Bringing History To Life

BOWLER HAT SEND OFF

Enjoy a send-off like no other! Our famous Bowler Hat Send off honours the birthplace of the bowler hat, you will be waved off in true London style by our troupe of bowler hatted volunteers.

PRIDE PARTY

We are excited to present the LLHM Pride Party! Celebrating London’s LGBTQIA+ community with amazing DJ’s and supporters from LGBT+ Running Group London Frontrunners who’ll give you an energy boost as you run past!

IT’S SHOWTIME!

Once again London Show Choir will be joining, belting out show tunes and celebrating the best of London’s West End theatre shows! Keep an eye out for your favourite characters from the stage cheering you on.

ADVOCACY AVENUE

Located by the Houses of Parliament this activation is dedicated to championing the power and impact of advocacy.

THE BOW BELLS

Keep your ears peeled for this one as the iconic Bow Bells ring an incredible half-peal at St Mary-Le-Bow Church.

SHE MOVES: CELEBRATING WOMEN IN SPORT

Brand new for 2026, we are shining a spotlight on women in sport! From female athletes who have broken barriers and records to those who are inspiring generations of women and girls to take their place on the pitch, dance floor or start line.

Join us in celebrating women in sports alongside Brentford FC Community Sports Trust!

ALL ABOARD

All Aboard is returning and continues to celebrate all things London Transport. Our supporters will be dressed as their favourite tube station and will be joined by everyone’s favourite Marmalade loving bear Paddington and the London Guildhall School of Music Youth Choir will be singing from the top of our retro bus!

LIONS OF LONDON

Royal Bank of Canada will be back this year, bringing a ‘roarsome’ twist to the LLHM 2026 route - Lions of London celebrates both Royal Bank of Canada’s official mascot, Leo the Lion, as well as the 10,000 lion statues found in London!

ROMAN RECEPTION

Gladiators will be ready for our runners as they pass through Guildhall Yard and celebrate life in Londinium at our Roman Reception! Be sure to grab a selfie with a gladiator while you’re there…

A RIGHT ROYAL PARTY

Bringing to life London’s exciting royal history, look out for kings and queens and a huge brass band all in the backdrop of the iconic Tower of London.

HISTORIC FINISH

Get ready for an unforgettable experience as you’re cheered over the finish line by some of London’s most famous historical figures and iconic present-day residents. You might spot Henry VIII, alongside the incredible Pearly Kings and Queens and the Chelsea Pensioners.