New Birmingham 10k route to take in the Jewellery Quarter
A new route for Birmingham's 10k, which will include some city centre landmarks for the first time, has been unveiled.
The start of the Great Birmingham 10K on 31 May has been moved to near the Hippodrome theatre with the finish close to Victoria Square. St Paul's Square, the Jewellery Quarter, St Martin's church and the Bullring Markets will all feature. The event will shine a light "on the historic heart of Birmingham", organisers said. New route highlights David Hart, partnerships director for organisers the Great Run Company, said they wanted the new route to be a celebration of all that's great about the city. "The new and improved route for this year's 10k is a perfect showcase for a new-look Birmingham." The Great Run Company has worked with the city council, public transport providers and the city centre's five Business Improvement Districts. Follow BBC West Midlands on Facebook, on Twitter, and sign up for local news updates direct to your phone. Related Internet Links Great Birmingham 10K