All the freebies London Marathon runners can claim - from pints to steak
With 26 miles across the capital, it takes months to train for, with a strict diet and training regime, all in a bid to cross the finish line and take home an impressive medal.
But, there are more perks to running the marathon, with the chance to get free meals from a range of restaurants throughout London.
Whether it's a burger, steak or a pint you're after, there are plenty of places offering free food and drinks to London Marathon medallists.
Restaurant chain Gaucho, is offering runners a complimentary steak from the day of the race (April 27) up until May 1.
All you have to do is present your medal at any of Gaucho's London restaurants, and in exchange, you will get a free steak.
On the day of the marathon, runners can get a free pint of any draft beer on offer at Market Place Food Hall Vauxhall.
Just show off your medal, and in exchange, you will be rewarded with an ice-cold pint of your choice.
London Marathon runners in need of caffeine can head to Cutter & Squidge's Soho bakery and get a free coffee and brownie.
Only on April 27, when you show off your medal in the store, you will be treated to a sweet treat.
Pasta restaurant, Pastaio, in Soho, is offering runners a free bowl of pasta on race day when you present your medal.
Runners get to choose a pasta dish of their choice, including Casarecce with wild garlic and hazelnut pesto and stracciatella, and Spaghetti with Amalfi lemon, basil and parmesan.
City Cruises is offering London Marathon runners a free ride down the River Thames and 30 per cent off for family and friends using the code marathon30.
All you need to do is show up at the booking office with your medal to claim the free ride.
All London Marathon runners will get to take the TfL service for free on Sunday, April 27, just show your medal to a staff member.
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Lush is giving runners two free products from its new magnesium range: a bath bomb and a massage bar.
To claim the free items, just head to a Lush store between April 27 and April 30 and show your medal to a staff member.
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