08/04/2025

GWT Heroes complete London Landmarks 2025

The sun shone on our team of 22 supporters who took on the London Landmarks Half Marathon this Sunday 6th April. The runners took in the sights of the capital, as they started at The Strand, and passed by Big Ben, St Paul’s Cathedral, Nelsons Column, The Gherkin, the Shard, Tower of London and the London Eye, before finishing at Downing Street.

We are delighted to announce that together our runners have raised over £7210 for the Trust.

Excitement filled the air

Supporters were out in force and the day was filled with music and cheering as the runners made their way through the streets of London.

“The whole day was an amazing experience! From meeting up with some of the team before the race, to seeing the big GWT banners and the support mid-race, the entire day was great and I felt proud to run for a charity close to our hearts.” Thomas Allen

“Running my first half marathon for The Gurkha Welfare Trust has been an incredible journey. As a new runner, I couldn’t have done it without my Dad’s guidance and support, helping me every step of the way. The encouragement from the GWT team was invaluable on race day. Knowing that the funds I raised would go towards supporting Gurkha veterans and their families made every mile worth it. The work that The Gurkha Welfare Trust does is truly inspiring, and I am thrilled I could do my bit to help” Rebecca Pibworth

Our incredible runners

Each of our runners did a fantastic job on the day, with the fastest of our runners, Lawrie Blakey, completing the race in a speedy 1:32:29.

A team of five from Gurkha ARRC ran the half marathon with 15kg weighted Doko Baskets completing the course in 2:31:03.

“We proudly took on the London Landmarks Half Marathon 2025, while carrying traditional 15kg Doko – a powerful tribute to our heritage and resilience – in support of The Gurkha Welfare Trust. We’re thrilled to have successfully reached our fundraising target, with the atmosphere full of energy and inspiration.” Sabi and Gurkha ARRC Team

To our runners and their generous sponsors, we’d like to say a huge “dhanyabad”! With your help, we can provide medical treatment to Gurkha veterans in their homes, and pay them a pension for their brave service fighting alongside Britain. The funds raised will also support veterans’ families, and provide vital aid to communities in Nepal.

Ria Gurung	David Hughes
Freddie Dennis	Daniel Stevenson
Guy Dexter	Jack Newman
Leigh Owen	Rebecca Pibworth
Phillip Trussler	Alan Pibworth
Chloe Dowling	Najisha Sherpa
Thomas Allen	Prajal Gurung
Lawrie Blakey	Sabi Sijali
Andy Gooch	Dinesh Rai
Alan Southwick	Eksan Rai
Hejim Rai	Dipesh Deuja

Take on a challenge of your own

We have some fantastic events coming up, like our 5K Doko Challenge South in Wimbledon and Trailwalker, the ultimate team endurance event across the South Downs. Or follow in the footsteps of our adventurous supporters who take on amazing challenges of their own! See all our upcoming events here.

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