile you run and every pound you raise helps break down barriers to education – supporting children to thrive, no matter their background.
Here’s what your fundraising could do:
£100
Support a trainee teacher on a summer skills project.
£500
Fund three months of leadership training for a school leader.
£1,000
Provide professional coaching for a teacher.
Join this 2,000-strong runner community and set up your individual or team fundraising page on JustGiving.
- All ages
- Entries open
- Enter online
Enter anytime up to 30 September!
Entry fees
Entry fee
£20.00
Being able to give a little bit back but also get a bit of exercise - come on, like, it's great. Akeen
Finishing the run and actually crossing Tower Bridge... it's just such a beautiful place to run over - and you know you're nearly there. Claire
Teach First has offered me the best teachers - that is, teachers who care, teachers who inspire, and teachers who are genuinely passionate. Jonah
After three years running, I wanted to give back in a different way - so I volunteed instead. It's such a great atmosphere. Anon