Deptford Creek at 7 miles is a much better idea (watch from the north side of Creek Road - at the Bridge, then cut down Norway Street and along the river front for easy access to the foot tunnel - alternatively the south side of Creek Road, then a 5 minute walk to Grenwich DLR down Norman Road).
Any suggestions for the finish? I imagine it's particularly crowded in the Mall with everyone trying to see their loved ones/friends crossing the line. So would Embankment/Westminster/St James Park (Birdcage Walk) be better?
A good spot is the pub(can't remember its name!) on the Highway. You get to see them go past one way (about 14 miles) and then on the way back (about 21). And you can have some beer, except you can guarantee that the secong you go inside, the person you are waiting for will run past!
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Deptford Creek at 7 miles is a much better idea (watch from the north side of Creek Road - at the Bridge, then cut down Norway Street and along the river front for easy access to the foot tunnel - alternatively the south side of Creek Road, then a 5 minute walk to Grenwich DLR down Norman Road).
Canary Wharf 16M (then 2 stops on DLR to)
Westferry 20M (then DLR and tube to)
Embankment
Mike - Why "paticularly this year" for avoiding the Cutty Sark?
over rated and too crowded
I would add rather than Bermondsey, do SurreyQuays,
2 chances to see you at 9 miles and again at 11 miles just 500 m apart
Any tips?
http://www.london-marathon.co.uk/marathoninfo/pubs.shtml
BE EARLY AND BE RIVER SIDE OF THE COURSE.
Don't get trapped the park side of the course.