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London Marathon 2026

Date: Sunday 26th April 2026
Time: Set off around 9.30am
Location: London

Be part of one of the world’s most iconic races-the TCS London Marathon 2026.

For many, running the London Marathon is a lifelong ambition, and now’s your chance to make it a reality.

  • Registration fee: £25 (payable if you are offered a charity place)
  • Minimum sponsorship: £1,500
  • We have a limited number of charity places available for the 2026 event. If you’d like to join the Stand-by-me Superstars, simply complete our application form by clicking the button below. Our team will review all applications and contact you to confirm if you’ve secured a place.

What you’ll get from us

  • A Stand-by-me running vest
  • Support from our Cheer Squad
  • Fundraising resources
  • Access to our Stand-by-me Superstars Facebook & WhatsApp groups

To boost your chances of running in the London Marathon 2026, we recommend also entering the public ballot. Click here to enter – Public Ballot

Please click here for the terms & conditions.

Please view the TCS London Marathon 2026 website for the event terms and conditions.

Apply now for a charity place and take your place on the start line with The Stand-by-me Superstars.

Applications Close on Friday 20th June 2025.

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