THE 26th London Marathon is on April 23, as is the 20th mini-marathon which is run over the last 5k of the course.

Trials for the Bromley team for this year's London mini-marathon take place at Norman Park Track on February 12 starting at 10.15am.

Races are open to any boys and girls aged between 11 and 17 on April 23 and they must either live or receive full-time education within the London Borough of Bromley.

Eight athletes will be selected for each of the six age-group teams and a minimum of four of those will come from the trials including a wild card in each age group.

This means everyone who takes part in the trials has the opportunity to be selected.

The trials are supported by Blackheath and Bromley Harriers Athletic Club.

To enter send a SAE to Dave Liston, 70, Serman Drive, Swanley, Kent, BR8 7HT before February 3.