Join #TeamBrave in the Chester Marathon
Date: Sunday 6th October 2024
Distance: 26.2 Miles
Location: Chester
Fundraising pledge: £500
Cost: FREE – we pay the registration fee
About Chester Marathon
The multi-award winning and sell-out MBNA Chester Marathon will return 6th October 2024. We have developed an enviable reputation with runners of all levels and abilities. As the 6th largest marathon in the UK and 3x time winner of the UK’s Best Marathon, it is also the only marathon in the UK that spans across both England and Wales. The route takes in the beautiful surrounding landscapes and villages that both countries have to offer.
Why run in the Chester Marathon?
By taking on the Chester Marathon, you’ll not only be embarking on a memorable personal journey but also making a difference in the lives of veterans and individuals with disabilities. RBLI, a leading charity organisation, has been tirelessly supporting the Armed Forces community for over a century. Your participation directly contributes to providing employment, housing, and rehabilitation services to those who need it most.
When you run for RBLI you will receive-
- – Our fundraising pack and loads of tips and tricks to help you go the distance.
- – Your complimentary #TeamBrave running vest.
- – Access to #TeamBrave Facebook group – speak with other challenge runners, discuss training and fundraising tips.
- – Chester Marathon Medal
Why run for RBLI
Anil joined the Army in 2006 as a rifleman with the 2nd Royal Gurkha Regiment. Just 20 days before he was due to finish his tour in Afghanistan, aged just 24, he stepped on an IED. Anil suffered multiple injuries, resulting in the amputation of his leg. After an intense rehabilitation process, Anil secured work in RBLI’s social enterprise, Britain’s Bravest Manufacturing Company, making rail signs for companies across the UK and abroad. “Working every day at RBLI is the best thing that could have happened to me.”
Following RBLI’s support, Anil had the confidence to take on his first major sporting challenge in the form of The Invictus Games, winning gold in the sitting volleyball Team in 2014 and silver in 2016. However, arguably, his biggest challenge to date is when he climbed to Mount Everest Base Camp in November 2017. After battling altitude sickness to successful reach his target, he returned to the Kent charity a hero after raising more than £11,000 for his fellow veterans and people with disabilities.
Join the Chester Marathon!
Don’t miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to challenge yourself, immerse in a vibrant community, and make a lasting difference. Register now for the Chester Marathon and be part of an event that combines the joy of running with the power of charity.
Lace up your running shoes, embrace the thrill, and let’s create an unforgettable race day that leaves a positive impact on countless lives. Together, we can make a difference!
