Completing the London Marathon is an enormous achievement that brings a huge sense of pride and endless bragging rights. For those who finish the 26.2-mile course, there is also a swathe of free stuff available from various brands and services in London. This is not a drill; finishers can claim a variety of freebies using their 2025 London Marathon medal or volunteers' pass on specific dates. These offers range from food and drink to transport, wellness services, and even bike hire for supporters. The availability of these freebies is tied to the 2025 race, with specific claim windows often centred around race day, Sunday 27 April, and the following Monday, 28 April, though some extend further.
The freebies are designed to cater to runners' needs before, during, and after the race, helping with carb-loading, post-race refuelling, recovery, and travel. Offers are typically available by simply showing proof of participation, such as the finisher's medal, bib number, or race confirmation. It is important for runners to note the specific dates, locations, and participating outlets for each offer, as conditions can vary. The following sections detail the available freebies across different categories.
Free Food and Drink Offers
A variety of London-based restaurants and food outlets offer complimentary meals and drinks to marathon finishers to help replenish energy stores after the gruelling run.
Burgers and Main Meals Several establishments provide free burgers or substantial meals. Bill’s is offering London Marathon medallists and volunteers a free burger and drink at any of their 11 London restaurants on Sunday 27 or Monday 28 April. The offer includes a burger of choice, plus a bottle of Peroni, Lucky Saint, an Aperol Spritz, or a soft drink. Locations include Covent Garden, Soho, Hammersmith, Wimbledon, Richmond, and Greenwich.
The Table in Southwark offers a free burger to marathon runners on race day. The menu includes choices such as The Table Chicken Burger (fried chicken, lettuce, tomato, smashed avocado, and hot sauce) and The Table Brunch Burger (a breakfast-style burger with fried egg and Bloody Mary tomato compote). The restaurant is located at 83 Southwark St, London SE1 0HX.
MeatLiquor is offering a free burger to marathon runners on race day from any of its participating stores. The specific participating locations are not detailed in the source material.
Pizza Multiple pizzerias offer free pizza. Franco Manca provides a free pizza to runners who show their finisher’s medal. This offer is available at participating Franco Manca outlets in London and Manchester on Sunday 27 April and Monday 28 April, and in Leeds and Exeter on Sunday 11 May and Monday 12 May.
Santa Maria, with outposts in Islington, Fulham, and Fitzrovia, offers a free pizza on the house to London Marathon runners who show their medal and dine in at one of its restaurants. SunGod’s marathon after-party at 28 Henrietta Street also includes free pizza for runners.
Pasta Pastaio in Soho offers a free bowl of their signature pasta to London Marathon finishers. Dishes include pappardelle with pork ragu and spaghetti with Amalfi lemon. The restaurant is located at 19 Ganton St, Carnaby, London W1F 9BN.
Pastificio Al Dente is another chain offering free pasta dishes between April 24 and 26 for carb-loading or refuelling. Runners need to show proof of entry and can choose from dishes like Paccheri alla Boscaiola, Paccheri al Ragù, Penne Arrabbiata, and Penne al Pomodoro.
Other Food Items It’s Bagels in Primrose Hill offers a free cream cheese bagel for the entire week after the marathon, requiring the show of a finisher’s medal.
For those seeking a post-race pint, Greene King, which owns numerous historic pubs across London, offers drinks on the house to anyone who has completed the marathon.
Transport and Travel Freebies
Free travel is a highly practical and valuable freebie for runners, helping them get to the start line and travel home without cost.
Public Transport in London Transport for London (TfL) offers free travel on the London Underground, London Overground, DLR, and London buses on race day until 6:30pm on Sunday 27 April. Runners can simply show their bib number or medal to travel for free. This offer is available across all TfL service locations.
National Rail Services Southeastern rail service offers free travel across parts of its network on race morning to help runners get to the start areas. Free travel is available on services departing from London Bridge, Cannon Street, Charing Cross, Waterloo East, and Victoria. As with TfL services, runners need to show their bib number when boarding.
Wellness and Recovery Freebies
After completing the marathon, several brands offer free services to aid recovery, including massages, ice baths, and wellness products.
Massage and Spa Services SunGod’s marathon after-party at 28 Henrietta Street (less than a 20-minute walk from the finish line) offers free post-race massages, tote bags, beer (alcoholic or non-alcoholic), and pizza.
Gymshark Regent Street provides a complimentary day for marathon runners, featuring ice baths, massage guns, and refreshments from Joe & the Juice. This event is available between 1-6pm on race day, and friends and family of runners are also welcome. The store is located at 165 Regent St., London W1S 3BE.
Lush is giving away its Cold Water Soother Epsom salt cube and After magnesium solid massage oil bar to marathon runners, along with a 10 per cent discount voucher for Lush Spa. Participating Lush spas are in Covent Garden, Paddington Station, Waterloo Station, and Victoria Station. The freebies can be claimed between Sunday 27 April and Wednesday 30 April.
Swimming Runners can claim free swim sessions at Brockwell Lido and Park Road Leisure. This offer is available from now until Sunday 28 April, and participants need to show their race confirmation information to gain access.
Freebies for Supporters
Supporters of marathon runners also have opportunities to access free services to help them travel around the city to cheer on their loved ones.
Bike Hire Brompton offers complimentary bike hire for the full day to supporters. To claim this, supporters need to email [email protected] with the bib number of the person taking part and will receive a code for the hire.
Eligibility and Claiming Process
The eligibility for these freebies is generally straightforward: they are available to anyone who has completed the 2025 London Marathon, and in some cases, also to volunteers. The primary proof required is the 2025 London Marathon medal or volunteers' pass. For some offers, the runners' bib number or race confirmation information may suffice.
Claiming the freebies typically involves visiting the participating venue on the specified dates and presenting the required proof of participation. No purchase is usually necessary, and the offers are valid for the individual runner (and sometimes their guests, as specified for the Gymshark event). It is advisable to check the specific terms for each offer, as some may have limited availability or require booking in advance.
Conclusion
The 2025 London Marathon offers participants a wide array of freebies that extend well beyond the finisher's medal. From substantial meals like burgers, pizza, and pasta to practical travel concessions and wellness recovery services, there are numerous ways for runners to celebrate their achievement. Supporters also have access to free bike hire to navigate the city. The key to accessing these freebies is to present the 2025 London Marathon medal or volunteers' pass at the relevant venues within the specified timeframes. As these offers are provided by various independent businesses and services, runners should verify the details, such as exact dates and participating locations, to ensure a smooth and rewarding post-marathon experience.