Whether it’s running a Half Marathon or the full 26.1 miles, taking on a challenge event for the London Irish Centre makes a real difference to the lives of those we support.
All the money you raise helps support our charity’s vital services; alleviating poverty, building social connection, and ensuring that no one has to face hardship alone.
If you’re new in London or looking to build more community, it’s also a great way to connect with fellow runners. With running socials, WhatsApp groups and one-to-one support from our fundraising team, joining Team LIC is the perfect way to keep moving, have fun and make a real, positive impact.
London Marathon is the world’s biggest and most iconic annual fundraising event, and running it is the experience of a lifetime. The world-famous route takes you past London’s most iconic landmarks, including Tower Bridge, Canary Wharf, and Big Ben, finishing the final stretch on the Mall, just in front of Buckingham Palace.
The London Marathon 2027 takes place on Sunday 25 April.
Considered to be one of the most beautiful half-marathons in the world, Royal Parks Half Marathon takes runners on a stunning closed-road route through St. James Park, Green Park, Hyde Park, and Kensington Gardens.
The Royal Parks Half Marathon 2026 takes place on Sunday 11 October, 2026.
One of the highlights of the running calendar, the Hackney Half is one of the most popular fundraising events in the UK. Taking runners on a scenic route through vibrant East London, including Hackney Downs, Broadway Market, and Victoria Park, this is not one to be missed.
Hackney Half 2027 takes place on Sunday 16 May, 2027.
This is a unique, closed-road route through the heart of London, offering runners the chance to take in the city’s most iconic landmarks, including St. Paul’s Cathedral, Nelson’s Column, and the Tower London. On top of this, thousands of spectators line the streets, and the route is filled with dancers, DJs, and musical performances.
London Landmarks Half Marathon 2027 takes place on Sunday 4 April, 2027.
You will be making a real difference! All funds raised go directly to brightening the lives of our most vulnerable community members. Alongside this, you’ll receive…
In our last complete year, the London Irish Centre…
“It was such an amazing experience and honestly one of the best things I’ve ever done. Thank you so much for giving me the opportunity to run in the race, I really really appreciate it.”
“It truly was one of the best experiences of my life to run for the London Irish Centre – and I’m so happy as a team we smashed our target.”
“Running the London Marathon has always been on my bucket-list, and I was so proud to raise money for the LIC.”
If you already have a place in a challenge event and would like to fundraise for the London Irish Centre, we would love to hear from you. Get in touch with our team at [email protected].
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