Coming Up: 

Marathons, Runs and Walks

Virgin London Marathon - 2011

Applications will be accepted for Independent Age Gold Bond places from September and successful applicants will be informed by the first week in November. We ask runners for a deposit of £100 and to pledge to raise at least £1000 for Independent Age. To register interest to receive a Golden Bond application form in August 2010, please email events@independentage.org.uk or call 020 7605 4288. 

The Big Fun Run - Various dates and locations summer 2010
Run, jog or walk 5k and raise money for Independent Age at a variety of locations across the country between July and October. Follow the link www.bigfunrun.com for further details.

Adidas Women's 5k Challenge
A fun, women-only run in Hyde Park, London in September 2010. www.womenschallenge.co.uk. More details will follow shortly, so check this page for updates.

Edinburgh Marathon - 22 May 2011
Would you like the challenge of running the UK's fastest marathon? Join thousands of people in Scotland's historic capital to raise funds for Independent Age.

We ask for a deposit of £50 with a fundraising target of £500, however if you raise £750 we will refund your deposit. We will support you with lots of fundraising ideas, from events in the pub to online.

To find out more, go to www.edinburgh-marathon.com. Or alternatively, if you would like to apply for one of Independent Age's charity places, please email events@independentage.org.uk or call 020 7605 4288.

Treks

Different Travel offer a range of open treks to various destinations worldwide. Why not enjoy the experience of a lifetime while raising money for Independent Age? See the details below or visit their website at www.different-travel.com.

Borneo Jungle Trek 2011
Canada Dog Sledding 2011
India Himalayas Trek 2011
Kilimanjaro 2011
Nepal Himalayas Trek 2011
Inca Trail 2011
Sahara Challenge 2011
Zambezi Challenge 2011