Sign up for our charity places for the London Marathon in 2026
Take on one of the world’s top marathons to help Guy’s Cancer deliver even more moments of progress that transform lives. Applications for our charity places are now closed, but if you’ve secured a spot through the London Marathon ballot, we’d love to have you on our team.
The London Marathon is the ultimate running event, with an electric atmosphere and a legendary route from Greenwich Park to Buckingham Palace.
By taking on this incredible challenge for Guy’s Cancer Charity, you’ll be helping to fuel the pioneering, personalised care provided by the exceptional Guy’s Cancer team, and their ground-breaking research into the future of cancer treatment.
Your fundraising will go towards items and initiatives like dedicated support groups for patients and their loved ones; impactful studies which are finding ways to detect cancer earlier and minimise the side-effects of treatment; and even supporting Guy’s Cancer’s leading surgical robotics programme.
How to sign up for one of our London Marathon charity places
Applications are now closed.
Were you lucky enough to secure your own place in the TCS London Marathon 2026 public ballot?
We’d love to have you on Team Places are awarded based on your ability to raise a minimum of £2,500 for Guy’s Cancer Charity.!
Simply select ‘Get tickets’ and then “I have a London Marathon ballot place” when signing up.
You’ll receive all the same team perks, support, and fundraising materials — with no minimum fundraising target.
How we’ll support you
As part of our outstanding team, you’ll receive:
- A dedicated events team available to assist and guide you every step of the way.
- A free personalised Guy’s Cancer dri-fit running t-shirt for every runner.
- A January training workshop featuring expert nutritionists, physiotherapists, and personal trainers.
- The fulfilling knowledge that your participation directly supports Guy’s Cancer Charity.
- A themed charity cheering point that your friends and family can join, adding extra support and fun to your race experience.
Any questions?
If you’d like to find out more, please view our FAQs or contact our Events team.