A record number of people ran in the London Marathon on Sunday, including politicians, actors in character and amateurs in costume.More than 50,000 people ran the 26.2-mile course through the capital on what was a dry and bright day, which saw highs of 12C.Runners of all ages completed the route for charity, with a number breaking records in costume.

A record number of people ran in the London Marathon on Sunday, including politicians, actors in character and amateurs in costume.More than 50,000 people ran the 26.2-mile course through the capital on what was a dry and bright day, which saw highs of 12C.Runners of all ages completed the route for charity, with a number breaking records in costume.