Conquer the 2026 Paris Marathon in support of your local children’s hospice.
The Schneider Electric Marathon de Paris is now one of the world’s biggest marathons. Don’t miss the unique opportunity to soak in the iconic beauty and charm of Paris while testing your endurance on the spectacular 26.2-mile course.
Whether you’re a seasoned marathoner or a first-time runner, the 2026 Paris Marathon offers an electrifying atmosphere that will inspire you to push your limits and achieve your goals.
Make your miles matter by supporting Helen & Douglas House.
How to Apply
To apply for one of our charity places, please click the button below and fill out the application form on the Paris Marathon website.
Registration Fee: £50
Fundraising Target: £600
If your application is accepted, you will be asked to pay a non-refundable £50 registration fee and pledge to raise a minimum of £600 for Helen & Douglas House.
Team Helen & Douglas House runners receive:
- Free welcome pack
- Technical t-shirt or vest
- Training advice and training plans that suit your experience level
- A team training day at the Roger Bannister running track in Oxford, including sessions with a professional trainer
- A workshop with a soft tissue specialist providing expert tips on how to prevent injury
- Dedicated fundraising support and access to fundraising resources
Why run for Helen & Douglas House?
Helen & Douglas House has been caring for local terminally ill children and their families since 1982. We help children and their families at our hospice, at home and in hospital with respite stays, pain relief, symptom management, end-of-life care and bereavement support.
We rely on the generosity of the public to keep our doors open, with voluntary donations from individuals making up a large portion of the funding we need to run the hospice service.
Your participation in our fundraising events makes a real difference to us and will transform the lives of the children and families we support.
Image credit for photos in page header (left & right): @A.S.O./Paris Marathon. Photographer: Morgan Bove