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Good For Age applications are open

The men's competitions will take place on Saturday 24 April, with the women following on Sunday 25 April.

You have until 16:00 (GMT) on Thursday 29 October to submit your application.

After applications close, all entries will be reviewed, and successful applicants will be invited to complete their registration. 

  • Only UK residents are eligible to apply.
  • The qualifying period is 1 October 2025 to 30 September 2026.
  • The 2027 Good For Age places are capped at 6,000 (3,000 men and 3,000 women). 
  • Meeting the qualifying time will not guarantee a place but simply the opportunity to submit an application. Places are allocated on a 'fastest first' basis relative to age and qualifying time. 

Qualifying times must have been run at an in-person event that has a certified marathon course, or at the TCS London Marathon MyWay. In-person race courses must have been certified by UKA, the Association for International Marathons and Distance Races, or a national governing body for distance running for the country in which the race is held.

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Qualifying Times
Age Women Men
18-39 sub 3:38 sub 2:52
40-44 sub 3:43 sub 2:57
45-49 sub 3:46 sub 3:02
50-54 sub 3:53 sub 3:07
55-59 sub 3:58 sub 3:12
60-64 sub 4:23 sub 3:34
65-69 sub 4:53 sub 3:52
70-74 sub 5:53 sub 4:52
75-79 sub 6:13 sub 5:07
80-84 sub 6:38 sub 5:27
85-89 sub 7:10 sub 6:10
90+ sub 7:45 sub 7:20

Using a qualifying time from the TCS London Marathon MyWay

You can also apply for a Good For Age place if you ran the TCS London Marathon MyWay within the relevant qualifying time and qualifying period detailed above.

However, if your only qualification time is from the TCS London Marathon MyWay, you’ll also need to submit evidence of an ‘in-person’ half marathon time that meets the qualifying time displayed below.

You must have run this half marathon between 1 October 2025 to 30 September 2026 at an event with a certified course.

Age Men Women
18-39 sub 1:23:37 sub 1:44:23
40-44 sub 1:26:00 sub 1:46:47
45-49 sub 1:28:09 sub 1:48:13
50-54 sub 1:30:32 sub 1:51:34
55-59 sub 1:32:56 sub 1:53:42
60-64 sub 1:44:23 sub 2:05:25
65-69 sub 1:51:34 sub 2:19:16
70-74 sub 2:19:16 sub 2:47:13
75-79 sub 2:26:27 sub 2:56:33
80+ sub 2:33:22 sub 3:05:52

FAQs

If I achieve a Good For Age time, am I guaranteed a place?

No. Meeting the qualifying standard gives you the opportunity to apply for a GFA place, but it does not guarantee entry. If the number of eligible applications exceeds the available places, entries are allocated on a fastest-first basis within each age category. 

Can I enter if I don't live in the UK?

No, the Good For Age entry process is only open to UK residents.

What do i need to provide as proof?
  • Proof of performance – a link to the results webpage that clearly displays the name, date and qualifying time of the event. 
  • Proof of age – this can be a copy of either your passport or driving licence. 
  • Proof of UK residence – this must be an official document proving your residence in the UK, such as a recent utility bill (within the last three months) or copy of your driving licence. 
Which marathons are eligible?

Qualifying times must be run at an event that has a certified marathon course. Race courses must be certified by UKA, the Association for International Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS), or a national governing body for distance running for the country in which the race is held. 

How can I check the status of my application?

Applications undergo a verification process before eligibility is confirmed. If additional information is required, you'll be contacted directly. 

If i am now unable to run - what do I do?

Good For Age places are awarded based on qualifying times achieved within the designated qualifying period and cannot be deferred. The only exception is if you are pregnant or postpartum – please see our unable to take part for more info. 

Are times based on the age I was when I ran my time or the age I will be on Marathon Day?

The age you were when you ran your time.

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