TCS London Marathon

Flat-and-fast from Greenwich to The Mall; roaring crowds at Cutty Sark, Tower Bridge and Buckingham Palace, plus Canary Wharf; huge charity participation.

Fast facts

  • Flat, fast route with iconic London landmarks
  • Among the world's biggest charity events
  • Ballot entry with charity & tour options
  • Tower Bridge marks an electric halfway point
  • Huge, continuous crowds aid pacing

What to know about the TCS London Marathon

The TCS London Marathon is one of the world’s biggest one-day fundraising events.

Registration details

General entries are awarded by UK & International ballots with charity and tour operators.

TCS London Marathon course description

Point-to-point from Greenwich/Blackheath to The Mall.

Typical weather conditions for the TCS London Marathon

Late-April London is typically mild; plan for cool starts and light rain.

Historical TCS London Marathon dates and results

YearDateStatusResults
2026Sunday, April 26, 2026confirmed
2025Sunday, April 27, 2025completedView results
2024Sunday, April 21, 2024completedView results

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