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2027 TCS London Marathon

For the first time ever, London Marathon weekend will feature two race days, with a brand-new Saturday marathon alongside the traditional Sunday event. Overcoming MS has five charity places available in this inaugural Saturday race.

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Be part of London Marathon history. Help more people live well with MS.

The TCS London Marathon is the UK’s biggest running event and one of the most iconic marathons in the world.

In 2027, it’s making history. For the first time ever, London Marathon weekend will feature two race days, with a brand-new Saturday marathon alongside the traditional Sunday event.

Overcoming MS has just five charity places available in this inaugural Saturday race. It’s a unique opportunity to be part of a landmark sporting event while helping more people live well with multiple sclerosis.

Whether you’re aiming for a personal best or taking on your first marathon, we’ll support you every step of the way.

Apply for one of our five charity places today

Apply for a charity place

We’re looking for five passionate runners to join Team Overcoming MS.

Your charity place includes:

  • Registration fee: £100
  • Minimum sponsorship pledge: £2,750

Complete our application form and tell us:

  • Why you’d like to run for Overcoming MS.
  • What has inspired you to support our work.
  • How you plan to reach your fundraising target.

With just five places available, we’ll be looking for applicants who demonstrate a genuine commitment to Overcoming MS and a realistic fundraising plan.

 

Apply for the disability ballot

The Saturday Disability Ballot is open until 24 August. Like the main public ballot, places are allocated at random, giving you the chance to secure your own place in the TCS London Marathon.

Already have your own place?

Congratulations on securing your place in the 2027 TCS London Marathon – whether you’re running on Saturday or Sunday!

We’d love you to join Team Overcoming MS as an Own Place runner and help more people live well with MS.

There’s no minimum fundraising target for Own Place runners. We simply ask you to raise as much as you can, and we’ll support you every step of the way with fundraising ideas, resources and encouragement.

Simply complete the application form and select Own Place to join Team Overcoming MS.

Why run for Overcoming MS?

Every five minutes, someone, somewhere, is diagnosed with MS.

Your fundraising will help people living with MS to:

  • Access trusted, evidence-based lifestyle information.
  • Learn from leading experts through webinars and events.
  • Connect with a supportive global community.
  • Access free resources that help them live well with MS.

The difference you’ll make

Every donation helps more people access trusted support.

  • £2,000 could help deliver a series of expert-led webinars.
  • £3,000 could help support our Live Well Hub community.
  • £4,000 could help develop and share evidence-based resources that reach people around the world.

Whatever you raise, you’ll help more people live well with MS.

We’ll support you every step of the way

When you join Team Overcoming MS, you won’t be doing it alone. From the moment you’re offered a place until you cross the finish line on The Mall, we’ll be there to support you.

As part of Team Overcoming MS, you’ll receive:

  • An exclusive Overcoming MS running vest.
  • Dedicated fundraising support.
  • Fundraising resources and ideas.
  • Regular training encouragement.
  • The opportunity to connect with fellow Team Overcoming MS runners.
  • Whether it’s your first marathon or your fiftieth, we’ll help you make every mile count.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need marathon experience?

No. Runners of all abilities are welcome.

Will I hear if I've been successful?

We’ll review applications and contact successful applicants as soon as possible.

What are the fundraising commitments?

Charity place runners: £100 registration fee and a minimum sponsorship pledge of £2,750.

Own Place runners: No minimum fundraising target – we simply ask you to raise as much as you can.

I already have a place. Can I still run for Overcoming MS?

Absolutely. Whether you’re running on Saturday or Sunday, we’d love you to join Team Overcoming MS as an Own Place runner. 

Can Gift Aid count towards my fundraising target?

No. Your minimum sponsorship pledge of £2,750 must be raised before Gift Aid. Any Gift Aid claimed on eligible donations will be in addition to your fundraising total and will help support even more people living with MS.

Will you help me with fundraising?

Absolutely, we will support you! From the moment you join Team Overcoming MS, we’ll provide fundraising ideas and resources to help you reach your target. Whether you’re organising an event, asking friends and family to sponsor you or approaching your employer for matched funding, we’ll be with you every step of the way.

Ready to join Team Overcoming MS?

Whether you’re applying for one of our five charity places or already have your own place, we’d love to welcome you to Team Overcoming MS.

Complete the application form and join Team Overcoming MS. Together, we can help more people live well with MS.

Applications close midnight (GMT) Sunday 30th August 2026

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