Collage of Ben runners at the TCS London Marathon, celebrating at the finish line and showing off their medals.

TCS London Marathon 2027

Name: TCS London Marathon | Charity Places | Ben
Start: 2027-04-27T12:00:00Z

All places for 2027 have now been taken, register your interest for 2028.

The London Marathon

Date: 24th & 25th April 2027 (SOLD OUT)
Registration fee: £60
Fundraising target: £2,000

All spaces for 2027 have now been taken, register your interest for 2028 here.

For the first time in Ben's history, we have 26 charity places available for the 2027 Double TCS London Marathon. 20 on the brand new Saturday event, a world first, and 6 on the iconic Sunday. We have never had this many places before. Ever.

26.2 miles. Greenwich to Westminster. One of the world's greatest sporting events. And every step you take raises vital funds for automotive people who need Ben's support.

Whether you’re a seasoned runner or have always wanted to run a marathon, the London Marathon is truly amazing, one of life’s bucket list challenges. Whether you think it will be hard enough in your running gear or you plan to do it in fancy dress, you’ll have thousands of people encouraging and cheering you on all the way.

We’d love to have you on team Ben!

How do I sign up?

To join Team Ben, we ask for a £60 registration fee and that you fundraise £2,000 (excluding Gift Aid). As part of Team Ben, you will receive a fundraising pack and a running top to stand out in the crowd, as well as support from our events team.

We’d love to have you on Team Ben! Register your interest for 2028 now.

FAQs

How hard is it?

The London Marathon is most definitely a challenge and we recommend anyone thinking about taking part fully considers whether they are capable of doing so. It's something that will need a long term training plan for so that your body is able to stand up to the rigours of running 26.2 miles.

How old do I have to be?

You can be any age from 18-100 to take part, as long as you feel able to complete the course healthily.

When will I hear if I've secured a place?

Complete our short registration form today, and someone from our Events team will be in touch to let you know if you have been selected for one of our places by Monday, 10th August 2026.

What if I can't raise the sponsorship?

We ask you to seriously consider if you will raise the target set. Ben has limited spaces in the Marathon and it is vital that we raise as much as possible to ensure that we are able to support our automotive family and and in the future. We will be with you every step of the way!

Our 2025 runners

Grinning marathon runner with rainbow-dyed hair holding up his finisher medal on The Mall, lined with Union Jack flags.

Runner in a blue #DoIt4Ben vest wearing his London Marathon finisher's medal after the race.

A runner in a blue vest reading "Amy #Do It 4 Ben" smiles with her marathon finisher's medal, Union Jack flags and other runners behind her.

A runner in a blue Ben vest reading 'Stacey' and '#DoIt4Ben' gives a thumbs up and a wave at the London Marathon finish area.

A runner smiling after the London Marathon, wearing a blue Ben vest with '#DoIt4Ben' and a finisher's medal.

A runner in a grey hoodie and shorts holds up her gold finisher's medal in Trafalgar Square after the London Marathon.

A smiling runner in a blue race top holds up his London Marathon finisher's medal in a park.

Runner in a blue 'Do It 4 Ben' shirt and cap taking a smiling selfie during the London Marathon, with crowds and Tower Bridge behind him.

Two smiling marathon runners take a selfie on the course, one in a light blue #DoIt4Ben vest with blue hair, the other in a Ben headband and a top reading 'Jamie'.

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'When I ran out of hope...I called Ben'

Jamie, who works for Arnold Clark, needed Ben’s support after struggling with depression following two failed marriages and losing his dad. After speaking to some work colleagues, they encouraged him to talk to Ben.

The automotive industry is a family and we come together to look after our own. When you complete this challenge you'll be making a life changing difference to those in the automotive family, just like Jamie's.

When any member of our automotive family is struggling, we all rally to support them.

Watch Jamie's story to find out how your support can make a life-changing difference.

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