Belfast marathon 2016 is under way

The 35th Belfast Marathon began this morning at 9am.
By The Newsroom
Published 2nd May 2016, 10:32 BST
Updated 2nd May 2016, 11:49 BST
Runners at the beginning of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon. Picture by Kelvin Boyes Press EyeRunners at the beginning of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon. Picture by Kelvin Boyes Press Eye
Runners at the beginning of the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon. Picture by Kelvin Boyes Press Eye

Thousands of participants took several minutes to cross the start line in front of City Hall.

Cheering spectators helped launch the runners on the 26.2 mile route.

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The Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon has around 17,000 participants.

Leading runners in the marathon as it begins. Picture: Cameron Hamilton /PresseyeLeading runners in the marathon as it begins. Picture: Cameron Hamilton /Presseye
Leading runners in the marathon as it begins. Picture: Cameron Hamilton /Presseye

The event finishes in Ormeau Park, with the route taking in all parts of the city, from Sydenham to the Falls Road, Whitehouse to the Ravenhill Road.

Motorists can expect some disruption throughout the morning and early afternoon, although every attempt will be made to ensure that this is kept to a minimum. F

Full details of the route and anticipated timings can be found at www.belfastcitymarathon.com

Disruption can be expected in the city centre until around Midday. Disruption also can be expected along the Albertbridge Road, Holywood Road and Sydenham Bypass until shortly after 11 am.

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