London Marathon: A record 1.33 million people applied for the 2027 event

A record number of people have applied to take part in the 2027 London Marathon via public ballot.

A total of 1,338,544 applied for the April 25 event, breaking last year’s record of 1,133,813.

The 2026 marathon had and remains a record 59,830 finishers The world’s largest annual one-day fundraising event.

“This staggering total number of entrants firmly establishes London as the most sought-after marathon in the world,” said Hugh Brasher, chief executive of London Marathon events.

“Nothing else comes close. Our aim is to inspire people of all ages to get active – and these fantastic numbers show the huge draw and power of the London Marathon.”

Ballot results will be announced in early July, with places allocated through a random draw.