FoodCycle is inviting runners to apply to join our team for the 2027 TCS London Marathon. By running and fundraising for FoodCycle, you’ll help turn surplus food into three course community meals to tackle loneliness and hunger, food poverty and food waste. Register your interest.
Why run the London Marathon 2027 for FoodCycle?
The London Marathon is more than just a race; it’s an iconic event that passes some of the World’s most famous landmarks including Tower Bridge, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace.
With over 750,000 spectators cheering you on throughout the 26.2 mile course, it’s a race you will never forget.
We have two charity places available for runners who want to turn their miles into community meals.
FoodCycle’s impact in 2025:
- 349 tonnes of food saved from going to waste.
- 88% of guests reported meeting people from different backgrounds at our meals.
- 73% of guests felt less lonely after attending a FoodCycle community meal.
By securing a 2027 charity place with FoodCycle, your London Marathon run and fundraising will help ensure thousands of people a week can enjoy good food and conversation.
Together we can nourish communities, step by step, plate by plate.
Ready to start? Register your interest in a FoodCycle 2027 London Marathon charity place.
What you get as a FoodCycle runner
We know that training for the London Marathon is a huge commitment, by running for FoodCycle we’ll provide you with:
- Support from our fundraising team – we’ll be there every step of the way, from when you confirm your place, to when you cross the finish line.
- A FoodCycle running vest that you can wear with pride.
Key dates for your 2027 Marathon journey
April 2026: Register your interest for a FoodCycle charity place
April 2026: Public Ballot for 2027 opens (exact date tbc)
Friday 31st July: FoodCycle charity place applications close
Friday 7th April: Successful charity place applicants contacted
Sunday 25th April 2027: Race Day!
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I run the London Marathon for FoodCycle in 2027?
You can apply for a FoodCycle charity place by completing our 2027 Interest Form. Runners will be selected based on their passion for supporting FoodCycle, commitment to fundraising and raising awareness of our community meals.
Runners who are successful in the public ballot are still welcome to support FoodCycle and you will receive the same support as our charity place runners.
How much does a charity place cost?
If you are successful in getting a FoodCycle charity place, you’ll need to pay a £100 registration fee to secure your spot and commit to raising a minimum of £2,500.
What is the fundraising target for FoodCycle charity place marathon runners?
For those who are successful in getting a FoodCycle charity place, we ask that you commit to raising a minimum of £2,500 to help us to continue to nourish communities.
Can I run for FoodCycle if I get my own place in the ballot?
Yes! If you are lucky enough to secure a ballot place, you can still join FoodCycle’s London Marathon team. There is no minimum fundraising target for ballot runners, and you’ll receive the same support as our charity place runners.
