Great Eastern Run set for Sunday amid course changes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 5:39 AM
Last updated Oct 9, 2026
More than 9,500 runners will participate in the Great Eastern Run in Peterborough on Sunday, featuring both half marathon and 5km events. The half marathon starts at 10:30 BST, while the 5km run begins at 09:00 BST. Changes to the half marathon route accommodate ongoing construction in the city, introducing new sections near Peterborough Museum. The event will support over 25 local charities. Road closures will begin at 05:00 BST, with major roads reopening by mid-afternoon as runners finish.
- •5km race starts at 09:00 BST; half marathon at 10:30 BST.
- •More than 200 toilets will be available along the route.
- •Road closures will begin at 05:00 BST on race day.
- •The event supports more than 25 local charities.
- •New route sections are implemented due to city construction work.
- 5:39 AMYahoo Sports — Everything you need to know before the Great Eastern Run
"This year's route is changed because of ongoing development work across Peterborough.
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