London Marathon 2027

1. WellChild London Marathon Kit

FREE gear including a team running vest.

2. First Class Support

Training plans, fundraising tips, advice, merchandise and support from the WellChild Events Team. We have an online coach to help you reach the start line. Not to mention WellChild supporters cheering for you along the route.

3. Training plans powered by Coopah

FREE membership to Coopah marathon running app – The official training for the TCS London Marathon

4. Connect through our private Facebook and WhatsApp groups

Share your training progress, plan travel and race logistics, and build a strong bond with supportive teammates on your marathon journey!

4. Book your flights and accommodation through our exclusive travel partner, World Travel Concierge

Enjoy hassle-free planning, tailored marathon travel packages, and expert support every step of the way. With preferential rates and a dedicated booking team who’ll make sure your trip is smooth, stress-free and unforgettable. Find out more

5. Post race celebration

Unwind and relax with a post race leg massage, food and drink at our end of race party.

Call Claire on 01242 530007 or email [email protected] if you have questions.

Pledge to raise £2,000 in sponsorship (not including Gift Aid). If you have secured your own place there is no set target and we just ask you to raise as much as you can.

Yes, the minimum age requirement is 18 years of age or above on the day of the race.

Join the team and you’ll receive your training and fundraising pack that gives you loads of advice. In addition you will receive regular e-newsletter updates, technical running vest, fundraising materials, post race reception with food/drink and professional leg massage. You will also benefit from our cheer points around the course who will encourage you to the finish line. The WellChild Challenge Events Manager, Claire will also be on hand to give you any advice and is on the other end of the phone to prepare you for your big day!

You’ll need to train hard as marathon running is no easy challenge! You need to be able to complete the course in under six and half hours.

If you are injured before the challenge and need to withdraw please contact the Challenge Events department at WellChild as soon as possible. If you are injured on the day of the race organises will have adequate first aid cover.

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If you have any further questions please do not hesitate to contact Claire the Challenge Events Manager on 01242548761 or email [email protected]

Please read the following Terms & Conditions of Entry carefully. 

Fundraising Commitment 

• On offer of a place, participants are encouraged to kickstart their fundraising by making a personal donation (£100 suggested) to demonstrate commitment.  

• If you have secured a WellChild charity place, you agree to raise a minimum of £2,000.  

• If you have your own place (ballot/club), we ask that you raise as much as possible.  

Fundraising Milestones 

To help you stay on track, the following milestones apply to all WellChild charity place holders: 

• £1,000 (50%) by 31 December 2026  

• £1,600 (80%) by 1 March 2027  

• £2,000 (100%) by race day  

• Any corporate sponsorship or match funding must be agreed in advance with the WellChild Challenge Events Team.  

• WellChild reserves the right to review your place if reasonable progress is not being made against these milestones.  

Payment of Funds 

• All funds raised in the name of WellChild must be paid directly to WellChild.  

• You are legally responsible for ensuring all offline sponsorship is submitted promptly.  

• We ask that all outstanding funds are paid within 4 weeks of the event.  

Withdrawal 

• If you need to withdraw, you must notify WellChild in writing as soon as possible.  

• Donations can be refunded upon request; otherwise, we encourage sponsors to allow funds to remain with the charity.  

• You are responsible for returning any sponsorship not yet passed to WellChild if requested.  

Eligibility 

• You must be 18 years or older on race day.  

Health & Fitness 

• You confirm you are medically fit to take part and understand the demands of the event.  

Insurance 

• WellChild does not provide personal accident or medical insurance.  

• You are responsible for arranging your own insurance cover if required.  

Event Participation 

• You take part at your own risk.  

• You must follow all instructions from event organisers, marshals, WellChild staff and emergency services.  

• Participants are expected to behave in a professional and respectful manner at all times and in a way that reflects positively on WellChild.  

• The organisers reserve the right to refuse or withdraw entry if eligibility requirements are not met.  

Event Changes & Cancellation 

• Event arrangements may change due to circumstances beyond control.  

• WellChild reserves the right to withdraw places or cancel participation if necessary.  

Media & Communications 

• You agree to the use of your name, photos, and video footage for promotional purposes by WellChild and event organisers, unless specifically opting out in writing. 

Data Protection 

• You must inform us of any changes to your contact details.  

• All personal data will be handled in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018 and the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR).