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FAQ Frequently asked questions

How old do I have to be to run the marathon?
When do we get the lottery's results?
 
Is there any contact adress published? 
When is the marathon exhibition open and how can I get there? 
Is there a pasta party and a breakfast run?
What ticket is the most convenient one to get around in London?
May I use my own championchip?
Which of the start sites is mine and what pen do I have to enter?
How do I get to the start?
Do all the women start seperately? 
Are there any pace makers provided?
Is it just miles marked on the route? What about distances in kilometers? 
Do we get certificates, results, including master classes?
Do we get official split times? 
What sort of rewards and trophies are handed out at the finish?


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  • How old do I have to be to run the marathon? nach oben
    British athletic ruels allow to run the marathon from 18 years on. However, there is a mini marathon event for school children on marathon day, for a distance of 4.2K along the final stage of the official marathon route with finish on the Mall. Entries are possible only via your school or the local borough.
    Look up the official website of MiniLondonMarathon

  • When do we get the ballot's results?  nach oben
    Usually emails are sent early in October. If lucky your credit card account will be debted earlier. If you notice the booking you can be sure of your place in the field.

  • Is there any contact adress published? nach oben
    On the official website there is no address published. There is no more any phone hotline. The only way is by contact form.

  • When is the marathon exhibition open and how can I get there?  nach oben
    During race week it is open from Wednesday to Friday from 10am to 8pm, on Saturday it opens from 8.30am to 5.30pm. The EXCEL Exhibition Centre can easily be reached by the Dockland Railway (DLR, mainly high level train) in direction of BECKTON, the station is called CUSTOM HOUSE. On your journey you will be able to watch a good part of the marathon route.

  • Is there a pasta party and a breakfast run?  nach oben
    I am afraid there isn't. If you insist to tug in some sticky pasta, it is available at the exhibition. There is an area marked "Pasta Party" where an instant dinner is available and avoidable.

  • What ticket is the most convenient one to get around in London?  nach oben
    The Oyster Card lets you travel with comfort but you can also use your credit card in the same way.

  • May I use my own ChampionChip?  nach oben
    I am afraid you can't. The official chip is fixed to the rear of your bib number.

  • Which of the start sites is mine and what pen do I have to enter nach oben
    There are 3 different starts, marked in different colours, each of it has its own infrastructure.
    Blue start
    in Blackheath: Here the elite runners take off, and also the serious club runners are here. Therefore you will not spot a large number of costumed runners here.
    Green start in Blackheath: This is a small field of privileged runners like celebs, seniors, ever present runners, sponsors, slower Good for Age, special competitions and so on.
    Red start in Greenwich: Here you will find most of the fun runners. Their parade before the start is an entertaining event itself. I reckon there is no race all over the world with such a big number of creative and weird costumes. Fast Good for Age runners have a special location ouside the Park.

  • How do I get to the start nach oben
    The different start places are best to be reached by train (the railway, not the tube). Your number is valid as a ticket. The timetable will be handed out together with all the other instructions and your number at the Expo. For those of you who came by the help of a travel agency should a special bus transfer be provided.

  • Do all the women start seperately?  nach oben
    Just the invited elite female runners, a little hand-picked field, start at 9.35 am. All other participants go off later, between 10.00 and 11.30am. Wheel chair competitors start at 9.20am.

  • Are there any pace makers provided? nach oben
    There are official pace makers for times from 3 h to 7.30 h in 15 min intervals. Info

  • Is it just miles marked on the route? What about distances in kilometers?  nach oben
    Every mile is marked by big banners (*). At every mile a big digital clock is provided.
    Additionally there are banners and clocks every 5K and at half marathon. Every kilometer is marked by small signs.
    (*) Exception: At the red start there are only little signs for the first 2 miles which can be missed easily. Between second and third mile the red route joins the blue one. Don't be scared by the strange noise runners produce when meeting. The green route merges with the blue one after 800 yards already. 

  • Do we get certificates, results, including master classes?  nach oben
    The results will be published quite shortly on the internet. Runners can be tracked live via the official App. A modest certificate can be printed out online. The certificate shows your place overall, within your gender and within your age group. 

  • Do we get official split times?  nach oben
    Split times are taken every 5K and at half marathon. They will be published online together with your finishing time. Furthermore there are some secret check places where split times are taken.

  • What sort of rewards and trophies are handed out at the finish?  nach oben
    There is the medal (look up Medals'n'Mottos), and a  goodie bag containing your finisher shirt, protection blanket and drinks and a bar.
    Advice: Put a solid bottle with your favourite drink into your kitbag. Buxton  water is supplied at the finish but I presume you will not be able to pour down any more.

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