Run the London Marathon in 2026

Each spring, a colourful flock of thousands gathers to take part in the London Marathon, one of the most famous races in the world. You can be there in 2026, by joining Team RSPB!   Whether you’re a fledging runner or hoping to fly around with a PB, when you run the London Marathon with us, you’ll be raising vital funds for the wildlife you love.  

Applications for our charity places have now closed. If you’d like to find out more about raising money for RSPB with your own ballot place, please email us at communityfundraising@rspb.org.uk

When you run with us, you’ll receive support and encouragement from a dedicated member of our Fundraising Team. They’ll be available throughout your training to help you smash your fundraising target and will be your biggest cheerleader on race day! We’ll also give you an RSPB running vest, so you stand out from the crowd. 

By taking on this incredible challenge and fundraising for RSPB, you’ll be helping us save threatened species, look after iconic landscapes and speak up for nature at a time when it really needs a champion. 

If you’re already taking part in the London Marathon 2026, we’d love to have you on Team RSPB! As a ballot runner there’s no fundraising goal - we'd love to have you join the flock whatever amount you hope to raise, and we’ll be there to give you our full support. But if you raise at least £150 for helping to protect and restore our amazing natural world, you’ll also get our very smart charity running vest. 

Find out more by emailing us at: communityfundraising@rspb.org.uk