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SUMMARY:Host a Gurkha Curry Night
DESCRIPTION:Host a Charity Curry Night for GWT\nGather your ‘chilli and spice and all friends nice’ this autumn and host a curry night to help raise vital funds to support our work. \nLearn more about Nepal’s most important annual festivals – Dashain (17-23 Oct) and Tihar (6-10 Nov) – and enjoy your own celebration with family and friends as you bring the tastes of Nepal to your home. \nIt’s free to register and when you sign up we will send you a fundraising pack and free recipe card.  You’ll have access to lots of resources to help you plan your event and cook up a delicious Gurkha meal. What’s more\, when you raise over £50 you’ll receive a limited edition GWT kitchen gift*. \nHow your fundraising helps\nBy taking part and sharing a fun Nepali-themed evening with your friends and family\, you’ll be helping to ensure our teams can continue to reach our pensioners and provide a range of community services across Nepal. \nFrom implementing clean water and sanitation to rural Nepali communities to delivering health care direct to the doors of our Gurkha veterans\, we rely on your fundraising and support.\n\n*To receive your free gift\, you’ll need to have finalised your fundraising total by Friday 4 December 2026. We endeavour to have items shipped and with you before Christmas\, barring any unexpected delays in production. \nSign up to Host a Curry Night
URL:https://www.gwt.org.uk/events-and-challenges/host-a-gurkha-curry-night/
CATEGORIES:Events
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SUMMARY:Bank of America Chicago Marathon 2026
DESCRIPTION:Take on the Chicago Marathon for the Gurkha Welfare Trust \nExperience the thrill of one of the world’s major marathons! The Chicago Marathon winds through the city’s vibrant streets\, offering incredible energy\, amazing crowds\, and iconic skyline views. \nRegister your interest with us and help make a real difference for Gurkha communities around the world. Run with purpose and join our team today! \n\n	Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.
URL:https://www.gwt.org.uk/events-and-challenges/bank-of-america-chicago-marathon-2026/
LOCATION:Grant Park\, N Columbus Dr\, Chicago\, IL\, 60601\, United States
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SUMMARY:Leyburn Band Concert 2026
DESCRIPTION:Tickets are now available for the annual concert of the Band of the Brigade of Gurkhas in Leyburn on Sunday 1st November 2026. \nJoin us for another evening of incredible music at the Garden Rooms at Tennants.  As always\, expect a lively performance\, featuring a unique selection of lively Western and Nepali music\, rousing military tunes\, and traditional Gurkha songs.  The Band always brings something new each year\, delivered with their trademark blend of professionalism\, enthusiasm\, and sense of fun. \nThe Garden Rooms provide a beautiful\, spacious location for the event\, with plenty of free parking.  Doors will open at 4pm. \nProceeds from the concert will help us provide vital support to Gurkha veterans\, their families\, and communities in Nepal.  With your help\, we enable people to live with dignity by delivering essential financial and medical aid\, and work with local communities to provide access to clean water and education. \nBook tickets here
URL:https://www.gwt.org.uk/events-and-challenges/leyburn2026/
LOCATION:The Garden Rooms at Tennants\, Harmby Rd\, Leyburn\, DL8 5SG
CATEGORIES:Events
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SUMMARY:Christmas Concert 2026
DESCRIPTION:Gather your loved ones to celebrate the festive season with an evening of carols\, readings and musical performances. \nThis year’s Yuletide concert will take place in the beautiful setting of St Peter’s Eaton Square\, a vibrant and welcoming church in the heart of London. \nComplimentary drinks and mince pies will be available following the concert. \nProceeds from the concert will go towards the vital support we deliver to Gurkha veterans\, their families and communities in Nepal. We enable people to live with dignity by delivering essential financial and medical aid\, and work with local communities to provide access to clean water and education. \nFill in the form below and we’ll send you an email alert as soon as tickets go on sale: \n  \n\n	Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.
URL:https://www.gwt.org.uk/events-and-challenges/christmasconcert/
LOCATION:St Peter’s\, Eaton Square\, 119 Eaton Square\, London\, SW1W 9AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270404T170000
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SUMMARY:SuperHalf Series 2027/28
DESCRIPTION:The world-renowned SuperHalfs Half Marathon Series sees runners take on six spectacular\, destination half marathons for the chance to get their hands on the coveted SuperHalfs medal and enter the SuperHalfs Hall of Fame. The epic events in the Series take place in Berlin\, Cardiff\, Copenhagen\, Lisbon\, Prague and Valencia. \nFind out more about each race below:\nLisbon Half\n7 March 2027 \nPortugal’s biggest running event and part of the SuperHalfs Series\, 27\,000 runners flock to Portugal’s capital every year for the EDP Lisbon Half Marathon and Vodafone 10k. Having taken place for over thirty years\, the course follows the shores of the River Tagus and has on three occasions played host to the half marathon world record\, in 2000\, 2010 and 2021. A particularly famous part of the course traverses the iconic bridge (Ponte 25 de Abril) giving you spectacular and unbeatable views of Lisbon \nRegister for Lisbon Half Now \n \n \nPrague Half\n3 April 2027 \nPart of the SuperHalfs series\, the Prague Half Marathon is an unforgettable race due to its stunning scenery including Prague Castle\, the National Theatre\, Vyšehrad Castle and the Rudolfinum Concert Hall\, but also because of its inclusivity. The event’s motto is ‘ALL RUNNERS ARE BEAUTIFUL’ and that is reflected in the varied field of runners who take part every year. The ballot has now been announced but you can still run this world-famous course for charity and make the miles mean more. \nRegister for Prague Half Now \n \n \n  \nBerlin Half Marathon\n4 April 2027 \nOne of the world’s most iconic and beloved half marathons\, the Generali Berlin Half Marathon takes place at the beginning of April each year. Part of the SuperHalfs Half Marathon Series\, the race takes runners through the German capital with a flat course offering great opportunities for PBs\, ideal for beginners and elite runners alike. This one is always a sell-out and is fast becoming one of the largest half marathons in Europe. With the lottery now announced\, get a guaranteed charity entry today and make your miles mean more. \nRegister for Berlin Half Now \n 
URL:https://www.gwt.org.uk/events-and-challenges/superhalf-series-2025-26/
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SUMMARY:London Landmarks 2027
DESCRIPTION:Take in the sights of London!\nAn incredible half marathon race on closed roads through central London\, with fabulous views of the city’s most iconic landmarks. The event is not your average half marathon! From cultural landmarks and heritage to the city’s quirky and hidden secrets\, runners get to explore the capital on a route like no other! \nOver 14\,000 runners will start in The Strand\, finish by Downing Street\, and take in the sights including Big Ben\, St Paul’s Cathedral\, Nelson’s Column\, The Gherkin\, the Shard\, Tower of London and the London Eye. \nEnjoy the excitement of the crowds cheering you on\, and be entertained along the way with route activations\, musical performances\, DJs\, dancers\, themed cheer stations and more! \nRegister your interest in running London Landmarks 2027
URL:https://www.gwt.org.uk/events-and-challenges/london-landmarks-2027/
CATEGORIES:Challenges
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SUMMARY:Manchester Marathon 2027
DESCRIPTION:The Adidas Manchester Marathon\, the UK’s second largest marathon and one of Europe’s largest is an iconic event drawing participants from all over the world to the vibrant streets of Greater Manchester. It is famous for its fast\, flat and friendly route. \nWhether you’re a world-class elite or someone who once dreamed of just finishing\, this 26.2-mile marathon offers a challenge for every runner. Many regular runners find this the ideal event to get a personal best time\, whilst everybody finds the incredible Mancunian support throughout the course unforgettable. \nThere is a £500 fundraising target for this event. \nRegister now
URL:https://www.gwt.org.uk/events-and-challenges/manchester-marathon-2027/
LOCATION:Emirates Old Trafford\, Manchester\, M16 0PX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Challenges
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SUMMARY:TCS London Marathon 2027
DESCRIPTION:Take on the challenge – run the iconic TCS London Marathon in 2027!\nFollowing the success of our awesome marathon finishers this year\, we have places available for London Marathon 2027. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to join our team and run in support of The Gurkha Welfare Trust! \nThis is your chance to run one of the most popular marathons in the world\, taking you through the heart of London on the famous 26-mile course from Blackheath\, past many spectacular landmarks\, to the iconic finish line on The Mall. Join thousands of runners on this impressive course\, cheered on by huge crowds all the way. \nYour place in the London Marathon will be free\, but we ask you to set a fundraising goal of £2\,500.  Your sponsorship will support our team working in Nepal\, keeping Gurkha veterans and widows safe and giving them the means to live with dignity. \nWe aim to allow 6 months from confirmation of your place to the big race day\, so you have plenty of time to plan your training and kickstart your fundraising. Our fundraising pack will set you off to a ‘running’ start with unique ideas for raising money. We also have a fantastic athletics coach who will be sharing advice and training notes to help you with your preparation. Our team will be supporting you all the way! \nWe have now allocated all of our places for London Marathon.\nFind out about Fundraising for London Marathon if you have won a Ballot place
URL:https://www.gwt.org.uk/events-and-challenges/tsc-london-marathon-2027/
LOCATION:Greenwich Park\, Greenwich Park\, London\, SE10 8QY
CATEGORIES:Challenges
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SUMMARY:Edinburgh Marathon 2027
DESCRIPTION:Come and be part of Scotland’s BIGGEST running festival! \nThis ever-growing festival of running is now a major event in the Scottish sporting calendar. Starting in Edinburgh\, the course heads out through East Lothian offering stunning views and an unforgettable running experience. \nThe marathon route is one of the fastest in the UK making that elusive personal best a distinct possibility! Edinburgh Marathon joined the world’s elite road races in 2012 by becoming the first marathon in Scotland to be officially recognised by the IAAF\, the athletics governing body. The IAAF bronze label puts the race among the top 75 in the world making it a pivotal part of the sporting calendar for runners. \nThe full weekend of events attracts around 30\,000 runners\, with thousands more lining the course to support. \nRegister now
URL:https://www.gwt.org.uk/events-and-challenges/edinburgh-marathon-2027/
LOCATION:Edinburgh\, Potterow\, EH21 7HA
CATEGORIES:Challenges
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SUMMARY:Edinburgh Half Marathon 2027
DESCRIPTION:Come and be part of Scotland’s BIGGEST running festival! \nThis ever-growing festival of running is now a major event in the Scottish sporting calendar. Starting in Edinburgh\, the course heads out through East Lothian offering stunning views and an unforgettable running experience. \nThe marathon route is one of the fastest in the UK making that elusive personal best a distinct possibility! Edinburgh Marathon joined the world’s elite road races in 2012 by becoming the first marathon in Scotland to be officially recognised by the IAAF\, the athletics governing body. The IAAF bronze label puts the race among the top 75 in the world making it a pivotal part of the sporting calendar for runners. \nThe full weekend of events attracts around 30\,000 runners\, with thousands more lining the course to support. \nRegister now
URL:https://www.gwt.org.uk/events-and-challenges/edinburgh-half-marathon-2027/
LOCATION:Edinburgh\, EH8 9BL
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