Suffragettes and Sacrifice 12k

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  • Date Sun 7th July 2024
  • Time 13:00
  • Location London
  • Price £24.00
  • Races 1 race

Event summary

Join Secret London Runs for an unforgettable experience at the Suffragettes and Sacrifice 12k event on Sunday 7th July 2024 in London. This brand new guided running tour will take you on a 12km journey through the historic streets of west London, exploring the explosive activism of the Suffragette movement. From early activists for women's suffrage to the key sites of the Women's Social and Political Union protests and demonstrations, you'll follow in the footsteps of brave women who changed history. Learn about police brutality, Westminster's response, and the moments that led to women gaining the right to vote. This tour is perfect for all levels, with a gentler pace and short walking intervals for those who need it. Don't miss this opportunity to run and learn about the incredible sacrifices made by the Suffragettes.

Suffragettes and Sacrifice 12k

Sun 7th July 2024

A group of people are jogging across Westminster Bridge in London. The Palace of Westminster and the Elizabeth Tower, partially covered in scaffolding, are visible in the background. The sky is partly cloudy, and the River Thames flows alongside the bridge. Five women are posing in front of a statue of Millicent Garrett Fawcett holding a banner that reads "Courage Calls to Courage Everywhere." They are gathered outdoors near a large tree and buildings, smiling and wearing athletic clothing. A group of people stands around a statue holding a sign that says, "Courage Calls to Courage Everywhere." Most of the group members are wearing bright yellow shirts and athletic gear, likely after a run, posing in a well-lit area with bare trees in the background. A group of ten people, wearing athletic clothing, gather around a statue of Millicent Garrett Fawcett holding a banner that reads "Courage calls to courage everywhere." The statue has flowers at its base and is located in an urban area with buildings and trees.

Organiser's Description

Explore the explosive activism of the Suffragette movement in west London over this brand new 12km guided running tour.

As we follow in the footsteps of the many brave women whose defiant actions changed the course of history forever, we’ll explore:

-Early activists for women’s suffrage, including visits to the homes of Millicent Fawcett and Elizabeth Garrett Anderson.
The explosive activism of the WSPU (Women’s Social and Political Union) - we’ll be running to the places that were key to the movement and the sites of some of the biggest protests and demonstrations.
-Police brutality and the response from Westminster - visiting the sites of arrests, incarcerations, and the places of key moments in achieving women’s suffrage.

Pace: Gentler than 11 minute miles - join this tour if you’re worried about pace. No one gets left behind, and we will introduce some short walking intervals to the tour, alongside gentle jogging, if anyone is struggling.

Races

  • Suffragettes and Sacrifice 12k - Gentler Pace

    1pm

    £24.00

    CLOSED

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