Participants With Disabilities
The TCS London Marathon is committed to supporting people with a range of disabilities. Find out more information on entering the disability and wheelchair place ballot as well as the support available on marathon day.
Enter the Disability place ballot:
A limited number of disability places are available through a random ballot organised by the London Marathon. These places are for any participant with a permanent disability or long-term health condition.
Important information:
- Deadline to enter: Thursday 31st July 23:59
- To enter the ballot, participants must be 18 years or older by Event Day (26 April 2026)
- Proof of disability is required and many different forms of proof are accepted. If you have difficulty obtaining proof, please contact accessibility@londonmarathonevents.co.uk
- If successful in the ballot, you can apply for a free place for a support runner. You will need to email the London Marathon team outlining your request and the reasons for it at least 3 months prior to Marathon day.
Enter the Assisted Wheelchair place ballot:
A limited number of assisted wheelchair places are available through a random ballot organised by the London Marathon. These places are exclusively for wheelchair participants with a permanent disability who are unable to get themselves around the course without assistance.
Important information:
- To enter the ballot, participants must be 18 years or older by Event Day (26 April 2026)
- Deadline to enter: Thursday 31st July 23:59
- Each participant may have up to four support runners, all of whom must be 18 years or older on Event Day. However, only two support runners can assist at any time.
Support on Marathon Day:
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If you have a bladder or bowel condition, a Just Can’t Wait Toilet Card explains you have a medical condition and need urgent access to a toilet. If you have the card handy, you can show it to whoever is at the front of the queue. The card is issued by the Bladder and Bowel Community and can be downloaded for free. From that page, you can also purchase a plastic card. There are also bladder pads at the event Information Points and Drinks Stations.
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You can collect a bib to go on your back at the Disability Information Point at the 2026 TCS London Marathon Running Show from Wednesday 22 to Saturday 25 April at the ExCeL London. You can also collect a high vis vest if you’re a guide or support runner.
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Before Tower Bridge at Mile 13, there is a disability welfare hub where you can rest or get assistance.
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There is a Sensory Calm Space in the finish area, for anyone who wants to take a moment away from the crowds, as well as a Multi-Faith Prayer Space.
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There are RevoLOOtion Mobiloos at the start and finish. These have a hoist and adjustable changing table. These toilets and changing facilities are manned and are available for disabled participants. Accessible toilets can also be found at Miles 1 and 2 and then every even mile – i.e. Miles 4, 6, 8 and so on – until Mile 24. There are also bladder pads, tampons and sanitary towels available at the Information Points and Drinks Stations.
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If you are visually impaired or your disability or medical condition means you need a Support Runner, you can apply for a free place for them. Please contact the London Marathon accessibility team on accessibility@londonmarathonevents.co.uk outlining your requests and your reasons for needing a support runner.
If you would like a Support Runner, The Richard Whitehead Supported Runners Project can pair you with someone for Event Day. You can register your interest on their site. England Athletics also has great information about finding a support runner on their site.
Training Guidance:
TCS London Marathon has provided training guides for participants taking part using a wheelchair as well as useful training advice.
FAQs:
In the lead-up to the London Marathon you will be emailed your participant guide. In the meantime, guidance can be found on the TCS London Marathon website.