About the event

When: 9am, 26 April 2026 Where: Blackheath Cost: Minimum fundraising pledge

Join Team Havens and run the iconic TCS London Marathon for Havens Hospices!

This is your chance to take on one of the world’s most iconic races – and make a life-changing difference to local families who need our care and support.

Our charity places are in high demand, but applications are now open. We’d love to hear why you want to run for us – so tell us what inspires you.

To secure your place, we ask for a fundraising pledge of £2,300

Already have your own place through the ballot?

We’d love to welcome you to Team Havens! There’s no fundraising target – whatever you’re able to raise will help us support local families when they need us most. And you’ll still get the full Team Havens experience and benefit package.

Be Part of Something Special – Join #TeamHavens

When you run for us, you’re not just running 26.2 miles – you’re joining Team Havens, a supportive community of passionate runners with an incredible benefit package:

• A private Facebook group with access to sports therapists and experienced runners for advice
• Complimentary Havens Hospices running vest
• Monthly training runs and sports therapy sessions to help you prepare
• Coach travel on the day to get you to the start line
• A celebratory BBQ after the event to mark your amazing achievement

Whether you’re running in memory of someone, for the challenge, or simply to give back – we’ll be with you every step of the way.

Apply today and make your marathon mean even more

If you have your own place, get in touch to join Team Havens here.