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Date

12 April 2026

Distance

26.2 Miles

Registration fee

£30.00

First fundraising target

£350.00

First fundraising target due date

05/01/2026

Overall fundraising target

£500.00

Overall fundraising target due date

12/05/2026

Join #TeamSpinal on the Brighton Marathon, one of the UK’s most iconic and scenic races, where the vibrant coastal atmosphere meets a community of passionate runners. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be part of this unforgettable experience – join us and make a difference!

How to apply for a charity place:

We’d love you to apply to join #TeamSpinal on the Brighton Marathon. Click on the button below to submit your application. Our panel will then look through this and will let you know if you have been successful.

Wheelchair entries: Please email us details of your injury and level of fitness as there may be a different process for these entries.

Got a ballot place?

If you are lucky enough to secure a ballot place we’d love you to join #TeamSpinal. You will receive all the perks of being part of the team and all we ask is that you raise as much as you can. All sponsorship will help us develop treatments to restore feeling and mobility for people paralysed as a result of a spinal cord injury. Email the Events Team today or click below to get started.

Apply Now! Own Ballot Place

What you can expect from us:

Everyone in our team will receive a full support package including:

1-to-1 personalised fundraising support
Access to an exclusive training Hub (provided by GH Training)
Team e-newsletters
A Spinal Research running t-shirt

Not to mention heaps of encouragement, help and advice!

We are pleased to be supported by GH Training, a service designed to help you train for the marathon. Run by personal trainer Graeme Hilditch (author of our training guides and previous Spinal Research runner!)

Apply Now!

FAQs:

Is there a minimum age for taking part in the Brighton Marathon?

Yes, all participants in the Brighton Marathon must be aged 18 or older on Marathon Day – you will be asked to confirm your age when you enter the event.

What is the registration fee and how much do I have to fundraise?

The registration fee for the Brighton Marathon is £30.00 and we ask all our charity place fundraisers to raise a minimum of £500.00

Please note there is a first fundraising target of £350.00 which is due on the 5th January 2026. The remainder of your fundraising target (£350.00) is due 4 weeks after the event (12th May 2026).

Will I get a fundraising top to wear on the day?

Absolutely, we love to send our team a technical t-shirt to wear during the run. We will even get you an iron on name so you can personalise it.

These are usually sent out after your first fundraising target.

How will I get my race pack?

Your Event Pack, containing your bib number, kitbag and your baggage label, should arrive in the post by Tuesday 2 April. If you haven’t received your pack by that date, please email the organisers your full name, postal address and date of birth.

If you do not receive a replacement pack before Event Day, you will need to collect it on Saturday 6 April – full details here.

Can I take part if I have a disability?

Absolutely, you can certainly take part with one of our charity places! To find out more information on accessibility, please click here. Alternatively, drop us a message and we can support on this.

I have a ballot place with Brighton Marathon and would like to fundraise for Spinal Research. Can I do this and will I have a fundraising target?

Congratulations on securing a place in the ballot – we would love to have you join #TeamSpinal! Please select ‘Own Ballot place’ above.

Please only fill out this form if you have a ballot place with Brighton Marathon Events.

As an own place runner, you won’t have a fundraising target. We just ask that you raise as much as possible so you can to help us fund essential research.

Apply Now! Own Ballot Place

Have another question?

If you have any other questions or need support. Please contact us through the button below.

Email us

Upcoming Events:

Date

26th April 2026

Distance

26.2 Miles

Reg Fee

£100.00

First Fundraising Target

£1,800.00

First Fundraising Target Due Date

26/01/2026

Overall Fundraising Target

£2,500.00

Overall fundraising Target Due Date

26/05/2026

Join #TeamSpinal and conquer the renowned TCS London Marathon, one of the most iconic races globally. Embark on this incredible journey alongside 40,000 fellow runners, exploring the vibrant city of London at its finest on an exclusive closed-road route. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be part of this unforgettable experience – join us and make a difference!

How to apply for a charity place:

We’d love you to apply to join #TeamSpinal on the London Marathon. Click on the button below to apply for one of our charity places. Our panel will then look through this and will let you know if you have been successful. We receive hundreds on applications and have a limited number of places so please bare with us whilst we go through the applications.

Wheelchair entries:

If you are a self-propelling wheelchair user, you are able to use one of our charity places. If you require a support runner to assist with pushing, you will need to register directly through the London Marathon, as they have a separate entry process for assisted participants.

We are on hand to support so please email us and we can help you sign up the correct way.

Got a ballot place?

Apply now! Own Ballot Place

What can you expect from us:

Everyone in our team will receive a full support package including:

1-to-1 personalised fundraising support
Access to an exclusive training Hub (provided by GH Training)
Team e-newsletters
A Spinal Research running t-shirt
Event day support and the loudest cheer on route!
A chance to meet other runners in a Whatsapp group
A meet-up with Spinal staff and other #TeamSpinal runners!

Not to mention heaps of encouragement, help and advice!

Apply now!

FAQs:

Is there a minimum age for taking part in the TCS London Marathon?

Yes, all participants in the TCS London Marathon must be aged 18 or older on Marathon Day – you will be asked to confirm your age when you enter the event.

What is the registration fee and how much do I have to fundraise?

The registration fee for the TCS London Marathon is £100.00 and we ask all our charity place fundraisers to raise a minimum of £2,500.00

Please note there is a first fundraising target of £1,800.00 which is due on the 26th January 2026. The remainder of your fundraising target (£700.00) is due 4 weeks after the event.

Will I get a fundraising top to wear on the day?

Absolutely, we love to send our team a technical t-shirt to wear during the run. We will even get you an iron on name so you can personalise it.

These are usually sent out after your first fundraising target or collected at the meet up.

How will I get my race pack?

You will need to collect your race pack from the Running Show, which usually runs from the Wednesday to Saturday before the event. Make sure you allow time to collect the pack during your race day planning.

Can I take part if I have a disability?

Absolutely, you can certainly take part with one of our charity places! To find out more information on accessibility, please click here.

If you are an elite wheelchair athlete, you can apply for a place directly with London Marathon. Click here for more information.

We are on hand to support so please email us and we can help you sign up the correct way.

Will Spinal Research be there on the day?

Absolutely! We will have a cheerzone on the day!

We will also be hosting a meet up either the day before the event or after the marathon. We are in the process of planning this so will update everyone once we have more information.

I have a ballot place with London Marathon and would like to fundraise for Spinal Research. Can I do this and will I have a fundraising target?

Congratulations on securing a place in the ballot – we would love to have you join #TeamSpinal! Please select ‘Own Ballot place’ above.

Please only fill out this form if you have a ballot place with London Marathon Events.

As an own place runner, you won’t have a fundraising target. We just ask that you raise as much as possible so you can to help us fund essential research.

Apply now! Own Ballot Place

Have another question?

If you have any other questions or need support. Please contact us through the button below.

Email us

Upcoming Events:

Brighton Marathon 2026

12 April 2026

Cape Town Marathon 2026

24 May 2026

Find your event!

Various dates & Locations

Click here!

Date

Various Dates

Location

Various Locations

Reg Fee

£30.00

Fundraising Target

As much as possible!

Join #TeamSpinal on the world’s largest and best fun run. The ‘Inflatable 5K’ has got even bigger and bouncier. Their Unique Inflatable Obstacle Course Race (OCR) has less running and even more obstacles in 2024. New obstacles, new pumping Music Zones and new locations. It is going to be epic!

Available to book at 19 locations across the UK with various dates to choose from, all year round.

How to apply:

We’d love you to apply to join #TeamSpinal. We work with RunforCharity to provide places on this event. Please click the link below to sign up. By signing up, you will be asked to pay your £30.00 registration fee. Places are limited so sign up quickly to avoid disappointment.

Got your own place?

If you are lucky enough to secure a your place we’d love you to join #TeamSpinal. You will receive all the perks of being part of the team and all we ask is that you raise as much as you can. All sponsorship will help us develop treatments to restore feeling and mobility for people paralysed as a result of a spinal cord injury. Email the Events Team today or click below to get started.

Apply Now! Own Place

What can you expect from us:

Everyone in our team will receive a full support package including:

1-to-1 personalised fundraising support
Access to an exclusive training hub (provided by GH Training)
Team e-newsletters
A Spinal Research technical running t-shirt

Not to mention heaps of encouragement, help and advice!

Apply Now!

FAQs:

Is there a minimum age for taking part in the Inflatable 5k?

Yes, all participants taking a charity place on the Inflatable 5k must be aged 18 or older on race day.

Children can enter with non-charity places through their website.

What is the registration fee and how much do I have to fundraise?

The registration fee is £30.00 and we ask all our charity place fundraisers to raise as much as possible.

Will I get a fundraising top to wear on the day?

Absolutely, we love to send our team a technical t-shirt to wear during the run. We will even get you an iron on name so you can personalise it.

Can I withdraw?

Please note that as we work with our partner RunforCharity for these places, we cannot guarantee that withdrawals will be able to postpone their place. Please contact us to get started.

Can I take part if I have a disability?

Unfortunately due to the nature of the course, this event is not suitable for wheelchair runners.

Please click here for wheelchair-accessible events.

I have my own place and would like to fundraise for Spinal Research. Can I do this and will I have a fundraising target?

Congratulations on securing your own place – we would love to have you join #TeamSpinal! Please select ‘Own place’ above.

Please only fill out this form if you have your own place.

As an own place runner, you won’t have a fundraising target. We just ask that you raise as much as possible so you can to help us fund essential research.

Apply Now! Own Place

Have another question?

If you have any other questions or need support. Please contact us through the button below.

Email us

Upcoming Events:

Find your local event

Various Dates

Skydives

Various Dates

World Major Marathons

Get your 6 stars!

Locations:

Boston Marathon

Tokyo Marathon

NYC Marathon

London Marathon

Chicago Marathon

Berlin Marathon

Join #TeamSpinal to complete Abbott’s World Marathon Majors – a global celebration of endurance, determination, and the pursuit of excellence in long-distance running. These prestigious races form an elite collection of marathon events that take participants on a thrilling journey across iconic cities and breathtaking landscapes. From the historic streets of Boston to the vibrant atmosphere of the Tokyo Marathon, each race promises an unforgettable experience for runners and spectators alike.

Abbott’s 6 Major Marathons include the Boston Marathon, the London Marathon, the Berlin Marathon, the Chicago Marathon, the New York City Marathon, and the Tokyo Marathon. These events represent the pinnacle of the marathon world, attracting elite athletes, dedicated amateurs, and passionate running enthusiasts from around the globe. Each marathon has its unique charm and challenges, creating a diverse and exciting series for participants to conquer.

As you embark on this incredible journey, consider joining #TeamSpinal to make a difference beyond the finish line. By becoming a part of #TeamSpinal, you’ll have the opportunity to raise funds to help us fund essential research. Your commitment to this cause adds a meaningful dimension to your marathon experience, transforming each step into a stride towards positive change!

Scroll down to see how you can get started!

Ways to take part:

Use your own ballot place

Managed to get your own place on one of the marathons? Use your place for good and help us raise essential funds.

Use our charity places

We have charity places on the London Marathon and Berlin Marathon. If you are interested in joining one of those, click below.

Major Marathon Packages

We have partnered up with ST International to provide our runners with accommodation packages for all 6 major marathons.

"The races are inspiring, challenging and all for a great cause. As a neurological physio myself, I know the impact Spinal Research has on improving the future for people with spinal cord injuries. I've been supporting them for 5 years and will for many more" - James, attempting the 6 World Marathon Majors

Upcoming Events:

Find your local event

Various dates

Berlin Marathon 2024

29th September 2024

Alpine Experience 2025

28th May 2025

Use your ballot place for good

You might have purchased your own place in an event, or obtained a place through a public ballot, running club, or a deferred entry. If so, we’d love for you to join #TeamSpinal!

As an own place participant, you’ll get the same support from our dedicated events team as those with a charity place. And you can set your own fundraising target!

Join #TeamSpinal

What can you expect from us:

Everyone in our team will receive a full support package including:

1-to-1 personalised fundraising support
Access to an exclusive training Hub (provided by GH Training)
Team e-newsletters
A Spinal Research technical running t-shirt

Not to mention heaps of encouragement, help and advice!

Next Steps:

Joining #TeamSpinal is easy! All you need to do is fill in the form below to sign up and set up a JustGiving page. From there we will be on hand to help you smash your fundraising and make sure you are ready for your event.

Join #TeamSpinal Set up a Fundraising Page!

Other ways to get involved

Fundraise your way

There are lots of way you can get involved to help make research happen.

Fundraising ideas

Whether you want to fundraise alone, or with others we have ideas for you.

Challenge yourself

Set yourself a challenge or join one of our amazing events.

Get ready to run your local event and do some good! Lace up those trainers, hit the streets, and join us in raising funds for Spinal Research. It’s not just about the miles; it’s about making each step count. Run, have a blast, whilst making a difference.