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London Marathon Plans One-Off Two-Day 2027 Race, £130M Charity Boost

4/23/2026

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London Marathon organisers confirmed a one-off two-day race in 2027 to preserve the event’s beloved status among Londoners.
The two-day format will involve about 100,000 participants.
Sheffield Hallam University research projects the race will raise more than £130 million for charity and generate £400 million in social and economic benefits.
Organisers are consulting police, fire services, ambulances, borough councils, Transport for London, the mayor and private landowners to secure approvals.

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London Marathon organisers confirmed a one-off two-day race in 2027 to preserve the event’s beloved status among Londoners.
The two-day format will involve about 100,000 participants.
Sheffield Hallam University research projects the race will raise more than £130 million for charity and generate £400 million in social and economic benefits.
Organisers are consulting police, fire services, ambulances, borough councils, Transport for London, the mayor and private landowners to secure approvals.