OUR LONDON MARATHON 2026 PLACES ARE NOW FULL!

WE WILL HAVE PLACES AVAILABLE FOR THE 2027 LONDON MARATHON WITH APPLICATIONS OPEN AT THE END OF THE 2026 LONDON MARATHON. 

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​We are thrilled to announce an exclusive opportunity to participate in the renowned 2026 London Marathon, held on the 27the April, while supporting Youth Experience in Sport (YES). 
 

Why Run with YES?

• Guaranteed Entry: Secure your place in the oversubscribed 2026 London Marathon.

• Support Our Mission: Your participation will directly contribute to our efforts in providing young people with opportunities to engage in sports, enhancing their physical and mental well-being.

• Training and Fundraising Support: We offer comprehensive guidance to help you succeed in both your marathon training and fundraising efforts.

• Community Impact: By joining our team, you will help us reach underserved young Londoners, fostering their development and leadership through sports initiatives.
   

Commitment Required:

We are looking for passionate individuals who are dedicated to making a difference. To ensure success, we ask that participants commit to raising a minimum of £2,500 for YES.
 

Application Process:

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your answer the following questions:
 

1. What inspires you to run the London Marathon for YES?

2. How does YES’s mission resonate with your personal or company values?

3. Have you participated in fundraising events before? If so, please share your experiences.

4. What creative strategies do you plan to implement to reach the £2,500 target?

5. How will you balance your training schedule with your fundraising activities?

6. Are you willing to share updates about your marathon journey on social media to encourage donations?

7. How can we be confident that you will actively support our cause throughout this journey?
    

Selected runners will be required to:

• Pay a non-refundable registration fee of £150

• Raise 25% of the fundraising target (£625) by January 16, 2026

• Achieve the full fundraising goal by the deadline (typically 6 weeks post-race)
   

This is a unique chance to challenge yourself while making a significant impact on the lives of young people through sport. We look forward to reviewing your application and potentially welcoming you to our team of dedicated runners.
 

Please submit your responses to Rebecca by 30 May 2025. 

For any inquiries, feel free to contact Rebecca at rscown@yescharity.org.uk
 

Together, we can inspire the next generation through sport!