Applications for our 2025 TCS London Marathon charity places are now closed. 

If you have your own ballot place and would like to run for us or need any assistance, please don't hesitate to contact our Supporter Relations team by phoning 0800 716 146 or by emailing london.marathon@mariecurie.org.uk 

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Run for Marie Curie in one of the most iconic and exciting running events of the calendar year

Picture this: you're taking to the streets of London, with thousands of people lining the roads cheering you on. The TCS London Marathon is not to be missed.

Ballot places

If you've been lucky enough to secure a place, we would love for you to run as part of Team Marie Curie. All you need to do is complete this form to confirm your place with us. You'll receive the same support as our charity place runners, and as you have your own place, you don't have a fundraising requirement, just raise as much as you can! 

Event details

  • Minimum fundraising

    £2,500

  • Date

  • Location

    Greenwich, London, SE10 8XJ

  • Registration fee

    £75

  • Minimum age

    You need to be a minimum of 18 years old to take part in this event.

Our charity places

Unfortunately, applications for our limited charity places are now closed. Please keep an eye out on this page for more information and how to apply for the 2026 event in the coming months. We look forward to receiving your application!

Why join Team Marie Curie?

We'll be there with you every step of the way – from the moment you sign up until race day. You'll get a bright yellow cheer squad to keep you going until you cross the finish line, and we'll give you all the help, support and encouragement you need.

We'll provide you with:

  • a full to the brim welcome pack to help you smash those targets
  • on-hand support from our dedicated fundraising team
  • a free Marie Curie running top or vest which you can wear with pride
  • iron-on letters for your name
  • a dedicated training app with easy-to-follow videos, weekly training plans and blogs from an expert personal trainer
  • three virtual meetings to help you with your training along the way
  • loud and proud cheer stations to spur you on through those tough miles
  • plus much, much more!

Why fundraise for Marie Curie?

Marie Curie is here for anyone with an illness they're likely to die from, and those close to them.

With your help, we can continue to provide expert hospice care, support over the phone, and push for a better end of life for all.

Already have a place?

If you've secured your own ballot place in the TCS London Marathon 2025, use it to join #TeamMarieCurie and raise money so we can push for a better end of life for all.

There is no fundraising fee or fundraising requirement, all we would ask is you raise as much money as you can for Marie Curie. Join our team today!

Join #TeamMarieCurie

Check out our London Marathon 2022 video for the highlights from the day!

Applications for our 2025 TCS London Marathon charity places are now closed. 

If you have your own ballot place and would like to run for us or need any assistance, please don't hesitate to contact our Supporter Relations team by phoning 0800 716 146 or by emailing london.marathon@mariecurie.org.uk 

How we support you

How we support you

  • Marie Curie running top

    So you'll stand out in yellow during the event.

  • Fundraising advice

    From our dedicated London Marathon Team

  • Sponsorship support

    A-Z of fundraising ideas, and fundraising advice

  • Training advice and plans

    To help you get race-ready

  • Cheer stations

    Lots of loud support from the sidelines on the day

  • Posted pack

    To tell you everything you need to know

Have a question about this event?

Ask away. We'll get back to you as soon as we can.

Contact

london.marathon@mariecurie.org.uk


How the money you raise helps

£23 could pay for an hour of expert care and emotional support for someone living with a terminal illness, in the comfort of their own home.

£100 could help fund half an evening's care in a person's home when they need it most.

£200 could help fund nine hours of nursing support in someone's home through the night, bringing the expert care and comfort families need.

Applications for our 2025 TCS London Marathon charity places are now closed. 

If you have your own ballot place and would like to run for us or need any assistance, please don't hesitate to contact our Supporter Relations team by phoning 0800 716 146 or by emailing london.marathon@mariecurie.org.uk