TCS London Marathon
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Event
The TCS London Marathon is an annual marathon event and a member of the Abbott World Marathon Majors. The 2026 race is scheduled for 26 April 2026. The event includes charity places and publishes results for each year.
Ballot and entry
The 2026 ballot has been drawn and ballot result emails were sent on Thursday 19 June. Successful ballot entrants needed to register and make payment by 16:00 BST on 10 July 2025. The organiser automatically enters applicants who miss out in the main draw into a second draw. The full UK entry fee is £79.99 and the international entry fee is £225. The organiser states ballot offers may reduce the entry fee to £49.99. If an applicant is successful in either draw, the entry is prepaid and confirmed. Applicants who are unsuccessful in both draws receive a premium winter running top (retail value £60) and a donation supports the London Marathon Foundation.
Support and participant resources
The event provides training plans and a partnership for personalised plans with Coopah. The organiser runs a Meet our Experts programme offering advice on training, nutrition, injury prevention, and fundraising. Volunteer roles include marshalling the route, handing out water, and presenting finishers with medals. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
