If you were unlucky in the London Marathon ballot this year – and 90% of applicants are – but are still hoping to take part in a major race in the capital, you'll be pleased to hear general entries are now open for the 2024 Vitality London 10,000 on Sunday 22nd September.

The fast, flat course takes in many of London’s most recognisable landmarks including Trafalgar Square, St Paul’s Cathedral, and Big Ben, and it finishes right in front of Buckingham Palace. The popular event will again include the Vitality Wellness Festival in Green Park where participants, friends, and family can enjoy fun activities throughout the day.

All finishers will have the option of a medal and/or a New Balance T-shirt or to plant a tree as part of the Trees Not Tees scheme. Entry costs £46.50 per place. For more information, click here.

A day earlier, on Saturday 21st September, the Vitality Westminster Mile returns to The Mall with the family-friendly series of one-mile events welcoming people of all ages and abilities to run, jog, walk, wheel, or be pushed around the route in St James’s Park. For more information, click here.

In 2024, there are more opportunities than ever to participate in the inclusive event – a legacy event from the 2012 Olympic Games – with several new waves joining those from 2023. Entry costs £10 for individual adults, family members, and groups in the same wave; it's £7 for participants aged 11-17, and entry is free of charge for children under 11.

The British Milers Club has set a sub-four-minute challenge at the 2024 Vitality Westminster Mile, on the 70th anniversary of the feat being achieved by Sir Roger Bannister. The best British endurance athletes will take on the challenge – as previewed in runABC South here.

Throughout the weekend, Green Park will host the Vitality Wellness Festival, with plenty of displays and activities for all the family. In 2024, there will be Junior NBA, Bloomsbury Football, Dallaglio RugbyWorks, and yoga activations, with many more to be included. For more information, click here.

To enter the Vitality London 10,000 click here and for the Vitality Westminster Mile click here. 

Results and previous reports of Vitality London 10,000 are at runABC South race listing here.

Image courtesy Vitality London 10,000 on Facebook