As runners gear up for this yr’s London Marathon on Sunday, the have ballots opened at the moment for subsequent yr’s race.
Anybody eager to tackle the 26.2 miles problem across the capital in 2026 has till Friday, Could 2 to enroll.
A world record-breaking 840,000 folks entered the poll for this yr’s race, making it formally the preferred marathon on the planet.
Round 56,000 persons are anticipated to participate.
Hugh Brasher, chief govt of London Marathon Occasions, stated: ‘The London Marathon is among the most iconic and inclusive sporting occasions within the UK and is exclusive in the truth that anybody will be a part of it.
‘You may stand on the identical Begin Line because the legends of the game and be cheered on by the a whole lot of 1000’s of people that line the streets.
‘It’s a day like no different when the entire of humanity comes collectively, and getting into the 2026 TCS London Marathon Poll will be step one in the direction of being a part of it.’
Greater than 1.25million folks have accomplished the circuit because the race was launched in 1981, with runners having raised greater than £1billion for charity.
How do I join the London Marathon 2026?
The 2026 London Marathon shall be held on Sunday, April 26 subsequent yr.
Potential marathon runners can enroll by getting into a public poll, with winners drawn at random.
When does the poll open?
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The poll for the 2026 London Marathon opened at the moment, Friday, April 25, and can keep open for per week till Friday, Could 2.
How a lot does it value?
In case you are a UK resident, and select to donate your entry charge to help the work of the London Marathon Basis through the poll course of in case your entry is unsuccessful, your entry free is lowered from £79.99 to £49.99.
Should you get supplied a spot after being profitable, for those who stay within the UK and didn’t decide to donate your entry charge when making use of, you’ll must pay the total entry charge of £79.99.
What occurs if I don’t get a spot within the first poll?
Should you don’t get a spot in the principle poll, not all hope is misplaced.
You’ll mechanically be entered right into a second poll, and you’ll not less than double your likelihood of getting a spot by means of that second draw.
In case you are profitable in both the primary or second poll, your entry is pay as you go and confirmed.
How do I do know if I’m within the poll?
Initially, you’ll obtain a affirmation e-mail whenever you apply, in addition to a cost receipt for those who donate your entry charge.
Organisers of the marathon suggest checking your junk folder for those who don’t see a affirmation e-mail quickly after making use of.
The outcomes of the 2026 London Marathon poll shall be emailed to all entrants in July 2025 – the precise date has not been confirmed.
What if I’m unsuccessful in each?
In case you are unsuccessful you’ll obtain a ‘premium winter operating prime’ which retails at £60, and the cash you entered shall be donated to the London Marathon Basis.
Prime-rated marathons within the UK for those who don’t get in to London
Should you aren’t fortunate sufficient to have the ability to race in London subsequent yr, by no means worry as there are many different choices throughout the UK.
From Manchester Marathon, billed because the flattest and most pleasant, to the Nice Welsh Marathon providing gorgeous views of the Llanelli Millennium Coastal Park, there’s sure to be an alternative choice for you.
The Brighton Marathon is held just a few weeks earlier than the London Marathon, or you would head to Blackpool and soak up all the seaside resort’s vacationer spots en route.
Edinburgh Marathon can be identified for its super-flat route, making it an important possibility for freshmen, or in order for you extra of a problem the multi-terrain New Forest Marathon takes you thru the center of the gorgeous nationwide park.
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