Participants with Disabilities guide
Participants with disabilities
What we do
Our dedicated team supports people with a range of disabilities
Handbikes, trikes, skates, inline skates such as Rollerblade, skateboards, scooters or any geared or motorised device may not be used. Race chairs cannot be used, unless you are competing in one of the Elite Wheelchair Races.
You can use:
- Standard day chairs with a max width of 95cm and length of 2.20m – you can use a front wheel attachment.
- Race Runners – but tell us first if you wish to use one of these.
- Crutches, frames or walkers that are not motorised or geared.
On Event Day, you will have access to the following support
Just Can't Wait Toilet Card
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.
Mobiloos
We use RevoLOOtion Mobiloos at our events. The toilet and changing facility is manned and available for disabled participants.
If your period falls on Event Day, you can find tampons and pads at the info points and drink stations.
Sensory Calm Space
We have a Sensory Calm Space, for anyone who wants to take a moment away from the crowds, and a Multi-Faith Prayer Space.
Here's what else is on offer
Interested in a Support Runner?
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 email us outlining your request and the reasons for it.
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.
In exceptional circumstances, we can find someone for you, but please email us your request as soon as possible and at least three months before Marathon Day.
Get in touch if you have any questions or require assistance with our entry system