The World Major Marathons
How Many are there? It was 6, Now it’s 7
Major Marathon Medal display CollectioN
Berlin - Boston - Chicago - London - New York - SYDNEY - Tokyo
While it is possible just to display your marathon medal in a frame with your race bib and a photo. Why not add that little bit of personalization with a matching route map of your run. Like all our medal frames you have the ability to choose your layout to display just a medal, a medal and photo or even create a “his & hers” / double year medal display. We can create running map prints and medal display frames for “Any” event from your run data. However, here are the examples of the now 7 major marathons, we offer these (we techincally we offer it on every event) with the ability to add race photos and race medals. The traditional 6 major marathons were joined by the 7th Sydney in 2025
Berlin Frames - World Major Marathon
Boston Frames - World Major Marathon
London Frames - World Major Marathon
Chicago Frames - World Major Marathon
New York Frames - World Major Marathon
Sydney Frames - World Major Marathon
Tokyo Frames - World Major Marathon
The Seven World Marathon Majors
What are the 6 Major Marathons?*
Traditionally the Six World Marathon Majors are a series comprising six of the largest and most renowned marathons in the world. These are the Boston Marathon, the London Marathon, the Berlin Marathon, the Chicago Marathon, the New York City Marathon, and the Tokyo Marathon. They span four continents and attract over a hundred thousand participants each year, from professional elite runners to passionate amateurs.
ARE THERE NOW 7 MAJOR MARATHONS?
Yes, there sure are. Sydney was added as the 7th World Major Marathon in 2025. If 6 wasn’t a challenge enough, they’ve added Sydney.
The History of the World Major Marathons
- The Inception
The idea of the World Marathon Majors series was conceived in 2006 to advance the sport of marathon running, increase its profile, and showcase the elite athletes competing. This series was a way to tie the major marathons under a single umbrella and enhance their prestige.
- Who Was The First Person to Complete the World Major Marathons?
The first person known to have completed all six marathons was Steve Hibbs in 2006, the year the series was established.
- Why Those 6 Marathons?
The six marathons were chosen because they are considered to be the most prestigious, based on their history, the quality of competition, and their global appeal. They all have unique features that set them apart, such as the historic nature of the Boston Marathon and the extremely fast course of the Berlin Marathon. They also have the capacity to host large numbers of runners and spectators, making them some of the biggest sporting events in the world.
- Was it Always 6 Major Marathons?
Initially, the series included five marathons: Boston, London, Berlin, Chicago, and New York City. Tokyo was added to the series in 2013 as the sixth major marathon, expanding the geographical diversity and global attraction of the series.
- When Did They Add a 7th World Major Marathon?
It was announced in 2023/4 that the series was being extended and as of 2025, Sydney was added as the 7th major marathon. A new 7 star medal will be available for those who add it to their collection.
- Are They Going to Add More Major Marathons?
Yes. The plan is to extend the series, Cape Town has applied to be the 8th World Major Marathon and is hoping to be added in 2026. Then in 2027 Shanghai has proposed to be the 9th World Major Marathon to join the series.
Our running medal frames - Options
So you’ve got your running or marathon medal. You’ve decided that you want to frame it, great news we can help. Here we’ll walk you through all the different layouts that we offer in framing.
ROUTE MAP WITH MEDAL Frame
Size - 15”x10”
FREE Personalization
Framed as standard
Choose frame colour (Black or White or Oak)
Choose mount colour (Black or White)
Multiple Colours
‘ANY’ Distance, year and event.
100% money back guarantee, if we can’t create your route
ROUTE MAP WITH Photo & MEDAL Frame
Size - 20”x10”
FREE Personalization
Framed as standard
Choose frame colour (Black or White or Oak)
Choose mount colour (Black or White)
Multiple Colours
‘ANY’ Distance, year and event.
100% money back guarantee, if we can’t create your route
OR KEEP IT SIMPLE
We also have a selection of the classic bib, medal and photo frames without our maps. So if you just want to frame your bib with a medal and or photo, simply select you framing options and colour and we will do the rest.
Running bib & MEDAL Frame
Sizes 15”x10”
Choose frame colour (Black or White or Oak)
Choose mount colour (Black or White)
Medal & Photo are interchangable
Space for a standard size running bib.
Running bib & Medal Frame with Photo
Sizes 20”x10”
Choose frame colour (Black or White or Oak)
Choose mount colour (Black or White)
Medal & Photo are interchangable
Space for a standard size race bib.
Special edition & medal display frame Offers
As all our medal displays are made to order, we also offer a few versions that you might not find. These include double medal display frames for those who have either run a marathon with a partner or have run the same event twice. A perfect gift for those who have his and hers medals.
Create a beautiful running route map and double medal display for your runs. All our running route maps and double medal displays come framed as standard. Professionally printed on photographic grade paper and framed for a stunning finish. These can be made for “Any” run. (how?)
- 3 wood frame options
- 2 mountboard colour options
- Unlimited map colours
- Personalised Text - 3 lines available
Our frames use optical grade plexiglass that is optically clear, providing total luminous transmittance, and glass level haze factor.
Personalisation & Features
Event-Specific Design: Create a personalised run map, available for any event, any distance, or year that you ran. (We can source route information if you do not have your own)
Personal Details: Add any text that you like. Popular options include; your name, finish time, and race date for a unique running memento.
Medal Display: 2 self-fit medal openings to display your running medals. Whether 2 medals from 2 different years or his and hers medal from couples running the smae event - 10cm x 17cm (12cm x 19cm by removing rear mount)
Map Colour Options: Choose from runners favourite grey, blue, red, green or choose a custom colour scheme to match your style.
Frame Finishes: Select from 3 finishes. Oak, black, or white FSC-certified frames.
How to Personalise: Upload your photos and race details during checkout, or email them after ordering.
Product Dimensions & Materials
Overall Frame Size: 54.1cm x 28.8cm
Medal Aperture Size: 10cm x 17cm (12cm x 19cm by removing rear mount)
Mount: Archival-quality, acid-free mountboard (multiple colour options)
Glazing: UV-protective, optical grade plexiglass that is optically clear, providing total luminous transmittance, and glass level haze factor.
Print Quality: We use state-of-the-art professional photo-grade printers, archival-quality photographic paper, and ultra-premium fade-resistant inks to ensure every detail is crisp, vibrant, and designed to last a lifetime.
How Does it Work?
We aim to make it as simple as possible to get your running memories up on your wall.
Event: Just enter your event name when adding the basket. This product works for any event or your money back. The route is always correct to the year, you can add your own route or we can can provide it.
Customization: Every order is made to order, allowing you to customize your display. You can choose frame colour, mount colour, map colour, and even add custom text to make it truly yours!
Order Proofs: By default we don’t send order proofs, your map will be the same as the event pictured. If you would like a proof please add a note to your order. Please be aware we will hold your order until you approve this, proofs are only available to customers placing orders.
Self-Fitting: Our products are designed for easy self-fitting for both photos and medals, just like hanging a picture frame. If you prefer, we also offer an optional photo print and fit service for added convenience. Medals are self-fit.
Order and Delivery: Once you place your order, it will be crafted just for you! Delivery in the UK typically takes between 2 to 14 days, depending on the service you choose at checkout. For international orders, you can visit our US site, where most deliveries take 10-14 days. You can opt to send direct to the recipient also.
Final Price: The price displayed is the final price, free delivery is included! If you have any unlisted requests, feel free to contact us directly.
Delivery & Shipping
As all our items are made to order, all our shipping times include the time it takes to make your item. You may pay to skip the queue (orders in front of you) by selecting a fast delivery service. We offer the following services. (Provided by UPS, DPD, Royal Mail, Evri)
Free: We offer a free delivery service, you order will be with you in 10-14 days.
2 - 3 Days: In a rush? Not a problem skip the queue and have your order delivered in a few days.
5 - 7 Days: Delivery via Royal Mail or UPS
7 - 10 Days: Get it a little bit quicker than our free service.
Frame it all from your run, map, medal, race bib & photo in 2 matching frames.
Create two beautiful matching frames
1 x Running route map and medal display frame
1 x Race bib and photo frame
All our running route maps and photo displays come framed as standard. Professionally printed on photographic grade paper and framed for a stunning finish. These can be made for “Any” run. (how?)
- 3 wood frame options
- 2 mountboard colour options
- Unlimited map colours
- Optional photo resize, print & fit (see photo sizing)
- Personalised Text - 3 lines available
Our frames use optical grade plexiglass that is optically clear, providing total luminous transmittance, and glass level haze factor.
Personalisation & Features
Event-Specific Design: Create a personalised run map, available for any event, any distance, or year that you ran. (We can source route information if you do not have your own)
Personal Details: Add any text that you like. Popular options include; your name, finish time, and race date for a unique running memento.
Medal Display: A self-fit medal opening to display you running medal - 10cm x 17cm (12cm x 19cm by removing rear mount)
Map Colour Options: Choose from runners favourite grey, blue, red, green or choose a custom colour scheme to match your style.
Race Bib Display: A self-fit bib aperture to perfectly frame your race bib. Viewable area is 19cm x 19cm (Please see the race bib fitting guide) - Fits the majority of standard sized race bibs.
Photo Display: One photo aperture (10×17cm each) to showcase your race day moments. Choose self-fit or our print & fit service.
Frame Finishes: Select from 3 finishes. Oak, black, or white FSC-certified frames.
Mount Colours: Choose between White or Black archival quality mountboard.
How to Personalise: Upload your photos and race details during checkout, or email them after ordering.
Product Dimensions & Materials
Overall Frame Size: Two Frames each 41.1cm x 28.8cm
Medal Aperture Size: 10cm x 17cm (12cm x 19cm by removing rear mount)
Race Bib Aperture Size: Please view the bib fitting guide, aperture is 19cm x 19cm but it will fit larger and smaller race bibs
Photo Aperture Size: 10cm x 17cm
Mount: Archival-quality, acid-free mountboard (multiple colour options)
Glazing: UV-protective, optical grade plexiglass that is optically clear, providing total luminous transmittance, and glass level haze factor.
Print Quality: We use state-of-the-art professional photo-grade printers, archival-quality photographic paper, and ultra-premium fade-resistant inks to ensure every detail is crisp, vibrant, and designed to last a lifetime.
How Does it Work?
We aim to make it as simple as possible to get your running memories up on your wall.
Event: Just enter your event name when adding the basket. This product works for any event or your money back. The route is always correct to the year, you can add your own route or we can can provide it.
Customization: Every order is made to order, allowing you to customize your display. You can choose frame colour, mount colour, map colour, and even add custom text to make it truly yours!
Order Proofs: By default we don’t send order proofs, your map will be the same as the event pictured. If you would like a proof please add a note to your order. Please be aware we will hold your order until you approve this, proofs are only available to customers placing orders.
Self-Fitting: Our products are designed for easy self-fitting for race bibs, photos and medals, just like hanging a picture frame. If you prefer, we also offer an optional photo print and fit service for added convenience. Bibs & Medals are self-fit.
Order and Delivery: Once you place your order, it will be crafted just for you! Delivery in the UK typically takes between 2 to 14 days, depending on the service you choose at checkout. For international orders, you can visit our US site, where most deliveries take 10-14 days. You can opt to send direct to the recipient also.
Final Price: The price displayed is the final price, free delivery is included! If you have any unlisted requests, feel free to contact us directly.
Delivery & Shipping
As all our items are made to order, all our shipping times include the time it takes to make your item. You may pay to skip the queue (orders in front of you) by selecting a fast delivery service. We offer the following services. (Provided by UPS, DPD, Royal Mail, Evri)
Free: We offer a free delivery service, you order will be with you in 10-14 days.
2 - 3 Days: In a rush? Not a problem skip the queue and have your order delivered in a few days.
5 - 7 Days: Delivery via Royal Mail or UPS
7 - 10 Days: Get it a little bit quicker than our free service.