Join #TeamLink: Marathon 2027
The TCS London Marathon 2027 ballot opens tomorrow — could you join #TeamLink?
If you've ever dreamed of running one of the world's most iconic races, tomorrow is your moment. The ballot for the TCS London Marathon 2027 opens at 09:00 (BST) on Friday 24 April and closes at 16:00 on Friday 1 May, and we'd love you to consider running as part of #TeamLink! 😃
About the race
Join over 56,000 runners taking on 26.2 miles through the incredible sights of London's landmarks. Thousands of people line the streets making the atmosphere truly incomparable and an incredible day to remember. The 2027 race takes place at 9am on 25th April 2027 in London.
How to enter
The public ballot is a completely random draw, just like the National Lottery so everyone has an equal chance. Enter from 09:00 on Friday 24 April until 16:00 on Friday 1 May at londonmarathonevents.co.uk. You'll receive your outcome by email in early July. If you're lucky enough to secure a place, you can still run as part of #TeamLink!
Interested in a charity place?
The Link Visiting Scheme also has a limited number of charity places available, with an entry fee of £100 (non-refundable) and a minimum sponsorship target of £2,000. By joining #TeamLink you'll receive:
Dedicated support from our friendly fundraising team
A personalised Link Visiting Scheme running vest with your 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
To register your interest in a charity place, visit linkvisiting.org/marathon.
Our #TeamLink heroes
Don't just take our word for it — here's what some of our previous runners have to say.
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 also took 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."
We are so proud of everyone who has taken on a challenge for The Link Visiting Scheme. Could you be our next #TeamLink hero? Find out more and register your interest at linkvisiting.org/marathon.