Treks & Challenges
Take part in a once in a lifetime opportunity and give your fitness regime a greater sense of purpose. Retail Trust has a variety of places in marathons, walks and challenges as well as opportunities to do parachute jumps and trek to some fantastic locations throughout the world.
Congratulations and well done to Gordon McLardy from Matalan, who completed the New York Marathon 2009 on behalf of Retail Trust.
Gordon said, "The New York Marathon was an amazing experience. I had a huge amount of support from Friends and Family, although many thought me mad! This is the first time that I have run on behalf of Retail Trust and the support and encouragement that I received from them was outstanding making me feel part of a great Team. I managed to do a Personal Best despite those mammoth bridges and thanks in part to my wife, Jo and friends appearing in the crowd when least expected".
See more photos here of Gordon's marathon.
Gordon raised well above his target amount (almost double!). A huge thank you to Gordon for his support to the charity.
If you have been inspired by Gordon's story, or to find out more about the treks and challenges, please contact Jo Reynolds on 020 8358 7254 or email Events on our Contact page.
Make a plan for 2010 and download our Treks and Challenges Poster.
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Virgin London Marathon
25 April 2010
Racing through the heart of London with representatives from over 50 countries, the Virgin London Marathon is a must! Beginning at Greenwich Park the marathon flies by Canary Wharf to The Mall. Challenge yourself to make a real difference!
Registration £50 non refundable deposit
Minimum Sponsorship: £1,750
We have places for the 2011 Virgin London Marathon. If you would like to apply please call Jo Reynolds on 020 8358 7254.
The Retail Trust runners for 2010 are:
Una O'Reilly is Head of HR at McArthur Glen Group. Una has worked in retail throughout her career and "appreciates the great work that Retail Trust does". Una ran the London Marathon in 2009, and has run a number of half marathons too.
Jo McLardy is a Retail Consultant. Jo started working for Arcadia when it was the Burton Group. Jo was there for 10 years and she then went on to work for River Island for 10 years latterly as a Regional Controller for the south. Jo said she "feels very strongly about supporting a charity that helps all levels of employees in the industry". Jo's husband, Gordon, works for Matalan and completed the New York Marathon on behalf of Retail Trust in November 2009. To read Gordon's story please see above. To sponsor Jo please click here: http://www.justgiving.com/Jo-McLARDY
Kevin Hallett is Finance Director for Hallett Retail Services Ltd. Kevin ran the London Marathon in 2008 and 2009. Kevin, his wife Wendy, and work colleague Magda all successfully completed the Triathlon in 2008 on behalf of Retail Trust.
Magda Wierzgacz is the Senior Area Manager for Hallett Retail Services Ltd. Magda says she "admires what Retail Trust do for people and would like to be a part of that". As well as doing the Triathlon in 2008 for Retail Trust, Magda also ran the New Forest half marathon in 2008, the London Marathon in 2009 and the Reading half Marathon in 2009. To sponsor Kevin and Magda please click here: http://www.justgiving.com/hallettretail
Ellie Duffy works for World Duty Free as a Store Manager. Ellie commented that "Both World Duty Free and Manchester Airport support Retail Trust and I have been on a number of social events organised to raise money for Retail Trust". Ellie has run in the Manchester 10k in May 2008 and completed the Great North Run in September 2009.
Michael Laydon is the Publishing Manager for Newtrade Publishing. Michael publishes magazines for retailers and "would like to help those in need in the retail sector". Michael has completed the BUPA London 10k and the NIKE London 10k and is looking forward to running his first marathon.
Retail Trust would like to wish all of the runners the very best of luck with their training.
Great Wall Discovery
Various dates are available throughout the year
From Jinshanling, the trek loops either side of the Gubeikou Gateway. Discover China’s ancient watchtowers and vast mountain ranges and check out the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven and the Lama Temple. Go on, do something amazing!
Registration Fee: £375
Minimum sponsorship: £2400 + £67 Travel Insurance
Trek to Machu Picchu
Various dates are available throughout the year for this challenge
Explore the ruins at Machu Picchu, the 'lost city of the Incas' and experience Peruvian life on this truly unique trek. The question is, are you up for it?
Registration Fee: £545
Minimum Sponsorship: £3,500 + £67 Travel Insurance
BUPA 10,000 Run
31 May 2010
This high profile event is based on the 2012 Olympic marathon circuit takes in the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, The London Eye, St Paul’s and many more. Race through the backdrop of Buckingham Palace and make the journey one to remember!
Registration Fee: £50 non refundable deposit
Minimum Sponsorship: £450
Cycle London to Paris
Various dates are available throughout the year Oo la la! Take part in this 3 day challenge to link two of Europe’s great cities, London and Paris, for this 300km adventure finishing at the world famous Eiffel Tower. The package includes a free day to explore the sights of Paris and a return journey on Eurostar. So what are you waiting for?
Registration Fee: £150
Minimum Sponsorship: £1000
High Atlas Summit Trek - Morocco
14th September to 19th Sept 2010
Tough out one of the tallest peaks in North Africa! See the unforgettable mysticism and mythology of the Atlas Mountains combined with the splendour and colour of Morocco’s traditional people, the Berbers. Navigate your way, climbing and scrambling over the trialling terrain of Jebel Toubkal to receive the rewards of spectacular views.
Etna Volcanic Adventure - Sicily, Italy
22nd Sept to 26th Sept 2010
A scorcher of a challenge! Trek to Mount Etna, the largest volcano in Europe, from Sicily’s ancient town of Taomina for two days then zip up the 2,500m in a cable car to see breathtaking views of Mount Etna four craters and the East coast of Sicily. Evening celebrations follow the descent to Piano Provenzana.
Registration fee: £195
Min sponsorship: £1875 + £32 travel insurance
Sahara Desert Trek - Morocco
5th November to 12th November 2010
Scramble, trek, drive and climb in the amazing Sahara Desert! Visit the caves and tents of the nomads to experience Morocco’s fascinating communities. Forbidding landscapes punctuated by stark peaks, multi-coloured rocky deserts, rose dunes and bright oases will amaze even the most seasoned traveller. Tackle Jebel Lamrakeb then celebrate with an evening’s festivities.
Deposit: £295
Minimum sponsorship: £2250 + travel Insurance £40
Three Peaks Challenge
2 July 2010 or 6 August 2010
This 24 hour challenge begins climbing Ben Nevis, the largest mountain in the UK, before tackling Scafell Pike, the highest mountain in England, then scaling the highest mountain in Wales, Snowdon. Take it on!
Registration Fee: £95
Minimum Sponsorship: £950 + £13 Travel Insurance
Parachuting, White Water Rafting...
White water rafting and parachuting are also available throughout the year at various locations.
For more information contact Jo Reynolds on 020 8358 7254 or email Events on our Contact page.
"I managed to raise money for people just like me, and had a great time while doing it."
