{"id":1497,"date":"2025-04-22T11:00:49","date_gmt":"2025-04-22T11:00:49","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/curiousdrive.com\/?p=1497"},"modified":"2025-04-22T11:57:26","modified_gmt":"2025-04-22T11:57:26","slug":"7-freebies-2025-london-marathon-runners-can-claim-this-weekend","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/curiousdrive.com\/index.php\/2025\/04\/22\/7-freebies-2025-london-marathon-runners-can-claim-this-weekend\/","title":{"rendered":"7 freebies 2025 London Marathon runners can claim this weekend"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure class=\"img-container shareable-item wp-caption\">\n<div class=\"img-wrap\">\n\t\t<img width=\"500\" height=\"343\" src=\"http:\/\/curiousdrive.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/GettyImages-467346986.jpg\" class=\"article-image wp-image-22950980\" alt=\"Runners on the road at the London Marathon.\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\t<\/div><figcaption>Running the London Marathon this weekend? There&#8217;ll be a freebie or two in sight (Picture: Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>On your marks, set, go. On Sunday, April 27, more than 56,000 runners are expected to cross the finish line of the world-famous <a href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/2022\/09\/11\/london-marathon-expert-tips-on-mindset-nutrition-and-exercises-17310724\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/2022\/09\/11\/london-marathon-expert-tips-on-mindset-nutrition-and-exercises-17310724\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">London Marathon.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>But before you <a href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/2024\/10\/10\/5-easy-tips-take-first-steps-running-21774753\/#:~:text=Be%20consistent,the%20day%20can%20help%2C%20too.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">lace up your trainers<\/a> for the big day, there\u2019ll no doubt be hours\u2019 worth of planning dedicated to when you\u2019ll be fuelling yourself, where you\u2019ll be meeting friends and family, and what you\u2019ll be eating afterwards.<\/p>\n<p>And while you\u2019ll likely be buoyed by your sense of achievement once you\u2019ve crossed the finish line, it\u2019s also worth seeking out a freebie or two. Come on, you\u2019ve earned it.<\/p>\n<p>Luckily, countless brands will be coming through for <a href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/tag\/london\/\">London<\/a> <a data-track=\"inline-tag-auto-link_article\" href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/tag\/marathon\/\">Marathon<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/2024\/12\/27\/is-running-bad-for-your-knees-22258692\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">runners <\/a>this weekend \u2013 and there\u2019s everything from bath bombs to pasta and even free transport on offer.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Pasta for carb loading at <\/strong><strong>Pastaio Soho<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Carb loading is always essential the night before a race, and runners of the London Marathon are being offered free pasta at one iconic spot in Soho to help them prepare for those 26.2 miles.<\/p>\n<p>On Saturday, April 26, Puresport will be giving 50 Marathon runners at Pastaio Soho a carby meal completely free of charge. That\u2019s right: it won\u2019t cost you a penne.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll just need to turn up between 3.35pm and 5.45pm for an early dinner \u2013 but be sure to sign up via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DIrbdCkMu3z\/?igsh=MTIxbnRidTV2d3RpdQ%3D%3D\">Puresport\u2019s Instagram<\/a> page first to secure your place.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-instagram wp-block-embed-instagram\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media metro-instagram\" data-instgrm-captioned data-instgrm-version=\"12\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DIrbdCkMu3z\/?igsh=MTIxbnRidTV2d3RpdQ%3D%3D\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DIrbdCkMu3z\/?igsh=MTIxbnRidTV2d3RpdQ%3D%3D\">https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DIrbdCkMu3z\/?igsh=MTIxbnRidTV2d3RpdQ%3D%3D<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Pizza at Franco Manca<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Pizza chain Franco Manca has got all bases covered for those running the London, Leeds and Exeter Marathons (the latter two are taking place on May 11).<\/p>\n<p>Simply show your 2025 finisher medal and you\u2019ll be gifted with a gorgeous sourdough pizza, completely free.<\/p>\n<p>You needn\u2019t claim it on the day either, as it\u2019s also valid on Monday, April 27. There\u2019s no comfort quite like carbs, right?<\/p>\n<div class=\"factbox\" data-ico=\"factbox_article\" data-track-module=\"factbox_article\">\n<h2 class=\"factbox-title\">\n\t\t\t\tLatest London news\t\t\t<\/h2>\n<div class=\"factbox-content\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/2025\/04\/20\/huge-fire-engulfs-two-flats-east-london-block-22940983\/\">Huge fire engulfs two flats in east London block<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/2025\/03\/27\/fungus-infected-zombie-spiders-invaded-london-22801577\/\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/2025\/03\/29\/heathrow-airport-face-disruption-easter-strikes-announced-22815826\/\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/2025\/04\/20\/chinese-spies-bugging-londons-pubs-park-benches-security-sources-say-22940560\/\">Chinese spies are \u2018bugging London\u2019s pubs and park benches,\u2019 security sources say<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/2025\/04\/01\/three-killed-car-crashes-bus-sparks-huge-inferno-22826874\/\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/2025\/04\/01\/three-killed-car-crashes-bus-sparks-huge-inferno-22826874\/\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/2025\/04\/08\/inside-plans-revamp-london-liverpool-street-station-22872616\/\">Inside the plans to revamp London Liverpool Street station<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em><strong>To get the latest news from the capital visit Metro&#8217;s<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/tag\/london\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> London news hub<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Bubbly goodness at Lush<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>It\u2019s not just free food on the cards. <\/p>\n<p>Lush is fully embracing World Bath Bomb Day (which falls on the same day as the London Marathon), as it\u2019ll be giving runners two products to get lathered up with after those 26.2 miles.<\/p>\n<p>The Cold Water Soother Epsom salt cube and the After magnesium solid massage oil bar will be on offer for medal-holders across Lush\u2019s stores in Covent Garden, Paddington, Waterloo, and Victoria.<\/p>\n<div class=\"factbox\" data-ico=\"factbox_article\" data-track-module=\"factbox_article\">\n<h2 class=\"factbox-title\">\n\t\t\t\t3 ways to stay motivated during the London Marathon\t\t\t<\/h2>\n<div class=\"factbox-content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Remember your \u2018why\u2019<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Christian Allen is the product expert at&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.runnersneed.com\/\"><strong>Runners Need<\/strong><\/a>. He previously <a href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/2022\/09\/22\/six-ways-to-stay-motivated-when-youre-running-the-london-marathon-17423231\/\">told <strong>Metro<\/strong><\/a> that while race day can be \u2019emotional\u2019, runners still need to stay focused \u2013 and many of them raise money for charity during training, which can be a great motivator.<\/p>\n<p>He said: \u2018If there comes a point in the race when you\u2019re struggling to continue, my number one tip is to try to remember why you signed up to take part in the first place.<\/p>\n<p>\u2018Are you raising money for charity? Or perhaps you wanted to improve your fitness levels and see what your body is capable of?\u2019<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Enjoy the atmosphere<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The London marathon course is lined with people cheering, singing and performing \u2013 soaking it all in will keep you going.<\/p>\n<p>Christian said: \u2018Big race events can sometimes feel like a mini festival or event. Often there are musicians and drummers around the course, not to mention swarms of supporters.\u2019<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Write your name on your running top<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Christian said: \u2018Nothing gives you a motivational boost like hearing strangers in the crowd cheering you on during the race.\u2019<\/p>\n<p>You can use cheap iron-on transfers or use a good old black felt-tip pen to make sure people know who you are.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>You\u2019ll have a few days to claim your soapy goods too, as the offer will be in place between Sunday, April 27 and Wednesday, April 30.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Free TfL travel<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>To get around London for free on the bus,<a href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/tag\/london-underground\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> underground<\/a>, overground or DLR on race day, show your bib, medal, or officials pass to a member of TfL staff.<\/p>\n<p>After all, you won\u2019t want to do any more steps once you\u2019ve crossed that finish line. <\/p>\n<p>The service will run until 6.30pm on Sunday throughout the capital.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A burger and a drink at Bill\u2019s<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Did you know that a low-alcoholic beer is actually a very good way to replenish your salts after a long run?<\/p>\n<p>This Marathon weekend, Bill\u2019s is partnering with Coke, Peroni, Lucky Saint and Aperol Spritz to gift both a free burger and a drink to those who\u2019ve crossed the finish line.<\/p>\n<p>Simply show your medal (or your volunteer pass) at Bill\u2019s in London Bridge, Covent Garden, Greenwich, Kingston, Richmond, Wimbledon, Baker Street, Victoria, or Soho.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"img-container shareable-item wp-caption\">\n<div class=\"img-wrap\">\n\t\t<img width=\"646\" height=\"431\" src=\"http:\/\/curiousdrive.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/GettyImages-490853291.jpg\" class=\"article-image wp-image-22950868\" alt=\"View down the Mall to the finishing line of the London Marathon in London, UK on April 21, 2013.\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\t<\/div><figcaption>There&#8217;s everything from a free Bill&#8217;s meal to yoga on offer (Picture: Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Recovery yoga with Live Yoga Teacher<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>After pushing your body that hard, a gentle three-day yoga course is exactly what you need.<\/p>\n<p>Live Yoga Teacher will be offering three livestream recovery yoga classes. Yoga Teacher for Runners, Yanar Alkayat, has run six marathons herself \u2013 and will be hosting sessions on April 28, April 29, and April 30.<\/p>\n<p>To claim your spot, fill in the form on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/liveyogateachers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the website<\/a> and provide a snap of you either at the finish line or your Jersey number.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A swim at Brockwell Lido or Park Road Leisure<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The last thing you might want to do after completing 26.2 miles is to think about moving your body even more \u2013 but a swim can do absolute bits for your recovery, particularly muscle soreness.<\/p>\n<p>With this ethos in mind, Fusion Lifestyle is offering London Marathon runners a free swim at either Brockwell Lido (in Brixton) or Park Road Leisure (in Crouch End).<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-instagram wp-block-embed-instagram\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-captioned data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DIgtpj0Itgg\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\" style=\"background:#FFF;border:0;border-radius:3px;margin: 1px;max-width:500px;min-width:326px;padding:0;width:99.375%;width:-webkit-calc(100% - 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There&#8217;ll be a freebie or two in sight (Picture: Getty Images) On your marks, set, go. On Sunday, April 27, more than 56,000 runners are expected to cross the finish line of the world-famous London Marathon. 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