TCS London Marathon 2026
As one of the world’s biggest fundraising events, the London Marathon is a bucket list moment. Starting in Greenwich Park, the 26.2 mile route takes you past many of London’s most memorable landmarks and streets to your finish line in front of Buckingham Palace. Run along the river to the tune of thousands of supporters cheering you on every step of the way.
Date: Sunday in April 2026 TBC
Location: Greenwich Park, London
Distance: Full marathon (26.2 miles)
Registration Fee: £50
Fundraising Target: £2,000
Run the iconic London Marathon in 2026 to help Groundwork create a fair and green future for all. From providing energy saving advice to vulnerable households, to inspiring a love of nature in children who don’t have access to green spaces, by joining Team Groundwork you’ll be supporting people across the country who need it most.
Ready to sign up?
Register your interest and our fundraising team will be in touch within a few days.
Own place runners
Lucky enough to have a London Marathon ballot place? Use your place to run for Team Groundwork and raise (pledge-free) funds that will change places and lives.
Why Join Team Groundwork?
Welcome pack with advice and fundraising materials to support events
The loudest support on the day from our team cheering you on the whole way!
Look the part in a branded Groundwork running vest
Access our London Marathon team group chat to get to know your fellow runners, and celebrate each other’s training and fundraising achievements!
Make the biggest impact for communities across the UK…
Regular updates and dedicated support including training webinars throughout the year
I remember crossing the finishing line and thinking that was the hardest thing I’ve ever done. I reached a new level of pushing myself out of my comfort zone, which I’m really grateful for.
Jen, previous challenge event fundraiser for Groundwork.
Cross the finish line and make a positive impact.
By joining Team Groundwork, you’re not just running a race, you’re supporting people, places and nature to thrive. Your dedicated fundraising will ensure families like Jade’s don’t go hungry, and increase access to nature for people who are excluded from green spaces across the UK.
“It was nice to feel heard about the impact the cold was having on my family. Even just being able to talk to someone who understood, made it feel like a weight had been lifted.” – Jade, Green Doctor beneficiary.
“In winter, most weeks I would think there is no way I am going out there – it’s too cold or wet – these sessions make sure that we do go outside more and it improves our wellbeing.” – Wellies in the Woods participant.
Information and FAQs
You must be over 18 to apply to run in the London Marathon.
Please read the Groundwork event terms and conditions before submitting an application of the event for Groundwork.
Please email fundraising@groundwork.org.uk if you have any further questions.
I have been successful in the London Marathon ballot and want to join Team Groundwork as an own place runner. What do I need to do?
Fantastic! We would love for you to join Team Groundwork for the 2026 event. Please do register your details here on our website. There is no minimum fundraising target, and we ask that you raise as much as you can to support communities.
When will I find out about my charity place application?
We will review your application within two weeks and be in touch with next steps.
Want to get involved but the London Marathon isn’t quite right for you?
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Groundwork 23 – 28 Strategy
Groundwork 23-28 sets out how we will support practical action to create a fair and green future in which people, places and nature thrive over the next five years.