If you've been inspired by the finishers of this year's event , or caught the running bug , here is how to sign up to the Virgin Money London Marathon 2019.
The ballot entry system opened on Monday (April 30) and closes at 5pm on Friday (May 4).
The ballot will be open for five days to give everyone who wants to enter the event a fair chance to do so.
Once you have entered the online ballot you know in early October 2018 whether you have secured a place.
When is London Marathon 2019?
Sunday April 28 2019.
How to enter:
Ballot Place
This is the most common way to enter and names are pulled out randomly.
The overseas ballot entry system is also now open.
Ballot open from April 30 to May 4 2018.
Charity Entry Place
If you don't get a place through the ballot then you may be able to secure a charity entry place.
This would typically involve a registration fee, and most charities will ask you to raise around £1,000 to £2,000 for their cause.
You can search for a charity on the London Marathon website and then contact your chosen charity directly to see if they have any places.
Other options:
Good For Age
If you've already run a full marathon in a particularly fast time, you might qualify for an automatic entry.
You can check the times on the London Marathon website to see if this is for you.
British Athletics Club Entry
Athletics clubs associated with British Athletics can apply for club entries into the marathon.
Championship Entry
If you’re a member of an athletics club associated with British Athletics, and you’ve recently achieved a championship-qualifying performance for a marathon, visit the London Marathon website about applying for a place.
Wheelchair Entry
Next year's wheelchair marathon will be open to elite disabled athletes. To apply visit the London Marathon website.
Deferred Entry (due to injury or illness)
If you secured a place in the 2018 Virgin Money London Marathon but were unable to take part on the day because you were ill or injured, find out about deferred entry by visiting the London Marathon website.