About this Event
Running the London Marathon for Guy's & St Thomas' Charity is a powerful way to make a real difference in the lives of patients and their families. The charity supports vital healthcare services, groundbreaking research, and life-changing community programs that go beyond what the NHS can fund. Every step you take helps provide better care, support innovation, and ensure a healthier future for all. It's more than a race—it's a chance to be part of something truly meaningful. Find out more about us here - About us - Guy's & St Thomas' Charity.
This iconic event will start in Greenwich and finish on The Mall near Buckingham Palace, covering a distance of 26.2 miles. It is one of the Abbott World Marathon Majors and the world's largest one-day fundraising event.
Our Charity Places
We have a limited number of Charity Places available for the TCS London Marathon 2026, and applications are now open! Due to very popular demand, we’ve extended the application deadline to 5pm on 30th June 2025.
Here's how it works:
Step 1:
Complete the ‘Charity Place’ application form.
Pay the £50 registration fee to submit your application.
Step 2:
A member of our Events Team will be in touch to let you know if you have been shortlisted for a Teams interview.
Step 3:
If successful, you’ll receive a welcome email from Emma, confirming your place in the team.
If you do not receive this welcome email, your £50 fee will be refunded promptly.
If you’ve paid your registration fee and haven’t heard from us within the expected timeframe, please don’t hesitate to get in touch — we’re happy to help! Reach out via [email protected].
Important:
By applying, you agree that:
- Completing the application does not guarantee a place.
- Places are awarded based on your ability to raise a minimum of £2,500 for Guy's & St Thomas' Charity
- Once your charity place is confirmed, the £50 fee is non-refundable, even if you later withdraw/cancel you place with us.
Ballot Places
Were you lucky enough to secure your own place in the TCS London Marathon 2026 public ballot?
We’d love to have you on Team Guy's & St Thomas' Charity!
Simply select ‘Get tickets’ and then "I have a London Marathon ballot place" when signing up.
You’ll receive all the same team perks, support, and fundraising materials — with no minimum fundraising target.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Greenwich Park, Greenwich, Barking, United Kingdom
GBP 0.00 to GBP 50.00
