Thames Meander Spring

Richmond, United Kingdom • 8 Mar 2026

Event overview

Thames Meander Spring is a riverside race organised by Hermes Running at Barnes Sports Club, The Club House, 261 Lonsdale Rd, London SW13 9QL. The route runs along the Thames Path from Small Profit Dock Gardens (Barnes) and uses out and back loops. The course is described as flat and runnable. The route will be marked and marshalled, with professional medical support from KLP Medics and stocked check points offering high energy foods, gels, drinks and electrolyte powders. The event is scheduled for 8 March 2026. The series has an aggregate rating of 4.1 from 653 ratings.

Routes and checkpoints

Distances:

  • 10 km - one out and back lap to Kew Gardens Car Park (CP2).
  • Half marathon (13.1 miles) - one out and back loop to Petersham & Ham Sea Scouts (CP3).
  • Marathon - two 13.1 mile out and back loops to Petersham & Ham Sea Scouts (CP3).

Check Point locations:

  • CP1 Start / Finish: Small Profit Dock Gardens, Lonsdale Rd, London SW13 9JS (KLP Medics).
  • CP2: Kew Gardens Car Park, Ferry Lane, TW9 3AG (KLP Medics).
  • CP3: Petersham & Ham Sea Scouts, Douglas House, Meadow Close, Richmond TW10 7AH (KLP Medics).

Entry information includes fees listed between £33 and £55 depending on distance. Age eligibility is specified per distance (for example marathon entrants aged 18 to 82). The route is on a public Thames Path trail and may be used by members of the public and cyclists. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Marathon
Marathon
Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

Join Rhino Run on the River Thames at Wraysbury near Egham to support the save the rhino cause, with some proceeds donated. Pick 5k up to marathon or ultramarathon, or tackle a six hour challenge and enjoy club facilities.

Experience the Chilterns Winter 10 km, a guided trail run through woodlands, hills and scenic viewpoints with run leaders for every ability group. Finish at Church Farm Cafe with parking, bag drop and canicross friendly routes near train li..

Join the Penshurst Village Cross Country Run on Sunday 4 January 2026 for a scenic 5 mile challenge through village trails. Choose the solo 5 mile or race with your dog in the canicross 5 mile for a fun winter outing.

Test your navigation in a 60 minute score at Tilgate Golf Course on Thursday 8 January. Low entry fees, junior discounts and optional chip hire make it perfect for newcomers and seasoned runners, with juniors able to enter free using a code..