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A WWF runner in the London Marathon

About the challenge

Date: Sunday 27 April 2025
Location: London
Event distance: 26.2 miles

Registration fee: Own place: £0 / WWF Charity place: £100
Fundraising target: Own place: £0 / WWF Charity Place: £2250

Join us with your own place

Lucky enough to secure a place in the public ballot? We’d love you to join our team! There’s no minimum fundraising pledge and you’ll receive a free WWF running top, along with dedicated training and fundraising support.  

Apply for a WWF place

Our charity place applications for 2025 are now closed. Please keep an eye out for 2026 applications in spring next year. 

The London Marathon is the marathon that everyone wants to do at least once in their lifetime... So why not join WWF's team and make this amazing event even more special! The largely flat course is set around the river Thames, starting in Blackheath and finishing on The Mall outside Buckingham Palace.

How we support you

We're with you every step of the way towards event day with advice and information so you can just focus on your training and fundraising. We'll also provide:

  • Our fundraising pack to help you achieve your target
  • Runners pack including Race To Save Our World top of your choice
  • Exclusive access to our private Facebook group
  • Running workshop & training day 
  • Online training hub to help you prepare safely for your challenge
  • WWF cheer squads to keep you motivated during the event
  • Post event meet-up and selfie moments