London Marathon 2027

Applications to join #TeamBDA in the London Marathon 2027 are now open!

Time

Sunday 25th April 2027
8:00am - 5:00pm

Location

The London Marathon is one of the most iconic events in the world and this could be your chance to be part of it. Experience the electric atmosphere of race day, run past London’s most famous landmarks and be cheered on by thousands of supporters -including the BDA’s very own cheering squad!

By joining #TeamBDA, you’ll be running to support people with dyslexia across the UK, helping us provide vital services, raise awareness and work towards a more dyslexia-friendly society.

Applications for the 2027 London Marathon are now open and we’d love you to be part of it.

If you would prefer to submit your application via video or audio, you’re very welcome to do so. Please email your application to fundraising@bdadyslexia.org.uk and ensure you answer all of the questions.

First Name*

Last Name*

Email*

Please re-type your email to confirm*

First Line of Address*

Town*

County*

Postcode*

Phone Number*

What is your vest size?

Why do you want to run the London Marathon for the BDA?*

The more detail the better!

Have the BDA provided any support to you or your family/friends/colleagues?*

If yes, please explain how in more detail!

Can we use your story in our marketing?*

Yes

No

The minimum fundraising target is £2,500. Please give an estimate of how much you hope to raise and outline how you plan to achieve this.*

Please give as much detail as possible, as this will help us in the selection process.

If applicable, share any fundraising experience you have.

Does your workplace provide any matched funding?*

Yes

No

Unsure

What is your profession/ workplace?

This helps us match any corporate donations

If you know specific details of the match funding scheme, let us know here

Let us know how we can help you to access your match funding scheme.

Are you applying as part of a team?*

Yes

No

If yes, tell us your team mates names and the name of the company/ group your team is from.

Each runner must submit their own application.

I want to apply to the London Marathon 2027 and understand there is a minimum fundraising target of £2,500. *

I confirm I would like to receive information about the work of the British Dyslexia Association, their campaigns, training and events, as well as ways I could get involved and provide support

Once you submit, you will shortly receive a confirmation email. Please check your junk/spam folders.

Have you applied through the ballot?

We recommend anyone applying to the BDA for a charity place also enters the ballot. The ballot opens shortly after the 2026 London Marathon. If you are lucky enough to get a place through the ballot, you can still get all the benefits of being a member of #TeamBDA and our cheering squad will still be on hand to give you a big cheer as you approach the finish line, but it allows us to make our team even bigger!

Please email fundraising@bdadyslexia.org.uk if you have a ballot place and want to run for the BDA.

London Marathon FAQ

What are the benefits of joining #TeamBDA?

Our fundraising team our on-hand to support you throughout the lead up to the Marathon day. We will send you out a running top and be there on the day to cheer you on at our cheerpoint. You will have regular training, event and fundraising updates and we can answer any queries you may have. We have a closed facebook group for you to chat to current and past London Marathon runners.

How much do I need to raise?

If we offer you a BDA charity place we ask for a £100 registration fee and that you pledge to raise a minimum of £2,500. If you have your own ballot place there is no fundraising target, but we would be grateful for anything you are able to raise.

How do I apply for a ballot or charity place?

The public ballot for places opens shortly after the 2026 London Marathon. Runners who are successful in securing a ballot place will be notified by the event organisers in July. To apply for a charity place and to join #TEAMBDA complete and submit the form above.

Is there a minimum age?

You must be 18 years of age or above on the day of the race.

Photos

The BDA can use any photographs taken of you at the London Marathon event in any literature, publicity, information material or publication promoting the work of the BDA. If this is an issue, do get in touch to discuss.

Still have a question? Contact our fundraising team: fundraising@bdadyslexia.org.uk

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