The route for this year’s Great Eastern Run and Anna’s Hope 5K Fun Run have been confirmed – and some of the city’s most iconic landmarks are set to play centre stage.

The half marathon takes place on Sunday, October 11, and is one of the biggest events in the city’s calendar.

Thousands of participants are expected to descend on the city, raising money for charity – or pushing themselves to try and set a new personal best.

This year the route has changed slightly, to take into account the works going on at Queensgate Roundabout.

The Great Eastern Run will take place on October 11

placeholder image — The Great Eastern Run will take place on October 11

Priestgate will be used for the city-centre section of the route, with entrants streaming past the historic Peterborough Museum.

Other landmarks on the 13 mile route include Peterborough Cathedral, Cathedral Square and the Guildhall, and Central Park.

Aaron Murrell, Managing Director of organisers Good Running Events: “We’re delighted to confirm the routes for the 2026 AEPG Great Eastern Run, particularly as we look ahead to what is expected to be our biggest event yet.

“With record numbers of runners expected, Peterborough will once again be at the heart of a fantastic celebration of running, community and our city, while raising hundreds of thousands of pounds for local charities.

“The 2026 routes give participants the opportunity to see some of Peterborough’s most recognisable landmarks, including Peterborough Cathedral, the Museum, Cathedral Square and the Guildhall.

“We’ve worked carefully around the ongoing regeneration of the city centre and we’re looking forward to welcoming thousands of runners, supporters and spectators to Peterborough and creating another memorable Great Eastern Run.”

With record participation expected in 2026, and over £300,000 of fundraising for local charities expected, the event is set to create a vibrant atmosphere across Peterborough as runners and their supporters come together to celebrate one of the region’s biggest running events – with organisers encouraging local residents to get involved in cheering along the runners, as well as volunteering to support the event, with hundreds of volunteers needed to support the event.

Further information about the 2026 AEPG Great Eastern Run, including route maps, event details and participant information, will be released nearer the event.