About the TCS London Marathon 2025
Run with us to make a change for young people all over the UK. You’ll be weaving your way through the capital’s historic landmarks, all while raising money to change childhoods and change lives.
- Event date:
- 27 April 2025
- Entry fee:
- £100
- Minimum sponsorship:
- £2,300
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
We've already had a huge amount of interest and have filled all our charity places for the 2025 TCS London Marathon.
You can still join Team Barnardo's if you've signed up through the event organisers and have your own place. To get involved, click the button below to fill in a quick form and we will be in touch.
Why run for us?
By joining #TeamBarnardo’s you’ll be making an invaluable difference to the lives of the children, young people and families we support.
Fundraising for Barnardo’s means we're able to help children and young people feel safer, happier, healthier and more hopeful – and have somewhere they feel they belong.
We have a dedicated events team to support our fundraisers, so whatever challenge you’re taking on, we’re here to help you prepare for your event and to answer any questions you might have!
You’ll also get loads of perks when you join the team, including:
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expert advice and tailored support from our training partners Running with Us.
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your very own personalised Barnardo’s running vest.
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an exclusive invite to our post-race party with refreshments and massage waiting for you.
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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
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.
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.
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.