The 2022 London Marathon is set to take place in October this year, like last year, rather than its usual April date. Here's everything you need to know about the race.
When is the 2022 London Marathon?
This year, the London Marathon will take place on 2nd October.
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General entries to the marathon are now closed and the ballot results have been announced. If you were unsuccessful in the ballot you can still enter the race via a charity place by raising money for a good cause.
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What will the course be for the 2022 London Marathon?
The London Marathon course remains largely unchanged from the first year the race was run in 1981, and this year is expected to be the same as previous years.
What are some of the landmarks the route passes?
The race starts in Blackheath, then heads into central London winding its way past multiple iconic landmarks including Cutty Sark in Greenwich at mile 6, The Shard and Tower Bridge at mile 12, Canary Wharf at mile 18, London Eye and Big Ben at mile 25 before finishing in front of Buckingham Palace.
How do I get to the start line?
The London Marathon starts in Blackheath. There are extra trains running from central London specifically to transport runners to the start line.
What will the weather be like?
It’s too early to predict what the weather will be like for the 2022 London Marathon. The 2021 race took place on a similar date in October and was dry with sunny spells and a temperature of around 10C.
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Spectators for London Marathon line both sides of the course from the start line. As you move towards London, the course becomes busier – almost anywhere along the route is good to watch, but highlights include Cutty Sark, Tower Bridge (especially around mile 12.5 as you get to see runners twice) and anywhere along Victoria Embankment. But be warned, at the more popular spots it can be two or three people deep.
How do I get my race number?
In previous years, all runners have had to collect their race pack from the Running Show at ExCel London, Royal Victoria Dock. You can get there from central London via the Sifan Hassan tears up rule book at London Marathon.
The race pack includes your running number, timing chip and kit bag. In order to collect your pack you need to bring your QR code from your registration email and a photo ID.
If you can’t collect your own race number before the day, you can arrange for someone else to collect it for you. In order for them to do this, they’ll need your confirmation email, written authorisation signed by you, a colour copy of photo ID and a note of your address and their own ID. Find out more about race pack collection on the London Marathon website.
