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Apply for the TCS London Marathon 2026

London Marathon Event Page Terms & Conditions
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Thank you for your interest in running the TCS London Marathon 2026.

The London Marathon is one of the most iconic running events in the world. Because we have a limited number of places, we ask that anyone who would like to enter completes the application form below. We will then allocate places based on your answers. We will also have a waiting list in case anyone drops out before the registration deadline.

You can increase your chances of securing a place by entering the official ballot. If you receive a ballot spot, we’d love to have you join our team. Simply raise as much as you can!

If you are awarded a Grand Appeal charity place, we ask that you pledge to raise a minimum of £2,500 to ensure sick children and babies across the South West receive the best treatment and care at our hospitals.

  • A warm welcome and introduction to the rest of our team in our WhatsApp group.
  • Ongoing updates to make sure you have all the information you need.
  • Lots of support and fundraising tips, ideas and resources to help you smash your fundraising target.
  • A Grand Appeal running top.
  • A post-race reception at Cots for Tots House, to celebrate your achievement in person.

The deadline to apply for one of our charity places is 25 July 2025. Successful applicants will be informed once the ballot results are announced.

If you have any questions regarding your application, or require a different format for accessibility, please get in touch with our events team at: events@grandappeal.org.uk.

We wish you the very best of luck and look forward to receiving your application.

Apply for the TCS London Marathon 2026

Your Details

Address(Required)
I comfirm that I am at least 18 years old(Required)
If you are given one of our charity places, we will use your information to stay in touch about the event, provide fundraising information and important 'need to know' info.(Required)

Your Motivation

Knowing why you choose to fundraise helps us understand your journey and connect with you in a more personal and thoughtful way, but sharing your story is completely optional.
Please outline how you plan to fundraise to ensure you reach your goal.
Are you happy to be contacted by our media team?(Required)
Our media team is always looking for inspirational stories. Please tick here if you are happy for us to pass your story to the media team, who may get in touch to discuss featuring your story online or with the press.

Previous Experience

If you haven’t fundraised before, don’t worry! Please share how you plan to approach hitting your fundraising target.
Have you also entered the London Marathon Ballot?(Required)
Have you run the London Marathon before?(Required)
Do you know what your estimated finish time might be?

Your Workplace

If yes, how much?

Registration Fee

If selected for one of our charity places, you will be required to pay a non-refundable registration fee of £100 to confirm your place.(Required)
Confirmation(Required)

Consent

We would like to keep you up to date about our work, fundraising, and ways you can help Bristol Children’s Hospital or the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Please tell us how you would like to hear from us:

You can update your preferences at any time by calling us on 0117 927 3888 or emailing data@grandappeal.org.uk. We will not sell or swap your details with other charities or third parties.

For more information on how your data will be used and stored, see our Privacy Policy.

We will primarily use email to communicate with you. By filling in this form you agree to receive non-marketing emails. Should you wish to opt-out of all email communication please get in touch by calling 0117 927 3888.

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