2026 TCS London Marathon
Join #TeamSamaritans in the world-famous TCS London Marathon - the largest fundraising event in the world!
How Samaritans will support you
- Regular updates from the Samaritans Events Team
- A dedicated point of contact to support you throughout your entire journey
- Access to a private Facebook group to chat with other Team Samaritans runners
- Your own personalised running vest/t-shirt
- Receive materials for raising awareness and fundraising
- Help and support from our Press Team in sharing your story
- Samaritans virtual and in-person social events
- Lot of cheers from our Samaritans cheer squads along the route
- Supporter t-shirts and cheering merchandise
Why Samaritans need your support
We know that life can sometimes be incredibly tough. Thanks to the dedication of more than 20,000 volunteers, Samaritans can be there for anyone, whatever they are going through and whenever they are struggling to cope. We’re also at the heart of local communities, working with schools, workplaces, railways, prisons and hospitals to offer training and support, preventing suicide and helping people turn their lives around.
Our life-saving work wouldn’t be possible without the extraordinary generosity of our event participants.
More information
Fundraising ideas and resources for the London Marathon
Training guidance for the London Marathon
Promoting your fundraising in the local media
Got a question about this event? Contact our Marathon Team at [email protected] and we'll respond as soon as we can.
I just wanted to say thank you for the wonderful and ongoing support from the minute I applied for a place running the London Marathon for the Samaritans, to the end of the day itself. Throughout all of this, your support and encouragement was amazing.
London Marathon Runner
About the TCS London Marathon
This world-famous run takes you through the capital’s closed roads around the River Thames. As you weave from east to west, you’ll discover London’s stunning landmarks and sights, such as Tower Bridge, Canary Wharf, the London Eye and Big Ben, with an epic finish line on The Mall.
Accessibility Information
Please read the information below about taking part if you have a disability and/or require assistance on event day.
Wheelchairs:
Can I take part in a wheelchair?
Yes, you can take part in a standard wheelchair. In addition, a maximum of 10 assisted wheelchair participants (who need to be assisted/pushed by others) are allowed on course at the same time, with a maximum total team of four helpers.
Support Runners:
Can I take part with a Support Runner?
If you are visually impaired, or your disability or medical condition means you need a Support Runner, you can apply for a free place for them. Please contact the race organiser outlining your request and the reasons for it. If you would like a Support Runner, the Richard Whitehead Foundation Supported Runners Project in partnership with Nissan can pair you with someone for Event Day. Register your interest with the Richard Whitehead Foundation to find out more.
For more information you can check out the race organiser’s Event FAQs here or please get in touch with our team at [email protected] to discuss further.
Thank you for your interest. Our charity place applications for the 2026 TCS London Marathon have now closed. We are still taking applications for the Edinburgh Marathon 2026, taking place on Sunday 24th May 2026 and would love to hear from you. Please click below to find out more and apply.
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If you have a ballot place
If you have been successful in the 2026 TCS London Marathon public ballot and would like to join #TeamSamaritans, please complete our registration form
This form does not secure entry into the 2026 TCS London Marathon. It is only for supporters who have their own place (ballot place) and would like to join our team.