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  • £120 entry fee and minimum £2,000 fundraising. Ballot places FREE.

Join Team RBL at the TCS London Marathon in 2025.

Whether this is a new ambition or you’re a regular marathoner we’d love to have you on our team. Each year around 50,000 runners take on this world-famous event and cross the finish line to cheers outside Buckingham Palace.

Please note that our charity places for 2025 are now full. We are no longer accepting applications for 2025 but you can register your interest for 2026.

 

    Ballot places

    Got a ballot place and want to join Team RBL in 2025?

    We’d love to have you on our team. If you’ve been successful in securing a place through the TCS London Marathon 2025 ballot you can still run and fundraise for us. You’ll receive exactly the same support as our charity place runners and can choose your own fundraising target.

    Join the team today

    What's included?

    We’ll support you all the way to the finish line with fundraising tips, training advice and celebrations on the day. 

    Your place on Team RBL will include: 

    • Training plans to help you hit your target time  

    • An exclusive virtual training event with a qualified personal trainer  

    • A personalised technical running top  

    • The loudest cheers on the day from our enthusiastic team 

    • Exclusive goody bag packed with gifts 


      Why Team RBL?

      By taking part and raising funds it will help us provide support for the Armed Forces community. We help ensure that those who have served are not disadvantaged because of the sacrifices they have made.

      What is the cost?

      We’re asking you to pay a registration fee of £120 and fundraise £2,000 to support the Armed Forces community.

      Volunteer with us!

      Not running the London Marathon this year? Why not volunteer to join us on one of the best events of the year at our cheer stations? We aim to be among the loudest & proudest cheer points along the route, motivating our RBL runners to the finish line. Your time directly impacts the experience of our participants on the day, provides an excellent opportunity to meet new people & supports building new skills.
      Sign up here

      FAQs

      If you have any further questions about the event, please give us a call on 0345 845 1945 or send us an email. You can also take a look at our frequently asked questions.

      What if the event is postponed?

      We follow government guidelines and put the health and safety of our participants, staff and beneficiaries first and foremost. If it is necessary to postpone an event we will be in touch to offer a choice of transfer or refund. Full details are in our Terms and Conditions.

      Please contact 0345 845 1945 if you’d like to know more about all we are doing.

      When will I find out if I have received a charity place in the TCS London Marathon?

      The Royal British Legion will be assigning places on a rolling basis and will let everyone know if they’ve been successful.

      When will I receive my official race day information?

      The final instructions magazine will be posted to you around four weeks before the event day. For the most up-to-date information, please do keep an eye on their website.  

      When will I receive my race number and timing chip?

      You will need to collect your marathon pack from the TCS London Marathon EXPO on either the Wednesday, Thursday, Friday or Saturday before the marathon. Please refer to the London Marathon website for timings closer to the event day.

      All runners must attend the London Marathon Expo in order to collect their running number and timing chip. Failure to collect your race number will result in you unfortunately being unable to take part.

      What's in my pack?

      • Event running number
      • Timing chip for your trainers
      • Bag for the baggage drop with stickers for your bag.

      What happens during race registration?

      You’ll be required to show a form of photo identification in order to receive your event pack. If you’re unable to attend registration and wish to send a friend or relative to collect your event pack on your behalf, they must bring a form of photo identification for themselves and you as well as a signed letter of authorisation from you confirming that they can collect your event pack.

      Where do I start the race?

      The race organisers will confirm the meeting point in Greenwich nearer the time.

      What will I receive as part of Team RBL?

      As part of the team you’ll receive:

      • Regular emails with fundraising support and advice to help you smash your target
      • Training guides
      • On-the-day support from our dedicated Events Team
      • A Team Legion running vest with personalised iron on letters
      • 1-2-1 support from our fundraising team

      When will I receive my Royal British Legion running vest?

      These will be sent to you a month before the event.

      What if I need to update my personal details?

      Please email [email protected] with your name, date of birth, telephone number, old address and new address. Your address details will then be changed in their system and a confirmation will be emailed to you when this has been done. Please do not call the helpdesk with changes of address as these can only be processed by email.

      What should I do about travel and accommodation?

      It goes without saying that it’s worth booking your accommodation sooner rather than later. Think about whether you want an easy journey to the starting zone (Greenwich Park) or if you want a shorter journey at the end (staying near the finish line in Central London).

      What if I become injured or need to cancel my charity place?

      Please contact our Events team at [email protected] or on 0345 845 1945.

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