Thames Path parkrun × Brooks shoe trial

Thames Path parkrun gets a marathon-weekend twist with a Brooks shoe trial built in. The usual parkrun format stays the same — a friendly, timed 5K where participants can walk, jog, or run — but with the option to take a pair of Brooks out for a spin along the riverside route at James Clavell Square. Pre-registration is available to reserve a shoe size; if a size is fully booked, the Brooks team aims to match runners on the day as best they can. Part of Brooks’ “Let’s Run There: London” lineup for London Marathon 2026.

Good to know:

• Arrive a little early for shoe fitting and sizing
• Bring socks suitable for trying on demo shoes
• Expect typical parkrun conditions: outdoor route, weather-dependent underfoot surfaces