About the event
Date: Sunday 25th April 2027
Location: London
Distance: Marathon (26.2 miles)
The TCS London Marathon is a truly unforgettable experience! The world-famous route passes famous London landmarks including Tower Bridge, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace, with incredible support from the crowds throughout the 26.2 miles.
By taking on this challenge you will be helping to save sight, change lives.
Public ballot
The best way to secure a place is through the public ballot, which usually opens for a short period from the weekend of the 2026 event.
If you’re lucky enough to secure a place then please get in touch, as we’d love to welcome you on the Fight for Sight team. You can set your own fundraising target and you’ll receive the same support as our charity place runners.
Charity places
We have a limited number of charity places which will be awarded after the public ballot is announced in July 2026. If your application is successful you will need to raise a minimum of £2,500 and pay a £100 non-refundable registration fee within two weeks from the date your offer is made to secure your place.
- Registration fee: £100 (non-refundable)
- Minimum fundraising target: £2,500
You will need to raise £1,250 (50%) by mid-January 2027 and £1,875 (75%) by 31st March 2027. If you are unable to achieve this then Fight for Sight has the right to withdraw your place at their discretion.
Please provide as much detail as possible to ensure you have the best chance.
If you secure a place, you'll receive:
- A Fight for Sight running vest
- Invite to our WhatsApp group and virtual info session
- Regular contact and support from our friendly team
- A fundraising pack with tips and ideas
- Incredible support on marathon day
- Assistance with guide runner related enquiries
Looking for an alternative marathon?
We have access to other popular marathons such as in Amsterdam, Barcelona, Manchester, Paris and Yorkshire - which all have smaller fundraising targets. Please get in touch to find out more
For more information, please email events@fightforsight.org.uk or call our office on 020 7620 2066.
Frequently Asked Questions
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If I apply for a Fight for Sight charity place, can I enter the ballot?
Yes, we encourage you to double your chances and enter both. The public ballot usually opens for a short period from the weekend of the 2026 event. If you applied for a charity place and are successful with a ballot place then please let us know ASAP – events@fightforsight.org.uk
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What is the deadline to apply for a charity place?
Applications will be open until all our charity places are filled. We will start awarding charity place after the public ballot is announced in July 2026.
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When will I know if I have got a Fight for Sight charity place?
Charity places will be awarded on an ongoing basis after the public ballot is announced in July 2026. Once our charity places have filled you will then have the opportunity to join our waiting list.
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What is the fundraising target?
We ask runners who have one of our charity places to raise a minimum of £2,500. Our target is set to make sure that your fundraising efforts help to save sight, change lives, whilst also covering the cost of buying your place from the TCS London Marathon.
If you are lucky enough to get a ballot place then you can set your own fundraising target.
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What happens if I'm not able to raise the fundraising target?
We will provide you with handy tips and resources to help you reach your target. You can also get inspiration from our Fundraising Ideas. If for any reason you are struggling with your fundraising, please get in touch with our events team who will happily support you - events@fightforsight.org.uk
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I have a vision impairment, can I take part?
Yes. We are proud to work with the Richard Whitehead Foundation who provide trained Support/Guide Runners that are hand-picked to match your needs. Your Support Runner will receive a free entry into your chosen event. If you'd like a Support Runner (or you already have a Support Runner but require a free entry for them) then please get in touch with us events@fightforsight.org.uk. You can also register your interest with the Richard Whitehead Foundation to find out more.
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Do you have a step-by-step guide on fundraising for Fight For Sight?
We have a handy fundraising pack with all the information you need to fundraise for us - including how to create a memorable event, top tips for success and a printable checklist for you to keep on hand!
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When will I receive my Fight for Sight top?
You will receive your branded top in the post no later than 2 weeks prior to the event date. If you’d like your top sooner then let us know - events@fightforsight.org.uk
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I need help — who can I contact?
Contact our events team at events@fightforsight.org.uk who will happily help.
Why support Fight for Sight?
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- Every 6 minutes
- a person in the UK hears that they will lose their sight
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- Just 1.2%
- of public investment in medical research goes into eye research
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- 2.7 million
- people will be living with vision loss by 2030. We’ll make sure life after vision loss is not a lonely one
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- Almost £30m
- is how much we plan to invest across scientific and social change over the next 5 years
Stories from our incredible marathon runners
