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London Marathon 2021

Date: Sunday 3 October 2021

Physical Event

Once again, we are taking part in The Virgin London Marathon, the world’s biggest single-day charity fundraising event.

The Virgin Money London Marathon is a very special event that most runners want to complete in their lifetime. The iconic 26.2 miler passes major London landmarks such as Big Ben then London Eye and goes over Tower Bridge. So why not stand up for wildlife, join our team of Wildlife Warriors and help protect endangered species from extinction today!

Our charity places for 2021 are now full, however, if you have your own ballot place and would like to join our team, or are interested in a bond place for 2022 please email the Fundraising Team and we will be thrilled to hear from you.

Virtual Event

Registration Fee: £50
Fundraising Target: £1500

The Virtual Virgin Money London Marathon will return this year, giving participants the opportunity to take on the world’s greatest marathon on a course of their choice wherever they are on the planet and at the same time attempting to break a world record! 50,000 virtual runners will join a record 50,000 participants running the traditional Virgin Money London Marathon from Blackheath to The Mall on 3rd October.

By taking part as part of the DSWF team you are not only completing this phenomenal achievement and breaking a world record but also joining the fight to protect the worlds most endangered species!

All virtual runners will receive their running numbers before the event and their coveted official finisher medal and T-shirt after completion. You’ll have a full 24 hours to complete your 26.2 miles using the official London Marathon app.

We currently have 10 places available on this amazing event!

To sign up for either the physical or virtual event please contact us using the details below:
Contact Name: Jo Briffitt
Contact Email: dswf@davidshepherd.org
Contact Telephone: 01483 272323

If you don’t fancy completing a marathon, you can still show your support by donating to support our team and sharing their amazing challenge with your family and friends.