TCS London Marathon 2026 volunteering

What You'll Do: 

You will cheer, support and motivate Teenage Cancer Trust runners at one of our Teenage Cancer Trust cheer points.

Or

Greet our runners at the finish line after their epic challenge and take them to our post-race venue where they can relax and rest with food, drink and a massage.

Or

Bring your photography skills and your camera to help ensure that the Teenage Cancer Trust team gets the images to help them treasure their memories of this momentous day.

  • Bring your own camera equipment 
  • Snap and/or video Teenage Cancer Trust runners, volunteers, the crowds and race day in general, capturing the unparalleled atmosphere of the marathon 
  • Advise the charity on potential photography opportunities, as identified.
Why You'll Love It: 
  • A first-class experience soaking up and contributing to the atmosphere of the event 
  • Banger sticks, a t-shirt, flags and other materials to help you to make an impact
  • Reasonable travel expenses will be reimbursed  
  • Support on the day as needed, from a dedicated member of staff.

Or 

  • A first-class experience soaking up the atmosphere at our post-race event
  • Meet and greet our runners as they cross the finish line and guide them to our post-race party
  • Reasonable travel expenses will be reimbursed.
What You'll Learn: 
  • Lots of enthusiasm! 
  • Reliability & punctuality. 

And/or

  • Ideally you’ll be an experienced professional or talented amateur photographer
  • The ability to build rapport with supporters and volunteers
  • Creativity and initiative to take the best possible shots
  • Ability to take direction where necessary from Teenage Cancer Trust staff.

 

Apply on the sign-up form at London Marathon volunteering 2026 | Teenage Cancer Trust before the deadline for applications on Sunday 19 April 2026

What We're Looking For: 

In 2026, more than 300 runners are donning their Teenage Cancer Trust shirts and taking on 26.2 miles to raise funds for young people with cancer. Could you help to celebrate and encourage them by helping us make some noise at our cheer points along the route?

Please note that our three cheer point locations will not be confirmed until early in 2026. Please put your preference of volunteer role. Once the cheer points locations have been announced we will be in touch to ask for your preference.

If you chose post-race the above will not apply.

Summary
Volunteering
Volunteer
Young People
City of London
0 Weeks Minimum
3 Hours / Week
Skills you will develop: 
Active listening
Creativity
Teamwork
Relevant interests: 
Fundraising

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