TCS Mini London Marathon
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Overview
The Mini London Marathon returns for 2026 on April 25
The free-to-enter event takes place on Saturday 25 April. On Saturday, you will also see: the TCS Mini London Marathon Championships, the 2.6K event for athletes in secondary school years seven to 12; and the TCS Mini London Marathon, the event for schools to run, jog, walk or wheel in the heart of the capital. There is a one-mile route for children in Reception to Year 7 and a 2.6K route for those in Years 4 to 12 who can go a bit further.
Check out the Mini London Marathon yearbook!
As we celebrate our 40th anniversary, our amazing alumni share their memories of the event. Get ready for inspiring stories, heartfelt moments, and a journey down memory lane that you won't want to miss!
Event timeline
It might be called Mini, but it’s a big event!
- In 1986, the first event saw children from London’s 33 boroughs run a course that started on Tower Bridge.
- In 2000, teams from the English counties were invited based on their performance at the English Schools Cross Country Championships.
- In 2005, teams representing Wales, North Ireland, and Scotland were added.
- In 2009, regions replaced county teams.
- Now we have the Championships for the speediest young people. It is the biggest, free one-day children’s activity event in the country, and there is also an option to participate in the virtual event, Mini London Marathon in schools.
Winners
Wheelchair Winners
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