2025 TCS LONDON MARATHON
Take on the greatest road race in the world in the 2025 TCS London Marathon. Join our Fundraising Army and experience unrivalled support and become part of our incredible community of runners as you take on the most famous marathon in the world.
This is one of life's great challenges: the atmosphere is second to none and the sense of achievement is wonderful.
As a fundraising event, nothing can compete with the marathon, with thousands of people taking to the streets many in fancy dress, raising money for causes close to their heart.
We'd love to have you as part of our running team.
When is it? 27 April 2025
Where? London
Registration fee: £100 non - refundable
Sponsorship commitment: £2,000 excluding gift aid
How we'll support you:
Whether you're experienced or first time runner, The Army Benevolent Fund will be with you every step of the way. We offer all our runners a fantastic support package.
We will do all we can to ensure that your TCS London Marathon experience is one you will never forget.
What to expect when you join our team:
- Loads of training and fundraising advice.
- Regular e-newsletters.
- A vest.
- Enthusiastic cheering teams along the marathon route.
- A post-race reception with massage and refreshments.
- A dedicated and experienced project manager to provide support and advice.
Want a place?
**We are currently only accepting Wait List applications**
Apply for one of our charity places:
Our application process for 2025 TCS London Marathon is now open. If you would like to be added to the wait list, please go to 'Apply for a place' tab at the top of this page or email Rae Murphy at rmurphy@armybenevolentfund.org for more information.
Please read the Terms & Conditions before applying for a place.
Have a ballot place?
If you are successful in the TCS London Marathon public ballot and received your accepted email, got your place through a running club, or have a deferred entry, we would be delighted to have you join The ABF Team.
As an own place runner, you receive all the same support from our dedicated events team as those with a charity place, but there are no sponsorship targets to meet.
We are always grateful for your support and for any funds you can raise for The Army Benevolent Fund.
Contact rmurphy@armybenevolentfund.org for more information.
Thank you for showing your interest in running the iconic TCS London Marathon 2025 in aid of The Army Benevolent Fund. Please complete the below application by giving us as many information as you can about your fundraising plan.
All of the applications will be reviewed within 48hrs when we will get back to you.
If you have any questions about the event or your application, please read our FAQ section or email Rae Murphy at rmurphy@armybenevolentfund.org for more information.
TCS LM 25 FAQ
Fancy joining our London Marathon Team or are you already part of the team but still have some questions? We have a few pointers below covered, however should you have more questions, please contact the marathon event manager, Rae on rmurphy@armybenevolentfund.org
How do I pay my registration fee?
Once you have been offered a charity place, you will receive a confirmation email from the Event Manager with a payment link and your unique payment code valid for 48hrs since receiving the email.
How do I pay my fundraising?
We encourage our supporters to use their online fundraising page which has been set up for you upon paying the registration fee for the marathon. Alternatively, you can set up your online fundraising page on Just Giving. When fundraising online all the donations will automatically be received by the charity.
Offline donations/cheques:
For any offline donations, such as cash, please contact Rae on rmurphy@armybenevolentfund.org for a charity bank account details.
Cheques should be made payable and sent to the below address with your name and the event name written on the reverse side:
Please make a cheque payable to Army Benevolent Fund and send to the below address:
Army Benevolent Fund
Mountbarrow House
12 Elizabeth Street
SW1W 9RB
London
Can I get a sponsorship form?
Sponsorship forms are great form of offline fundraising. You will receive an online copy in your first e-newsletter
Is it possible to return or exchange the size of my running top?
You might find you don't want your top after all or maybe it doesn't quite fit. If that's the case you can return it to us or exchange it for a different size. Please note, the top must be unwarned and have a label attached.
Can I get a collection tin?
Absolutely! We have both plastic collection pots and cardboard collection boxes.
Please email events@armybenevolentfund.org and let us know which collection box would you like and the quantity. Please note, we can send maximum 10 collection tins to every supporter.
What materials I can get to support my fundraising?
We can send you our balloons, banting, posters, pens, sponsorship forms. We also have an online version of our posters and sponsorship form.
When is the deadline to complete my console registration?
Please look out for our regular newsletters with the latest updates about the event to find out more about the console. Once the official console opens for registrations you will receive an email from us explainging the next steps.
Where is the ABF post – race reception held?
Our post-race reception will be held at Wellington Barracks in London, a short walking distance from the finish line.
How many guests I can invite to the post-race reception?
Every participant is welcome to invite maximum 5 people to attend the post – marathon reception. However, should you wish to invite more people, please contact directly the event manager so we can find the best way to accommodate everyone.
I want to volunteer for the Army Benevolent Fund at the TSC London Marathon
We're always looking for volunteers. You can find out more and sign up to volunteer here.
