I’ve run the London Marathon twice and this is the warm-weather gear I’d pack in 2026 This year’s marathon might get a bit warm T3 · Apr 23
London Marathon would consider future date change due to climate change London Marathon Events CEO Hugh Brasher admits challenges with the weather could force an earlier spot in the calendar to improve the experience for runners, while also encouraging faster racing The Independent UK · Apr 23
Daddy Pig and coach Joe Wicks on their marks to collect London Marathon bibs Wicks is the official coach and trainer for the children’s TV character and will run alongside him for the National Deaf Children’s Society. Evening Standard · Apr 22
London Marathon organisers believe two-day event could bring £400m economic boost Hugh Brasher, the event director, has claimed £130m could be raised for good causes, but has sounded a note of caution, saying: ‘You can lose the love, and we have to be mindful of that’ The Guardian - UK · Apr 22
If you’re going to wear headphones for the London Marathon, it should be these ones I tested a pair of Shokz headphones four years ago and wasn’t a fan – could the latest edition change my mind? The Independent UK · Apr 22
Am I a deluded attention-seeker? Why I’m running the London Marathon dressed as a badger Isn’t running 26.2 miles difficult enough? Not for some. Whether it’s dressing up as a helicopter, a lobster or a pair of testicles, wearing a novelty outfit spurs many competitors on The Guardian - UK · Apr 22
London Marathon 2026: All the celebrities running in this year's event Dozens of celebrities are hoping to cross the finish line this year Evening Standard · Apr 21
London Marathon 2026: All the freebies and perks runners can claim Here’s a list of all the freebies you can claim as a TCS London Marathon runner this weekend Evening Standard · Apr 21
London Marathon 2027: How the ballot works for next year's two-day race Everything you need to know about how runners will get to take part in next year’s weekend-long event Evening Standard · Apr 21
I'm a two-time London Marathoner and here’s what I’d recommend to first-timers in 2026 From pacing to crowds to kit, here’s what actually makes a difference on your first London Marathon T3 · Apr 21
EXCLUSIVE: Charlie Quirke on running the London Marathon for his mum Pauline Quirke Pauline Quirke’s son Charlie Quirke talks exclusively about his mum’s dementia diagnosis and why he’s taking on an emotional marathon challenge for Alzheimer’s Research UK… WhatToWatch · Apr 21
London Marathon weather: Runners hail 'perfect' forecast for Sunday's 26.2-mile race Runners can expect dry and relatively cool condition this weekend as they take part in the famous race Evening Standard · Apr 21
‘London Marathon place for sale’: fraudsters chase after runners’ cash As excitement mounts for the 2026 event on 26 April fraudsters are cashing in by trying to persuade disappointed hopefuls they can run after all The Guardian - UK · Apr 19
Britain’s Emile Cairess pulls out of London Marathon with injury The 28-year-old had been set to challenge Mo Farah’s British record The Independent UK · Apr 15
Tom’s Guide · Apr 13 15 marathons later: the exact running gear and nutrition I swear by Running a marathon is never easy, but using the right gear certainly helps, and I’ll be turning to my tried-and-tested favorites for this marathon season.
The Independent UK · Apr 10 Daddy Pig hits the road with Joe Wicks as he trains for the London Marathon IN FULL
Evening Standard · Apr 10 Joe Wicks says he’d love Peppa Pig cameo after becoming Daddy Pig’s London Marathon coach EXCLUSIVE: The Body Coach reveals the special technique he and muddy puddle record-holder Daddy Pig will use on marathon day, as well as his plan to get the whole Pig family moving
Evening Standard · Apr 9 Joe Wicks to run London marathon alongside Daddy Pig for deaf charity The 40-year-old is the official coach and trainer for the beloved children’s character and will run alongside him for the London Marathon.
The Independent UK · Apr 8 The rise of heat training for marathons: Can hot baths help you at London? Amateur runners are using heat training, including the use of a regular hot bath, to improve their performances at major marathons this spring
The Independent UK · Apr 1 Alex Yee given key role in British record bid on London Marathon return Emile Cairess is bidding to break Mo Farah’s British record at the London Marathon
Woman & Home · Mar 26 Sophie Raworth came close to writing herself off as 'too old' for running in her 40s - here's what changed her mind A friend running the London Marathon persuaded her to try again - and she hasn’t looked back since
Evening Standard · Mar 25 Plans for a two-day London Marathon in 2027 with 100,000 runners revealed The ‘double marathon’ event would allow 100,000 runners to take place across two days in April
The Independent UK · Mar 25 London Marathon could be a two-day event in 2027 to allow more participants Over one million people applied to run in the 2026 event, with 56,640 finishing last year’s edition.
The Independent UK · Mar 25 London Marathon ‘exploring’ plans for two-day event with more than 100,000 runners Event organisers are considering staging the London Marathon across both Saturday and Sunday next year to allow more runners
The Guardian - UK · Mar 25 Revealed: secret plans for two-day London Marathon with 100,000 runners The London Marathon is in advanced talks about staging a two-day event in 2027, allowing tens of thousands more runners to take part