Run the Bupa London 10,000 for Octavia Foundation

Wednesday, 18 January 2012

We have 30 guaranteed places for the 2012 Bupa London 10,000. Sponsored and fundraising events are a fantastic way to raise money for the Octavia Foundation, whilst increasing the profile of our work.

The Bupa London 10,000 is a fantastic annual running event, organised by the same team behind the Virgin London Marathon and will run along part of the route of the 2012 London Olympic marathon route. The event will take place this year on Sunday 27 May.

To apply for one of these places, please complete the attached application form and return it to us by Friday 30 March, 2012. So that we can make the very best use of these spaces, we ask that all applicants pledge to raise a minimum of £400 through sponsorship (exclusive of gift aid).

In return, you will pay no entrance fee to the 2012 Bupa London 10,000 and we will provide you with an Octavia Foundation fundraising pack.  This will include sponsorship forms and fundraising materials, an Octavia Foundation training t-shirt and Octavia Foundation running vest (for the big day!), an Octavia Foundation drawstring sports bag and Octavia Foundation water bottle. We'll keep in touch with you throughout your training and support you throughout the process.

Oliver Bett, who ran the marathon for the Octavia Foundation in 2011 said, 'running the marathon was an absolutely incredible experience that I would urge anybody who has even a slight inclination that might want to do it, to have a go. Obviously it's not easy, there are times when you may want to give up - but remembering who you are running for and all the people who will benefit from your efforts and fundraising really helps.  I chose to run for the Octavia Foundation because of the fantastic work they do with groups and individuals throughout my local community and across west and central London.'

If you require any further information, please contact Sarah Thomas.

We will let all applicants know if they have been successfull in applying for a space by Monday 19 December.

Virgin London Marathon 2012 - Sunday, 22 April 2012

If you feel ready for an even bigger challenge, why not apply for one of our last remaining spaces for the Virgin London Marathon 2012?

We will accept applications until January 31 – please click here or contact us for any further information. To register your interest, please contact Sarah Thomas.