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Have you always dreamed of running the London Marathon? Here's your chance to take on one of the world's most iconic races while making a difference in your local community.
Coin Street has five charity places available for the Saturday event of the 2027 Double TCS London Marathon on 24 April 2027, and we're looking for enthusiastic runners to join #TeamCoinStreet.
Why run for Coin Street?
By taking part, you'll help raise vital funds to keep the Coin Street neighbourhood centre open, welcoming, and accessible for everyone.
In an increasingly disconnected world, everyone deserves a place where they feel they belong. Many of the families and residents we work with in Waterloo and North Southwark come from diverse ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. At a time when division, isolation and inequality continue to affect our community, the Coin Street neighbourhood centre has never been more important.
Every week, hundreds of people come through our doors to access services and activities that strengthen community connections, reduce isolation, and improve wellbeing.
Over the last year Coin Street has made it possible for:
- 1,516 people to take part in youth and community activities
- 812 families to be supported by our Family and Children’s Centre
- 8,951 attendances at community and youth sessions
- 4,843 attendances at our family support sessions
- 191 social activities to bring people together
- 384 people to take part in fitness activities to support a healthier lifestyle
- 107 people to develop their skills and confidence through our learning opportunities
From family support services, early years activities, parenting courses and classes for children with special educational needs, to mentoring and leadership programmes for young people, community singing, art classes for over 50s and community events, our neighbourhood centre is a place where people connect, learn, grow and thrive.
By running for Coin Street, you'll help keep these services and activities free and accessible and ensure local people have somewhere they can find support, build relationships, and feel they belong.
Run for belonging. Run for connection. Run for community.
What's involved?
If you're successful in securing one of our charity places, you'll need to:
- Commit to raising a minimum of £1,750 by April 2027
- Train for and take part in the Saturday event of the 2027 Double TCS London Marathon on the 24 April 2027
- Share your fundraising journey with friends, family, and colleagues
In return, you'll receive:
- A guaranteed place in the marathon
- A Coin Street running vest
- A Coin Street tote bag when you reach 50% of your fundraising target
- Surprise Coin Street merchandise once you’re 75% of your fundraising target
- A fundraising pack, plus advice, support, and encouragement from our team
- Regular fundraising tips and ideas to help you reach your goal
- A dedicated Coin Street cheer squad, plus water and snacks on race day
- Photos from the day to celebrate your achievement
- The knowledge that every mile you run is helping local people find connection, support, and a place where they belong.
Please note: The maximum completion time for the Saturday event is 7 hours 45 minutes. Participants must cross the finish line by 5.30pm.
Register your interest today
If you're ready to challenge yourself, achieve something extraordinary and support our Coin Street neighbourhood centre, we'd love to hear from you.
How to apply
To apply, complete our short form by Monday 31 August and tell us:
- Why you'd like to run for Coin Street
- How you plan to raise the minimum fundraising target of £1,750
- Any previous fundraising or challenge event experience
Applications will be reviewed by the Coin Street team, and successful applicants will be invited to join #TeamCoinStreet for the 2027 Double TCS London Marathon.
Thank you for considering Coin Street and good luck!
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