Tell us: have you completed a running event wearing an amusing costume?London Marathon attracts diverse participants, including those in costumes, raising significant charity funds.
London Marathon runners raise world record 73.5 million for charityLondon Marathon raised a record £73.5 million for charity, setting a new world record for one-day fundraising events.
London Marathon ballot ballot due out on Wednesday after record number appliedRecord number of applicants for London Marathon 2025.
London Marathon raises record 73.5m for charityTCS London Marathon raises record £73.5 million for charity, surpassing its previous record.
Record-breaking number of people apply for 2025 London MarathonOver 840,000 applicants for the 2025 London Marathon, breaking world record.
London Marathon runners get free c2c rail travelParticipants in London Marathon receive free rail travel on c2c network.
Tell us: have you completed a running event wearing an amusing costume?London Marathon attracts diverse participants, including those in costumes, raising significant charity funds.
London Marathon runners raise world record 73.5 million for charityLondon Marathon raised a record £73.5 million for charity, setting a new world record for one-day fundraising events.
London Marathon ballot ballot due out on Wednesday after record number appliedRecord number of applicants for London Marathon 2025.
London Marathon raises record 73.5m for charityTCS London Marathon raises record £73.5 million for charity, surpassing its previous record.
Record-breaking number of people apply for 2025 London MarathonOver 840,000 applicants for the 2025 London Marathon, breaking world record.
London Marathon runners get free c2c rail travelParticipants in London Marathon receive free rail travel on c2c network.
'We discovered my daughter's brain tumour after theme park visit'Tina Smith is running the London Marathon to raise money for Brain Tumour Research after her daughter Connie's brain tumour diagnosis.
'My sister fell pregnant while battling brain cancer'Running marathon for Brain Tumour Research inspired by sister's battle with glioblastoma.
'We discovered my daughter's brain tumour after theme park visit'Tina Smith is running the London Marathon to raise money for Brain Tumour Research after her daughter Connie's brain tumour diagnosis.
'My sister fell pregnant while battling brain cancer'Running marathon for Brain Tumour Research inspired by sister's battle with glioblastoma.
Olympic triathlon champion Yee to run London MarathonOlympic champion Alex Yee will compete in his first full marathon at the 2025 London Marathon.
What is the route for the London Marathon 2024? All to know about the courseLondon Marathon follows a well-known route across the capital, passing iconic landmarks like Cutty Sark, Tower Bridge, and Buckingham Palace.Course is flat and on smooth concrete roads, ideal for runners, with key points at mile 13, mile 20 'The Wall,' Tower Bridge, views of Big Ben and London Eye.
Jepchirchir sets women's-only marathon recordPeres Jepchirchir broke the women's-only world record at the London Marathon with a time of 2:16:16, surpassing Mary Keitany's previous mark.
Women's London marathon will be tougher race to win than Olympics'The London Marathon is set to host an exceptionally competitive field, potentially surpassing Olympic difficulty levels due to the record-breaking participants.
Glorious day': London Marathon organisers hail 2024 event as records fallThe London Marathon had a record-breaking event with the women's-only world record broken and the highest charity funds raised in history.
Olympic triathlon champion Yee to run London MarathonOlympic champion Alex Yee will compete in his first full marathon at the 2025 London Marathon.
What is the route for the London Marathon 2024? All to know about the courseLondon Marathon follows a well-known route across the capital, passing iconic landmarks like Cutty Sark, Tower Bridge, and Buckingham Palace.Course is flat and on smooth concrete roads, ideal for runners, with key points at mile 13, mile 20 'The Wall,' Tower Bridge, views of Big Ben and London Eye.
Jepchirchir sets women's-only marathon recordPeres Jepchirchir broke the women's-only world record at the London Marathon with a time of 2:16:16, surpassing Mary Keitany's previous mark.
Women's London marathon will be tougher race to win than Olympics'The London Marathon is set to host an exceptionally competitive field, potentially surpassing Olympic difficulty levels due to the record-breaking participants.
Glorious day': London Marathon organisers hail 2024 event as records fallThe London Marathon had a record-breaking event with the women's-only world record broken and the highest charity funds raised in history.
The UK's Second Largest Marathon Announces More Allocations Following London 2025 Ballot ResultsManchester Marathon offers an opportunity for aspiring runners who were unsuccessful in the London Marathon ballot to participate in a renowned and well-organized event.
Fun run celebrating London's 'diverse running culture' to close roadRun The Ends 2024 celebrates London's diverse running culture with events and activities, closing Chalkhill Road for safety.
The UK's Second Largest Marathon Announces More Allocations Following London 2025 Ballot ResultsManchester Marathon offers an opportunity for aspiring runners who were unsuccessful in the London Marathon ballot to participate in a renowned and well-organized event.
Fun run celebrating London's 'diverse running culture' to close roadRun The Ends 2024 celebrates London's diverse running culture with events and activities, closing Chalkhill Road for safety.
fromwww.theguardian.com7 months agoMystery solved after 116 years: how the King helped prove marathon really is 26m 385ydsThe mystery of the 1908 London Olympic marathon distance being 174 yards short.
How the 2025 London Marathon is already breaking recordsRecord 840,318 applications received for London Marathon 2025, up from 578,374 last year.
How to enter the London Marathon 2025 after record numbers applyRunners struggle to secure a spot in the London Marathon, with a record-breaking 840,000 applications received for the 2025 race.
How the 2025 London Marathon is already breaking recordsRecord 840,318 applications received for London Marathon 2025, up from 578,374 last year.
How to enter the London Marathon 2025 after record numbers applyRunners struggle to secure a spot in the London Marathon, with a record-breaking 840,000 applications received for the 2025 race.
London Marathon 2024: Record number of runners to take part in 26.2-mile showpiece eventRecord number of participants for the London Marathon, with increased inclusivity and equal prize money for wheelchair and non-disabled athletes.
Head teacher does a runner' for her deaf pupilsRachel Kelly raised funds for National Deaf Children's Society by running the London Marathon, supported by her school community.
London Marathon 2024: Record number of runners to take part in 26.2-mile showpiece eventRecord number of participants for the London Marathon, with increased inclusivity and equal prize money for wheelchair and non-disabled athletes.
Head teacher does a runner' for her deaf pupilsRachel Kelly raised funds for National Deaf Children's Society by running the London Marathon, supported by her school community.
London Marathon runner honoured' after wine challenge goes viralTom Gilbey sipped a glass of wine after each mile of the London Marathon, prompting donations to a charity.
London Marathon wine guy' on how he sampled 25 wines during raceA wine merchant blind tasted 25 glasses of wine at each mile of the London Marathon, surpassing his fundraising goal for a hospice charity.
London Marathon runner honoured' after wine challenge goes viralTom Gilbey sipped a glass of wine after each mile of the London Marathon, prompting donations to a charity.
London Marathon wine guy' on how he sampled 25 wines during raceA wine merchant blind tasted 25 glasses of wine at each mile of the London Marathon, surpassing his fundraising goal for a hospice charity.
London Marathon director urges protesters to avoid event as 'people running for Palestine and Israel'The London Marathon promotes coexistence and togetherness, discouraging disruption by potential protesters.
Running the London Marathon? Here's how to get free train travel on the day if you live in Essexc2c offers free travel for London Marathon runners in support of charity.
London Marathon weather: Sunny start followed by cool temperatures ideal for runnersClose Weather forecast for London Marathon on Sunday: dry with sun, cool temperatures, slight chance of rain. High pressure brings relief for participants. Sun pops up but remains cool.
Upminster grandad, 79, goes viral on TikTok after completing 27th marathonBob Smith, 79, completed his 27th London Marathon, raising funds for Sense, a charity supporting people with disabilities.
London Marathon director urges protesters to avoid event as 'people running for Palestine and Israel'The London Marathon promotes coexistence and togetherness, discouraging disruption by potential protesters.
Running the London Marathon? Here's how to get free train travel on the day if you live in Essexc2c offers free travel for London Marathon runners in support of charity.
London Marathon weather: Sunny start followed by cool temperatures ideal for runnersClose Weather forecast for London Marathon on Sunday: dry with sun, cool temperatures, slight chance of rain. High pressure brings relief for participants. Sun pops up but remains cool.
Upminster grandad, 79, goes viral on TikTok after completing 27th marathonBob Smith, 79, completed his 27th London Marathon, raising funds for Sense, a charity supporting people with disabilities.
The London Marathon runners proud to be lastSupport for back of the pack runners is crucial in marathons.
adidas (almost completely) sweeps the 2024 London Marathon podium!The 2024 London Marathon saw a new women's only World Record with strong performances by adidas athletes.
How to enter the 2025 London Marathon ballot- You've not got long to apply!The London Marathon 2025 ballot is now open for entries, offering both UK and international participants a chance to secure a spot in this iconic race.
How to enter next year's London MarathonThe London Marathon 2025 requires serious preparation and a competitive ballot system for entry.
How to enter the 2025 London Marathon ballot- You've not got long to apply!The London Marathon 2025 ballot is now open for entries, offering both UK and international participants a chance to secure a spot in this iconic race.
How to enter next year's London MarathonThe London Marathon 2025 requires serious preparation and a competitive ballot system for entry.
EastEnders BBC iPlayer schedule change amid never done before' filming formatDue to a filming format change, BBC's EastEnders episode was delayed to incorporate real-life footage of London Marathon for a charity storyline.
Less than a week after running Boston, Zdeno Chara finishes London MarathonZdeno Chara completed his 8th marathon with a time of 3:11:04, showcasing his athletic prowess post-hockey career.
London Marathon 2024: Elite runners, world record bids, GB athletes to watch, celebrities and weatherTributes to 2023 London Marathon winner Kelvin Kiptum will be paid, potential for a world record being set, and elite athletes participating in the upcoming London Marathon.
London Marathon 2024: elite races and more liveWomen's race at London Marathon could be tougher than the Olympics.
Kiptum remembered in Kenya's London marathon doubleKenyan runners, Peres Jepchirchir and Alexander Mutiso Munyao, won the women's and men's elite races, respectively, at the London Marathon.
Tigist Assefa targets breakthrough women's marathon world record timeEthiopia's Tigist Assefa aims to lower the women's marathon world record below 2:10, prioritizing victory over time in the London Marathon.
Peres Jepchirchir beats women's-only world record to win London MarathonPeres Jepchirchir set a world record at the London Marathon, with Marcel Hug winning his fourth consecutive men's wheelchair race.
London Marathon 2024: Elite runners, world record bids, GB athletes to watch, celebrities and weatherTributes to 2023 London Marathon winner Kelvin Kiptum will be paid, potential for a world record being set, and elite athletes participating in the upcoming London Marathon.
London Marathon 2024: elite races and more liveWomen's race at London Marathon could be tougher than the Olympics.
Kiptum remembered in Kenya's London marathon doubleKenyan runners, Peres Jepchirchir and Alexander Mutiso Munyao, won the women's and men's elite races, respectively, at the London Marathon.
Tigist Assefa targets breakthrough women's marathon world record timeEthiopia's Tigist Assefa aims to lower the women's marathon world record below 2:10, prioritizing victory over time in the London Marathon.
Peres Jepchirchir beats women's-only world record to win London MarathonPeres Jepchirchir set a world record at the London Marathon, with Marcel Hug winning his fourth consecutive men's wheelchair race.
London Marathon 2024 results: Marcel Hug wins men's wheelchair race for fourth year in a rowMarcel Hug won the men's wheelchair race at London Marathon for the fourth consecutive year.
Ratcliffe races to Wembley after London MarathonJim Ratcliffe, Manchester United co-owner, completed the London Marathon before rushing to watch an FA Cup match, emphasizing patience in the team's journey.
London Marathon to Wembley - Ratcliffe's busy SundayCo-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe raced in London Marathon and then watched Man United at Wembley FA Cup semi-final, showcasing dedication and grit.
Ratcliffe races to Wembley after London MarathonJim Ratcliffe, Manchester United co-owner, completed the London Marathon before rushing to watch an FA Cup match, emphasizing patience in the team's journey.
London Marathon to Wembley - Ratcliffe's busy SundayCo-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe raced in London Marathon and then watched Man United at Wembley FA Cup semi-final, showcasing dedication and grit.
Britain's Emile Cairess finishes third at London Marathon to book Olympic spotEmile Cairess moved from eighth to third in the London Marathon, securing a spot for the Paris Olympics despite facing training disruptions due to his cousin's car crash.
Hour-by-hour weather forecast as thousands set to take part in London Marathon todayClear and sunny weather expected for the London Marathon 2024.
Man who was in a coma and relearnt to walk is now running the London MarathonConnor Blundell overcame a serious accident in Spain, relearned to walk and talk, and is now running the London Marathon, expressing gratitude and raising awareness for homelessness and clean water.
The hour-by-hour weather forecast for the London MarathonCheck the hour-by-hour weather forecast for the London Marathon on April 21 to plan accordingly.
Met Office forecasts sunny weather for London Marathon with 12C expectedMore than 50,000 participants expected in the London Marathon on Sunday with favorable weather conditions.
The hour-by-hour weather forecast for the London MarathonCheck the hour-by-hour weather forecast for the London Marathon on April 21 to plan accordingly.
Met Office forecasts sunny weather for London Marathon with 12C expectedMore than 50,000 participants expected in the London Marathon on Sunday with favorable weather conditions.
London Marathon 2024: Hardest Geezer' Russ Cook among record 50,000 running raceLondon Marathon 2024: Record number of participants expected, equal prize money for wheelchair and non-disabled athletes, high interest and participation rate
London Marathon: Group to run in 10-person bus costumeJackie Scully will take on the London Marathon in a 10-person bus costume to commemorate 10 years post-chemotherapy.The group aims to raise £100,000 for charities including Breast Cancer Now and will be dressed as everyday heroes.
All of the famous faces running in the 2024 London MarathonCelebrities and elite athletes are gearing up to run the London Marathon in 2024 for various charities.
Luton London Marathon entrants raising cash for cancer charityRunning club raises funds for charity and promotes community health and well-being.
London Marathon director urges protesters not to disrupt eventThe London Marathon aims to bring people together and promote coexistence amidst global tensions.
London Marathon: 'People love my costume - animals are confused'Fancy dress adds challenges to marathon training but can bring joy and raise funds for charity.
London Marathon: Group to run in 10-person bus costumeJackie Scully will take on the London Marathon in a 10-person bus costume to commemorate 10 years post-chemotherapy.The group aims to raise £100,000 for charities including Breast Cancer Now and will be dressed as everyday heroes.
All of the famous faces running in the 2024 London MarathonCelebrities and elite athletes are gearing up to run the London Marathon in 2024 for various charities.
Luton London Marathon entrants raising cash for cancer charityRunning club raises funds for charity and promotes community health and well-being.
London Marathon director urges protesters not to disrupt eventThe London Marathon aims to bring people together and promote coexistence amidst global tensions.
London Marathon: 'People love my costume - animals are confused'Fancy dress adds challenges to marathon training but can bring joy and raise funds for charity.
Man paralysed on one side eyes marathon world recordAnthony Bryan, paralyzed on one side, aims to break marathon world record, supported by Ben Davies.
Find out how you can watch the London Marathon from home this weekendWatch the London Marathon from home: BBC provides full coverage on BBC One and iPlayer from 8:30 am to 2 pm.
Five things to do in Greenwich ahead of the London MarathonExplore Greenwich while in London for the Marathon with food, drinks, and sightseeing options.
Here are the London Marathon 2024 road closures to watch out forLondon Marathon on April 21 will cause road closures affecting activities around the city.
The planned Thameslink engineering works this London Marathon weekendPlanned engineering work will affect travel in London during the marathon weekend.
London Marathon 2024: Freebies and discounts for runners, from food to travelRunning a marathon can lead to getting various freebies like massage oil, yoga sessions, pizza, ice baths, and more on London Marathon day.
All the freebies you can get after completing the London MarathonCelebrate completing the London Marathon with various free offers, including drinks, food, and discounts from different businesses.
London Marathon 2024: Freebies and discounts for runners, from food to travelRunning a marathon can lead to getting various freebies like massage oil, yoga sessions, pizza, ice baths, and more on London Marathon day.
All the freebies you can get after completing the London MarathonCelebrate completing the London Marathon with various free offers, including drinks, food, and discounts from different businesses.
New exit added at Blackheath station ahead of London MarathonSoutheastern added a new exit at Blackheath Station for London Marathon runners.
London Marathon: David Weir aims for ninth win in 25th race with new Formula 1-designed racing wheelchairDavid Weir's incredible career in the London Marathon is fueled by determination and cutting-edge equipment.
Supporting a London Marathon runner? Check this handy supporters guideSupport is crucial for London Marathon runners, with tools like tracking apps and belief boosters available for encouragement.
Meet the woman running the London Marathon topless for mastectomy awarenessRunning topless to raise awareness for mastectomy scars and flat closure surgery after cancer operation.
This is everywhere offering free food and drink for London Marathon runnersLondon Marathon runners can enjoy free food and drinks at various restaurants throughout the city by showing their medal or volunteer pass.
Here are all the start times and waves for the London MarathonUnderstanding London Marathon start waves and times is crucial for runners and spectators on race day.
Running the London Marathon? This is everything you need to know for the big dayUnderstanding key details and being prepared is crucial for London Marathon runners.
Here are all the start times and waves for the London MarathonUnderstanding London Marathon start waves and times is crucial for runners and spectators on race day.
Running the London Marathon? This is everything you need to know for the big dayUnderstanding key details and being prepared is crucial for London Marathon runners.
Two Ukrainian soldiers running London Marathon to show unbreakable' spiritUkrainian soldiers, including amputees, are participating in the London Marathon to showcase resilience and strength.
Woman to run London Marathon for SamaritansRunning London Marathon in memory of a father to support Samaritans and encourage open conversations about emotional distress.
What to do if you can no longer run in the London Marathon and want to deferParticipants can defer their spot from the London Marathon due to various reasons like injury or lack of preparedness.The process to defer is simple and offers the option to cancel entry or use the spot for the following year.
Make-up artist hopes to become fastest drag queen to run London MarathonRyan Walklett aims to break a Guinness World Record by running the London Marathon in a drag outfit under four hours to support LGBTQ+ inclusion in sports.His unique attire, inspired by drag culture, aims to challenge stereotypes and raise awareness for the Terrence Higgins Trust, a charity supporting HIV and sexual health.
London Marathon 2024: How to watch on the BBC, elite runners, route, start timesEthiopia and Kenya have strong representations in the elite marathon races.David Weir from Britain is a prominent contender in the wheelchair races.
When is the London Marathon taking place this year? It's not long to wait now!The London Marathon is set to take place on Sunday, April 21, 2024.Participants can still join the marathon through charity places or the virtual London Marathon.
Former Iranian prisoner to run London MarathonAnoosheh Ashoori was imprisoned in Iran for nearly five years before being released in 2022.Mr. Ashoori found solace in running with inspiration from a Haruki Murakami book.
fromTravel + Leisure8 months agoAs a 'Healthy' World Traveler, My Cancer Diagnosis Shocked Me - so I Signed Up to Run the London MarathonFacing a sudden thyroid cancer diagnosis, Nina Ruggiero leaned further into her global travels, even running the London Marathon during treatment.