2026 TCS London Marathon – Apply for a charity place
Applications for a charity place at the 2026 TCS London Marathon are now open.
Please submit an application below with as much detail as you can, including why you want to run for GOSH Charity and how you plan to reach your fundraising target.
Apply for a charity place
- For our charity places, the minimum fundraising target is £2,500 (excluding gift aid).
- There is also a registration fee of £120, which is paid if you are successful in securing a place.
- We will be in touch confirming if your application has been successful or not, from June 2025, and we will be allocating places up until January 2026.
- Our applications will close in July 2025.
We’ll support you to the finish line

Before the event
Support with training
You'll get access to professional training plans and invitations to team training runs.
Help with fundraising
You’ll receive fundraising tips, advice and materials to help take your fundraising to the next level.
Meet your fellow runners
Join us at training runs and information evenings for a chance to meet your fellow teammates, make friends and ask any questions. You’ll also gain access to our supportive TeamGOSH 2026 TCS London Marathon Facebook Group to swap tips, advice and inspiration with others taking part in this amazing event.

On the day
Be part of an exceptional team
Join the sea of blue as you run in your own complimentary running vest.
Soak up every cheer
We'll keep your energy up along the route, with dedicated cheer points from start to finish, so family and friends can help keep you motivated through every mile.
Finish in style
Enjoy exclusive access to our post-race reception off The Mall with entertainment, food, refreshments and a complimentary massage.
Need help? Contact our Challenge Events team on challenges@gosh.org