Each year more than a million people enter the ballot for the London Marathon and most don’t get through. If that’s you, there’s still a way onto the start line!
We have charity places available for the TCS London Marathon, and every mile raised helps us support people across Berkshire and South Oxfordshire rebuilding their lives after brain injury.
Apply for my place
Why run for Headway Thames Valley
A brain injury can happen in seconds. A fall, a road accident, a stroke, and change everything that follows. For the person affected, and for the people around them, the road back is often longer and harder than anyone expects.
We support people through that journey by rebuilding skills, confidence and independence, and helping families understand what’s changed and how best to help. None of it happens without funding, and marathon fundraising is one of the biggest single contributions our supporters make each year.
Want to know what that support looks like in practice?
See how a team of local runners got on fundraising for us at the Reading Half Marathon. One of them a Headway Thames Valley client herself, running in thanks for her own recovery.
Fundraisers like this can help us run the Living With Brain Injury Course and rebuild lives like Andy’s, Len’s and Lucy’s.
What you get as part of #TeamHeadway
Every runner on our team gets:
- A Headway running vest
- Training support, so you’re not doing this alone
- A dedicated point of contact from our fundraising team
Jamie and Katie proudly celebrate completing the London Marathon 2026
How to apply to run for us at London Marathon
- Fill in our application form
- We’ll be in touch to let you know if you’ve secured a place
- Start training, start fundraising and we’ll be with you every step of the way
Places go quickly
If running the London Marathon for a cause that means something to you has been on your list, this is your moment.
Apply today!
If you’re interested in fundraising, volunteering or getting involved in any way, we’d love to hear from you. Get in touch and be part of it!
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