London Marathon 2023 - 21 miles at Limehouse


I did my first Instagram live during the London Marathon on Sunday. I've posted some videos on my YT channel, TIkTok and on my YouTube IG highlight. 

Yesterday's marathon video, which is on the top of this blog, took 7 hours to make. That's not including the hours of recording I did. The London 2022 highlights video which I made at the beginning of the year took around 5 days. 

In 2023, I'm learning video making. It feels like I'm improving. :p One of the TikTok versions got 2k views, which was thrilling. 

The marathon had an amazing atmosphere, with heart-warming moments and some that put a huge smile on my face. 

There are many stories within the story of the 2023 marathon. I think that's why I became fascinated & excited about it this year. The participants were inspiring, entertaining and showed how amazing everyday people can be. 

The route has remained largely unchanged since the marathon began in 1981. It includes many of the capital’s landmarks. You can find a map of the route on the official TCS Website.

A rainy start did not stop locals, family and friends supporting the marathon participants who still had the energy to dance, even at the 21 mile mark of the 26.2 miles. They started at around 11am and it was between 3 - 7 hours that these people I've included in the video had been running and walking. 

My video and photographs are of the people who weren't at the front or trying to win the race. They were the extraordinary people that were just hoping to complete it. 

It is also all footage from Limehouse in East London, mostly at the 3/4 point, on what is usually a busy street. I also have a YT short from Narrow Street after the 14 mile point. 

Limehouse history is also pretty cool. 

You might also be interested in Tom Durnin who raised money for the Bone Cancer Research Trust. He started at 10am and crossed the line just after 7.30pm:

48k participants took part to raise money for hundreds of charities. Some wore costumes too. They were all magnificent and this was their moment. The sun, when it finally came out, shined upon all these stars. 

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You can also watch the London Marathon short of highlights at Limehouse here. 


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