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Virgin Money Giving Mini London Marathon 2021 in schools
We run together
We’re inviting every school across the country to take part in the 2021 Virgin Money Giving Mini London Marathon in schools. It is a chance for children and young people of all ages and abilities to be part of something amazing by running, jogging, walking or wheeling 2.6 miles in their schools, between Monday 27 September and Friday 22 October.
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Schools enter here
It just takes a few minutes to sign your school up to do something amazing!
By taking part, children will be part of the world’s greatest marathon, joining 50,000 runners completing 26.2 miles on the streets of London in the mass Virgin Money London Marathon, and a further 50,000 people running a virtual event of the same distance across the world.
Last year more than 100,000 children took part in the Virgin Money Giving Mini London Marathon in schools. This year, we are aiming to inspire 500,000 children to finish the event between Monday 27 September and Friday 22 October.
Every child who takes part – up to 500,000 – will receive a free commemorative Virgin Money Giving Mini London Marathon in schools pin badge. There will be lots of other resources available, including downloadable running numbers, posters, certificates, and videos, to help get the London Marathon buzz going at your school.
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Inspiring Activity
The Virgin Money Giving Mini London Marathon in schools is all about inspiring children and young people of all ages and abilities to be physically active. Regular exercise has a positive impact on children’s health and fitness and taking part can help start a habit that stays with children for the rest of their lives. Physical activity also supports good mental health and wellbeing – everyone feels happier after they’ve been for a run!
Further information
Any school in the United Kingdom can take part in the Virgin Money Giving Mini London Marathon in schools. Children and young people up to the age of 18 can participate. They can complete the 2.6 miles in whatever way is appropriate for their age and abilities.
They can finish the distance over one day, two days, three days or more – you decide. You can organise the event any time between Monday 27 September and Friday 22 October.
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Schools enter here
It just takes a few minutes to sign your school up to do something amazing!
Entry is completely free. All your questions should be answered in the FAQs below, but do contact schools@londonmarathonevents.co.uk if you have any other queries.
Source: Virgin Money London Marathon
