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2027 marathons – make every mile matter

Taking on a marathon or half marathon in 2027? Whether you’re an experienced runner, completing your first race, or looking for a personal challenge, we would love for you to choose Breathing Matters as your charity and help support our vital research.

We believe every runner’s journey is unique. That’s why we offer places across a range of events, giving you the freedom to choose the challenge that is right for you – whether that’s a local race, a major city marathon, or even an international one.

By fundraising for Breathing Matters, you will be helping to support research into pulmonary fibrosis and lung infections, bringing hope to patients and families, and helping researchers work towards better understanding, diagnosis and treatment.

Every mile you run and every donation you raise will make a difference.

Our 2027 marathon and half marathon events

We have charity places available in a selection of marathons and half marathons throughout 2027. Choose your challenge and start fundraising today.

Marathons:
Half marathons:
International marathons:

 

Already have a place?

If you have already secured your own place through a ballot, general entry or another route, you can still choose to fundraise for Breathing Matters. We would be delighted to support you with your fundraising journey. Email us at breathing.matters@ucl.ac.uk.

Running with friends or as part of a group?

Many of our supporters take on challenges alongside friends, family, colleagues or existing running groups. You are welcome to create your own fundraising experience in whatever way works best for you.

Need help choosing an event?

If you are unsure which challenge is right for you, or would like to discuss available charity places, please get in touch. We are happy to help you find an event that suits your goals.

 

For all upcoming fundraising opportunities, including events beyond marathons, visit our Events page.

 

How to start your fundraising journey:

Choose your event

Create your donation page – read our guidelines to help you

Set your goal

Help make a difference through research

Thank you for choosing to run for Breathing Matters.

 

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Where there's research there's hope

Research into respiratory conditions accounts for just 2% of all the medical research funding in the UK.

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