London Marathon 2027
Take on the TCS London Marathon 2027 and be part of one of the world’s most iconic running events, from Greenwich to The Mall.
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Dates
- Saturday 24 April 2027
- Sunday 25 April 2027
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Registration fee
£50
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Fundraising target
£2750
- Sign up today
Taking place on Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 April, the Double TCS London Marathon is one-off format change only for 2027 when it’s transformed into a spectacular two-day celebration.
The unique Double format will welcome 100,000 participants across the two days, all taking on the same iconic route, from Greenwich to Westminster, in what will be an unprecedented weekend of sport, charity and community celebration.
Charity places
📣 Please note that our places have now sold out. You can still apply but you will be placed on our reserve list and we will contact you should a place arise.
If you’d like to apply for one of our charity places in the TCS London Marathon, you will be required to pay a £50 registration fee and commit to raising a minimum sponsorship target of £2,750 (excluding Gift Aid).
Please note that submitting your application does not automatically secure you a place with Team WCRF. We will review applications and offer places based on the information you provide, so please provide as much detail as possible.
Own place (ballot place)
If you have secured your own place through the TCS London Marathon directly, we would love for you to join Team WCRF. Those who secure their own place will have no minimum sponsorship target.
👉🏼 I have secured my own place via the ballot and would like to apply
Join #TeamWCRF and get:
• Fundraising tips and resources
• A personalised WCRF running vest
• Expert training and nutrition advice
• Dedicated support from the Fundraising team
• WCRF cheer squad on the event day
• The knowledge that you’re raising funds to help prevent cancer and save lives
Why does your support matter?
Around 40% of cancer cases in the UK could be prevented. With your support, we can continue working towards a future where fewer people develop cancer.
How are we making a difference?
From funding life-changing research to providing trusted health information, our work turns scientific evidence into action to prevent cancer and improve survival.
We’re here to help
Want to know more about any of our challenge events? Missed the sign-up date or thinking about taking part next year? Looking for some fundraising advice or support? Whatever your question, we’d love to hear from you.
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