The ballot for the 2026 London Marathon closes this Friday, so be quick if you want to enter!

Interest in next year’s London Marathon is increasing by the minute, following Sunday’s record-breaking run.

More than 56,000 people participated in last weekend’s race, making it the biggest London Marathon to date.

The sun shone over London as runners and celebrities donned their running shoes for the epic fun run. There were even a few runners in costume (more about that here!)

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New findings from QR Code Generator have uncovered an increasing interest in the 2026 London Marathon.

UK searches for ‘London Marathon ballot’ have skyrocketed by 682% in the last seven days, according to Google Trends.

Google searches for ‘Couch to 5K’ and ‘running club’ have also risen by 667% and 189%, respectively.

Marc Porcar, CEO of QR Code Generator PRO S.L, has commented, “The London Marathon welcomed 56,000 participants on Sunday 27th April, raising millions for charities such as Cancer Research UK and the British Heart Foundation.

“This research shows an increase in searches for running activities and next year’s ballot, highlighting how the marathon has inspired the nation to start their own fitness journeys ahead of April 2026.

“It’s clear that running is for everyone. From beginners starting Couch to 5K to experienced runners seeking a like-minded community, running is becoming the go-to mindful activity of the summer.”