Literary London 7k

On this brand new Secret London Runs running tour, you will run between some of the places linked to London's literary legends around the London Bridge area. There are two dates on offer, with different paces to choose from, so everyone can find a tour to suit them! See locations that inspired the works of Dickens and Shakespeare, visit the home of Bridget Jones (it was of course, a book first) and discover the site from which Chaucer's pilgrims set off in April 1386. In addition to these literary legends, your guide - book loving enthusiast Josh - is excited to share some of his favourite novels and their links to this iconic area, just South of the River Thames.

What's included

Digital photos Info circulated after the tour Finish-line snack Train

How to get there

London Bridge, London EC4R 9HA, UK Get full directions

Start & Finish Location

The tour begins and ends just outside London Bridge station at the Southwark Gateway Needle, 1 Tooley Street, SE1 2PF (what3words: curving.stiff.call).

Event day logistics

Friday 18:30 Tour starts Saturday 13:30 Tour starts

Pace

Friday 4th October - if you usually run this distance in sub 11 minute miles (that’s just under 7 minute kilometers) Saturday 5th October - if you usually run this distance gentler than 11 minute miles - join this tour if you’re worried about pace. No one gets left behind, and we will introduce some short walking intervals to the tour, alongside gentle jogging, if anyone is struggling.

FAQs

Do I have to be a good runner to do the Literary London 7k? No, there are two date options with different paces so everyone is catered for! The Friday tour will be run at sub-11 minute mile pace (just under 7 minutes per kilometre), whilst the Saturday tour will be run at a gentler pace.

Where does the Literary London 7k start and finish?

The tour starts and finishes at London Bridge Station at the Southwark Gateway Needle.