Join us in 2021 for a 5km run with a twist
Based on the traditional Gurkha Recruitment Doko race, this challenge sees a 5km run carrying a traditional Doko basket weighing either 5kg, 10kg, or 15kg with a time to beat of 46 minutes- are you up for it?
Location: Wimbledon and Putney Commons- More information on the venue and route to follow.
Date: Sunday 6 June 2021
Register for The Doko Challenge South
Registration fee: £25
What’s included in my registration fee?
• Race pack
• Hire of Doko basket, fitted by a Gurkha
• Chip timers, GWT race t-shirt, and online results
• That all-important finishers medal
• A delicious, chilled Kukri Beer
• A race photo at the finish line to show off to all your friends and family
• Fundraising support
Fundraising for The Doko Challenge South
The fundraising target for The Doko Challenge is £150 per person.
(Don’t be put off by this as we have a team on hand to help you achieve this target)!
Any questions?
Start Line Address:
Richardson Evans Memorial Playing Fields
Roehampton Vale
London, SW15 3PQ
Date: Sunday 6 June 2021
Key timings:
11.00 Registration open
11:30 Start area open for Doko basket fitting
12:00 Welcome
12:15 Warm-up
12:30 Race begins
Please contact Georgia at challenges@gwt.org.uk with any questions regarding The Doko Challenge.
The Doko Race exists to support our work in Nepal and the UK, enabling Gurkha veterans, their families, and communities to live their lives in dignity.
You can view our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) here.
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