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2025 TCS London Marathon

Event type Running

About the TCS London Marathon 2025

Run with us to make a change for young people all over the UK. 

Sign up for one of our charity spots at the iconic London Marathon. You’ll be weaving your way through the capital’s historic landmarks, all while raising money to change childhoods and change lives. 

Date:
27 April 2025
Location:
London
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Entry fee:
£100
Minimum sponsorship:
£2,300

Register for this event

27 April 2025
Sign up for a charity place
I already have my own place

What is the TCS London Marathon like? 

Picture this. 40,000 runners and spectators all coming together, creating an atmosphere like no other. And you could be part of it.  

Take on the 2025 TCS London Marathon with us next April and help support children and young people live happier and healthier lives.

Barnardo’s supported me from start to finish and shared my excitement throughout! I learned so much about the wonderful work they do to support children and families which was highly inspirational on the day! I was very happy to support such an amazing charity.

Kate

#TeamBarnardos Superstar 

What is the TCS London Marathon route like? 

Starting at Greenwich, you’ll pass by some of London’s most famous landmarks, including Tower Bridge, Big Ben and The Shard. It’s an atmosphere like no other, with over 40,000 runners taking part and thousands of spectators cheering you on, helping you push through to reach the finish line at Buckingham Palace. As one of the biggest running events in the UK calendar, this is definitely not one to miss.

How to apply for the 2025 TCS London Marathon

Don’t miss your chance to get involved and join Team Barnardo’s. Whether you’ve already got your own place or are looking to get involved with a charity place, you can join us.

Sign up for a:

  • Charity Place

    We’d love you to join us for the 2025 TCS London Marathon. To sign up for a charity place we ask for a £100 entry fee and a minimum fundraising target of £2,300 to support our work with children across the UK.

  • Own place

    You can still join Team Barnardo’s even if you’ve already signed up for the 2025 TCS London Marathon through the event organisers. To get involved, fill in the form below.

Why run for us?

From training advice to nutrition guidance for your marathon journey, we’ll be with you every step of the way when you run with #TeamBarnardos. 

You’ll also get loads of perks when you join the team, including: 

  • expert advice and tailored support from our training partners Running with Us  

  • your very own personalised Barnardo’s running vest  

  • an exclusive invite to our post-race party with refreshments and massage waiting for you 

  • you get to be a part of changing lives of children across the UK to give them safer, happier, healthier and more hopeful futures.

Barnardo's supported me every step of the way, from giving expert training advice, arranging a party for after the event, to calling me a few days before the marathon to wish me luck. I would definitely recommend running for Barnardo's!

Charlie

#TeamBarnardos Superstar 
  • Team Barnardo's leaning over a barrier cheering on runners with inflatable batons that read 'Barnardo's'

    Marathon tips and running guides

    We have teamed up with Running With Us so you can get ready for your marathon with our tips and running training guides.

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    Be inspired by Graham

    “I am extremely proud to have been and remain part of Team Barnardo’s”. Read more about Graham, who ran the London Marathon for Barnardo's in memory of his adopted mother.

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    Get help with fundraising

    Are you looking for inspiration ahead of raising money for your marathon, or some resources to help with your fundraising events? Look no further. 

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