TCS London Marathon

For one year only, the TCS London Marathon is becoming a two-day event! On Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 April 2027, a record 100,000 runners will take on the most iconic 26.2 miles in the world, and #TeamLink will be there on both days! Thank you to everyone who registered their interest in running for #TeamLink at the TCS Double London Marathon. We're delighted to say all six of our charity places have now been snapped up - Matt, Becky, Kelsey, Paul and Jack will be running on Saturday 24 April, and Georgia will take on the Sunday.

You can still get behind them by sponsoring their fundraising - every mile they run will help reduce loneliness and social isolation for older people in our community. See below.

Secured a ballot place?

Congratulations! You can still run as part of #TeamLink and enjoy all the same support, cheers and team spirit along the way. Please contact us and we’ll get back to you shortly.

Team Link 2026

Meet the incredible runners taking on the 2027 London Marathon for The Link. Click a name to visit their fundraising page and show your support.

Matt Pope >

“Every donation, no matter the size, will make a real difference. Thank you for your support.”

Paul Jenkins >

“I’m running for The Link, helping older people experiencing loneliness and social isolation.”

Georgia Cook >

“This cause is very close to my heart because my nanny lived with dementia.”

Kelsey Woname >

“I really believe in the importance of connection and companionship, particularly for older people who may otherwise spend a lot of time alone.”

Becky Nassar >

“I’m running in memory of my nan, for every older person who feels alone, and for the belief that nobody should feel forgotten.”

Jack Comerford >

“By supporting my challenge, you’ll help ensure older people have someone to talk to, somewhere to go, and a reason to smile.”

We're delighted to have #TeamLink on board! As part of the team, our runners will receive:

  • Dedicated support from our friendly fundraising team

  • A personalised Link Visiting Scheme running vest with their name

  • A Q&A with a qualified physiotherapist to help look after those legs and feet!

  • Access to a variety of fundraising ideas, materials and resources

#TeamLink

Our #TeamLink heroes

We are so proud of everyone who has taken on a challenge for The Link Visiting Scheme, and we know our future runners are going to smash it too! Could you be our next #TeamLink runner?

Laura ran the TCS London Marathon and smashed her fundraising target, with our wonderful community spurring her on with countless messages and donations.

"What a privilege to have completed the TCS London Marathon for such a wonderful cause. All of the support really spurred me on when times got tough — thank you to everyone who donated."

Kevin has also taken on the challenge for The Link Visiting Scheme, raising vital funds to help older people feel less lonely.

"It truly exceeded all my expectations. The support from family, friends and the cheering crowds helped me across the finishing line — I'm so grateful to everyone who sponsored me. I was proud to raise money for a cause I am passionate about."