London Road Closures for the Royal Parks Half Marathon

Drivers, cyclists and park visitors in central London should check their route before setting out on Sunday 11 October 2026, when the Royal Parks Half Marathon brings temporary restrictions to roads around Hyde Park, St James’s Park and parts of Westminster. The organiser’s published times show when event closures apply; they do not mean every road in Westminster will be closed.

Road closure times on 11 October

The Hyde Park restrictions begin just after midnight and continue into Monday morning. St James’s Park and affected Westminster roads have shorter Sunday closure windows. Check the organiser’s road-closure information for the specific roads on your journey, as these area-wide time ranges do not identify every affected street.

Cycling and access to the parks

Sunday cycling restrictions apply as part of the event arrangements. Cyclists should check the organiser’s route and restrictions before leaving, and allow for a changed route or a delay where their usual ride crosses the event area.

Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens remain open to visitors. Some people may be directed to different gates, so allow extra time and follow signs and instructions at park entrances. The road closure times above concern event restrictions; they do not establish that nearby Tube stations are closed or that bus services are diverted.

Check your journey before leaving

• Drivers: check whether your route uses a road listed in the organiser’s event restrictions, especially if travelling through Westminster.
• Cyclists: review the Sunday cycling restrictions and plan a route around the affected areas.
• Park visitors: allow time to reach an alternative gate if directed.
• Everyone: check the organiser’s road-closure page again before setting out for any route-specific details.

Source: Oysho Royal Parks Half Marathon