Get ready for the return of the London Marathon this Sunday

People are advised to plan their journeys in advance of road closures and essential planned Tube and rail closuresPeople are encouraged to use the TfL Go app to plan journeys in advance and this is available for download on both iOS and Android devices.Face coverings must be worn on all TfL services for all customers aged 11 and over unless exemptThe Virgin Money London Marathon will return to its famous course through the capital on Sunday 3 October after being cancelled last year due to the pandemic. The London Marathon is one of the largest mass-participation events in the world with thousands of people, including world class athletes, celebrities and eager runners, raising millions of pounds for charities.

Road closures in support of the event will be in place and there are essential planned closures on the Central line and London Overground. As the Docklands Light Railway serves the starting point of the Marathon, there will be changes to services in place to better support the event. Transport for London (TfL) is encouraging everyone to plan their journeys in advance and check the TfL website or TfL Go app for the latest travel information.

The route will take runners past some of London's most famous and historic landmarks. All visitors are advised to plan their day carefully and to avoid busy areas, in particular Greenwich Town Centre, Cutty Sark and Tower Bridge.