TCS London Marathon

27 April 2025

Start Time : 9:30 a.m.
Number of Places : 42,000

The inaugural London Marathon took place in 1981. From the beginning it was an extremely popular race and is always massively over-subscribed. The event is watched by millions of TV viewers every year and is the largest charity event outside of America.

London Marathon 2026 will run on 26 April. The ballot for registration opens on 25 April 2025.

London Marathon Route
Having changed very slightly over the years, the London Marathon follows a path well-known to anyone lucky enough to have taken part.

The TCS London Marathon starts in Greenwich Park, next to the Greenwich Observatory. Runners then make their way through Woolwich, past the Thames Barrier and then Cutty Sark. They will then continue towards Bermondsy. At the twelve-mile point they will see Tower Bridge, which they cross before turning right towards Canary Wharf. Next on towards Limehouse and the 20-miles stage, where many runners may 'hit the wall' as their bodies run out of energy. Those who continue will pass the Tower of London, run along Embankment, past the Houses of Parliament and past Nelson's Column reaching the final 500m along Birdcage Walk, past Buckingham Palace and over the finish line to the sound of well-deserved cheers.

London Marathon Entry
* UK Runners: £69.99
* 'Opt to donate' / second chance entrants : £49.99
* Registration Deadline : The entry ballot for London Marathon 2026 opens from 25 April until 2 May 2025.

Contact Information
Tel. : +44 (0)20 7902 0200
Website : https://www.tcslondonmarathon.com