2026 TCS London Marathon

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2026 TCS London Marathon

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The TCS London Marathon is the most popular marathon on the planet and more than one million people have completed the event since its first edition in 1981. The entire course is lined with spectators, cheering participants on every step of the way, making for a unique atmosphere and unforgettable experience. Will you join them in 2026?

TCS London Marathon (UK) and TCS London Marathon (International)

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Sun, Apr 26, 2026

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London, United Kingdom

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Who‘s Attending?

3865 community members attending

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Where and when

Location

London, UK

Start times

Sunday, Apr 26, 2026

TCS London Marathon (UK)TCS London Marathon (International)

Event summary

Here are the distances available for 2026 TCS London Marathon

TCS London Marathon (UK)

26.2mi

free

TCS London Marathon (International)

26.2mi

£199 - £225

Route information

Distance: 26.2 miles Terrain: Closed roads and pavements Elevation: Mostly flat

The London Marathon course is one of the most iconic routes in running. Winding its way through the heart of the capital, with crowds lining the side of the route at every step, the course has barely changed since the race was first held in 1981.

The course starts in leafy Blackheath, heads east through Charlton and Woolwich for three miles, turns west and passes the Cutty Sark in Greenwich after six to seven miles.

It crosses the River Thames at Tower Bridge and then loops around London through Canary Wharf and back along the river past the Shard and the London Eye.

Runners will finish in a blaze of glory as they pass several of London's most iconic landmarks in the final few miles: Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and Buckingham Palace.

What's included

Bespoke finisher's medal (optional)
Exclusive event T-shirt (optional)
Unrivalled on-course music and entertainment zones to keep you motivated
Incredible crowd support
Pre-event training advice and motivation
On-course hydration stations
Chip-timed results
Pacers
Closed roads
Marked and marshalled route
Full medical support

How to get there

London, UK

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Ensure you plan your journey to the Start Line in advance of the big day as there will be a number of road closures in place and your usual routes into the city may not be available.

Event day logistics

An official Participant Guide will be available in the lead up to the event with information on event packs, start time information, aid station info, and much more.