Applications for the TCS London Marathon 2027 are now open!
Apply for your charity place hereThe TCS London Marathon is one of the most iconic marathon events in the world. Every year, thousands of runners take on the 26.2 mile route through the heart of London, and many do it while raising money for charity.
You can run the London Marathon for Christians Against Poverty (CAP) and turn this once-in-a-lifetime event into a fundraising challenge.
How to run the TCS London Marathon for charity
Apply for a charity place with CAP
Applications for the 2027 London Marathon are now open! Apply to run the London Marathon with CAP here.
CAP has a limited number of charity places available each year for the London Marathon.
If you’re offered a place with CAP, you’ll be committing to:
- Reaching a minimum fundraising target of £2,600
- Keeping in touch with the team about your progress
- Paying a £100 registration fee within five days of being offered your place
Charity places are popular and limited, so early applications are encouraged.
Enter the official London Marathon ballot
Many runners secure their place through the official London Marathon ballot. The main ballot is now closed, but you can still apply for a charity place above.
How to apply for a disability place at the London Marathon:
- If you have a disability and are able to complete the course independently, complete this form to apply for your place.
- If you require an assisted wheelchair place, complete this form to apply for your place.
- If you want to join an elite wheelchair race, follow this link to apply.
Already secured a place in the TCS London Marathon ballot?
You’re in! What’s next for your marathon journey?
If you’ve bagged a ballot place, why not run for #TeamCAP? When you run for CAP, every step you take helps local churches reach out to people in financial crisis with free debt help and compassionate support.
Here’s how you can kickstart your fundraising:
- Let us know you’ve secured a place here and get your free fundraising resources.
- Set up your own fundraising page via Enthuse (the official online fundraising partner for London Marathon Events). Visit this page and select ‘Christians Against Poverty’ as your chosen charity.
- Complete your epic 26.2 mile marathon and celebrate each step you’ve taken to transform lives!
