TCS London Marathon 2027

Join Team Demelza and take on the world's most popular and iconic marathon for your local children's hospice!

Double your chances of securing a TCS London Marathon place and enter the official ballot! The ballot will be open from Friday 24 April to Friday 1 May at 4pm!

Runner named Harriet wearing a 'Demelza' shirt with bib number 24017, arms raised in celebration during a marathon event, surrounded by fellow participants and branded with TCS and New Balance logos.

About this marathon

Applications are now OPEN for the 2027 TCS London Marathon


Get ready for the run of a lifetime. This is your chance to join Team Demelza and be part of one of the world’s most iconic and unforgettable sporting events.

Feel the electric atmosphere as you take on the legendary 26.2‑mile course, sweeping past some of London’s most historic and breathtaking landmarks including Cutty Sark, Tower Bridge, Big Ben, and that finish along The Mall beside Buckingham Palace.

Run alongside 50,000 others and soak up the amazing atmosphere created by the crowds cheering you on throughout the course.

Every step you take makes a difference. By running with Team Demelza, you’ll be helping to provide care and support for children and families who need us most.

Double your chances of running the
2027 TCS London Marathon

Want to boost your chances of securing a place in the 2027 TCS London Marathon? Make sure you enter the official ballot.

The London Marathon ballot will be open from Friday 25 April to Friday 1 May.

The TCS London Marathon is also exploring a one‑off two‑day marathon event. If this goes ahead, it could mean even more ballot places available, giving you an additional opportunity to secure your spot on the start line.

Key event details


Sunday 25 April 2027

London

£2,500 mininum sponsorship target 

  Applications are now open

Joining the team

As part of Team Demelza, we'll support you every step of the way with:

💬 Dedicated fundraising support from our Events Team, helping you reach your target

🪣 Fundraising materials posters, buckets, banners and digital assets to help you promote your challenge

👕 A Demelza running vest to wear with pride on race day

👏 Cheer squad along the route to give you a huge boost when you need it most

📱 A dedicated WhatsApp chat so you can connect with fellow runners, share progress, ask questions and stay motivated throughout your training

📧 Regular email updates packed with training tips, fundraising ideas, and behind‑the‑scenes inspiration

📣 Inspiring family stories you can share with supporters to bring your fundraising to life

Registration fee: £75

Minimum fundraising target: £2,500

Please note: your fundraising target excludes Gift Aid and matched giving.

FAQs

When will I receive my running vest?
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You will receive your running towards the start of 2027

When will I receive the email to upload my details to the London Marathon event portal?
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Once the official portal for this event is live and you have reached 50% (£1,250) of your fundraising target you will be added on to the portal to complete your details, such as predicted finish time etc.

I have further questions about the event itself, where can I find out more?
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