Discover London by Run: Guided 5k & 10k Tours

Secret London Runs — Guided Running Tours in London

Secret London Runs offers a varied calendar of guided running tours across London, specialising in 5k and 10k guided running tours, seasonal Christmas lights runs, music-themed routes, historical 10k tours, social runs, festival days, and charity events. These tours highlight central London neighbourhoods, notable landmarks, and curated themes led by knowledgeable guides.

Popular London Running Tours

• 2025 Festival Day — A full-day festival on September 20, 2025, with running and walking tours, treasure hunts, and a Pub Quiz hosted by Josh & Vanessa. Great for mixing social running and themed activities.
• London's Greatest Hits — A 10k music-led running tour through Camden, Regent’s Park, and Soho with a soundtrack of iconic tunes.
• Classic 10k Christmas lights running tour and Christmas lights in the City 10k running tour — Festive 10k guided runs featuring Carnaby Street, the South Bank, Leadenhall Market, and riverside views.
• Classic 5k Christmas lights running tour and Christmas lights in the City 5k running tour — Shorter festive routes through the old City and Borough.
• Crime & Punishment 10km running tour — A 10km historical route from Tower Hill to Marble Arch exploring darker chapters of London’s past.
• Secret London Runs - Social Run — Community-focused 7k runs that combine scenic routes with historical insights and a post-run social drink.
• Run 10k for Charlie — A virtual, charity-driven 10k event supporting a named individual’s treatment during a set week in September.

Why choose Secret London Runs?

• Themed routes that combine fitness with local history and seasonal highlights.
• Inclusive pacing: tours designed so that no one gets left behind, suitable for many fitness levels.
• Central London routes covering Camden, Regent’s Park, Soho, Chelsea, Belgravia, Leadenhall Market, the South Bank, Tower Hill, and Marble Arch.
• Added value: digital photos, finish-line snacks, treasure hunts, quizzes, and guided commentary enhance the running experience.

What to expect on a guided run

• Clear meeting points and route details provided with each trip listing.
• Knowledgeable guides who narrate history, point out landmarks, and manage group pacing.
• Options for festive atmosphere on Christmas lights tours with photo opportunities and seasonal music.
• Social and charity events that bring runners together for community and fundraising.

Book and prepare

Search for available dates and meeting locations on each trip’s listing. Participants typically choose either 5k or 10k distances depending on the tour. Proper running shoes, weather-appropriate layers, and a charged phone for finish-line photos are recommended. Secret London Runs focuses on combining exercise, local culture, and seasonal highlights to create guided experiences that appeal to residents and visitors alike.

Whether seeking a festive Christmas lights run, a music-themed 10k through Camden and Soho, a historical Crime & Punishment route, or a full festival day of running activities, Secret London Runs provides guided runs across central London that pair sightseeing with exercise and social connection.