The Big Half 2026

Large crowd of runners crossing Tower Bridge during the Big Half marathon.
Person in blue LDN London T-shirt holiding up medal after running in the Big Half marathon

Why run for LDN London?

At LDN London we help people with learning disabilities to live independently in their community and achieve their goals.  
 
Every pound you raise will directly support: 

Life skills workshops at our Community Hub for people with learning disabilities who get very little help daily.  

One-to-one support for families of children with SEND.  
 
Employment training for our LDN Eats team to develop their careers.  

How to get involved

Register for Your Place 

Click below and secure your place with LDN London in the 2026 Big Half

Start Fundraising 

Once registered, you’ll receive a link to set up your Just Giving or Enthuse fundraising page.  
 
Share your story and your journey with friends, family, and colleagues, and watch the donations roll in. 

Start training 

London Marathon Events provide training guides and expert tips to help you prepare for race day, whether you’re aiming for a personal best or just want to cross the finish line. 

What you’ll receive

When you join Team LDN London, you’ll get everything you need for a successful marathon experience:

FREE technical Running top: wear it with pride on race day and during training.

Bespoke personalised fundraising support: our dedicated team will be there to help you hit your target with tips, tools, and ideas to boost your fundraising.

Runner wearing a LDN London running top participating in a city running event.

The Big Half 2026 route

he route for The Big Half starts by Tower Bridge and finishes beside the Cutty Sark, passing through the four London boroughs of Southwark, Lewisham, Tower Hamlets and Greenwich along the way. 

Check out The Big Half website for updates on this year’s route and for tips and training plans:

https://www.thebighalf.co.uk/the-events/the-big-half

Runner standing on the road near Tower Bridge during the Big Half marathon.

Your fundraising makes a difference

Here’s how your efforts will change lives: 

£100 provides life skills workshops for someone with learning disabilities that teaches them about financial advice, digital inclusion, or how to have safe relationships.  

£300 could provide a trip for our LDN Community Hub members to a museum or the theatre and help to reduce social isolation. 

£500 could buy sensory play equipment to support children with SEND in their development and learning. 

Two people sitting indoors smiling while holding bouquets of flowers.

Fundraising tips

We’re here to help you meet your fundraising goal with ease: 

Share Your Story: let your supporters know why you’re running and how their donations make a real impact. 

Creative Fundraising Ideas: from bake sales to sponsored challenges, we’ve got plenty of ideas to help you hit your target. 

Matched Giving: don’t forget to ask your employer about matched donations—they can double the impact of your efforts. 
 


 

Two runners smiling and holding finisher medals after the Big Half race.
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