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London Marathon 2023: Ballot details, charity places, date and entry requirements for next year’s race
Thousands of runners are set to apply for the ballot which opens shortly after the 2019 race on April 28
THERE are very few greater feats of endurance than completing a marathon.
Every year, thousands of people from around the world head to the capital for the annual London Marathon - and runners will be out in full force TODAY as the 42nd edition gets underway.
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And if you've been inspired by the sight of the runners this year, in 2020 you could be one of them.
How can I apply?
THE marathon is a hugely popular event and almost always ends up over-subscribed.
For the 2022 race, more than 350,00 people applied for the 40,000 spaces available.
To have a chance at being one of them in 2023, you need to head over to the official and apply using the ballot, which will open shortly after the conclusion of the 2022 race.
It's free to enter into the ballot but successful UK applicants will have to pay £49,99 while international applicants pay £120 plus a £26 carbon offset levy.
All applicants to the ballot must be aged 18 or over.
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What happens if I miss out on the ballot?
IF you miss out on a place, there are other ways in which you can take part.
You can try and apply using a charity entry for the 2023 race.
Most major charities have a set number of places reserved for them each year and allocate these to runners on the basis that they will raise an agreed amount of money.
You'll need to contact your chosen charity directly to see if they've got any places to offer you.
To see a list of charities most likely to be involved, head over to .
Otherwise, you'll have to be a gifted athlete, but you can also try the Good For Age Entry.
These are spots reserved for 6,000 people and are open to both men and women who have run marathons in the .
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When is London Marathon 2023?
The London Marathon 2023 is will take place on Sunday, April 23.
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