About

The London Marathon first took place in 1981 and has become one of the most popular marathons in the world. The route takes in many of London's best landmarks including Buckingham Palace, The Cutty Sark, Tower Bridge and Canary Wharf.

We have FIVE charity places, should you wish to apply we would love to hear from you!

Date of event - Sunday 26th April 2026

Distance 26.2 miles

Minimum sponsorship for Charity place is £2,500 excluding gift aid plus registration fee of £75 if application is successful.


Participants to make their own way and back to event.

Minimum age 18 years.

Terms and Conditions 

Apply here for our 2026 charity place. If you are successful, there is a £75 registration fee payable upon acceptance of the place. 

There's a minimum sponsorship of £2,500 (excluding gift aid) for one of our charity places.  Many employers offer 'matched funding', which may help you on your way with fundraising.  We can provide guidance and support with your fundraising.

Please give as much detail as possible about how you plan to raise your target amount and why you want to support us. 

All entrants must be 18 or over on Marathon Day. To receive a finisher’s medal, you must complete the event by the official cut-off time.

You can use the following wheeled equipment or device:           

Standard day chairs/wheelchairs with a maximum width of 95cm and length of 2.20m (entered into the mass participation event) – a FreeWheel attachment may be also used.
Race Runners – but please email us first if you wish to use one of these.
Crutches, frames or walkers that are not motorised or geared.

If you require assistance to be able participate in this event using our charity place - please let us know in your application.

You need to make your own way to London and back, we are unable to contribute to any travel costs.

You cannot transfer your place to anyone else, registration fee for the charity place is non-refundable.

Please only apply if you are serious about taking part, places are not guaranteed and are on a application basis, all applicants will contacted with the outcome of their application - good luck!

Date

Location

London

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