The Doko Challenge South
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From The Gurkha Welfare Trust
Sunday 11th June 2023
Past event
11:00
London
£25.00 · 1 race
5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of challenge and camaraderie at The Doko Challenge South, organized by The Gurkha Welfare Trust! On Sunday, June 11, 2023, participants will gather in the scenic setting of Wimbledon Common, London, to take on a unique 5km cross-country course that pays homage to the incredible spirit of the Gurkhas. This exciting event invites runners, joggers, and walkers alike to strap on a traditional Nepali Doko basket, adding an extra layer of challenge to the race. With options to carry 5kg, 10kg, or 15kg in your basket, you can tailor your experience to suit your fitness level.
Whether you're looking to push your limits and beat the Gurkha recruitment time of 46 minutes or aim for last year’s fastest time of 19 minutes and 30 seconds, this event promises to be both competitive and fun. Join fellow supporters and serving Gurkhas for a day filled with inspiration, determination, and a true test of endurance. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support a great cause while challenging yourself in an unforgettable setting!
Whether you're looking to push your limits and beat the Gurkha recruitment time of 46 minutes or aim for last year’s fastest time of 19 minutes and 30 seconds, this event promises to be both competitive and fun. Join fellow supporters and serving Gurkhas for a day filled with inspiration, determination, and a true test of endurance. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support a great cause while challenging yourself in an unforgettable setting!
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Doko South - 5k
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Event information
Undulating course through the beautiful surroundings of Wimbledon Common
You can choose a weight for your Doko basket of 5kg, 10kg or 15kg, and can run, jog, or walk the route. Those looking to push themselves can aim to beat the Gurkha recruitment time of 46 minutes, or even last year’s fastest time of 19 minutes 30 seconds!
Refreshments will be available to purchase at the start/finish area, including delicious Nepali Street Food. Wimbledon & Putney Commons are fully open to the public, so bring your family and friends along and make a day of it! We will provide a Doko basket for the race, complete with your chosen weight. Don’t worry, Gurkhas will be on hand to make sure it is fitted correctly.
Refreshments will be available to purchase at the start/finish area, including delicious Nepali Street Food. Wimbledon & Putney Commons are fully open to the public, so bring your family and friends along and make a day of it! We will provide a Doko basket for the race, complete with your chosen weight. Don’t worry, Gurkhas will be on hand to make sure it is fitted correctly.
Free parking available
Start Line:
Richardson Evans Memorial Playing Fields
Roehampton Vale
London SW15 3PQ
Richardson Evans Memorial Playing Fields
Roehampton Vale
London SW15 3PQ
11:00 Registration & Doko basket collection
12:15 Welcome & warm-up
12:30 Race begins
14:00 Finishers group photo
12:15 Welcome & warm-up
12:30 Race begins
14:00 Finishers group photo
Refreshments will be available to purchase at the start/finish area, including delicious Nepali Street Food. Wimbledon & Putney Commons are fully open to the public, so bring your family and friends along and make a day of it!
We suggest you set a fundraising target of £150. Alongside keeping fit and challenging yourself, you can take great pride in raising money to support our team in Nepal, keeping our Gurkha veterans and widows safe and giving them the means to live with dignity.
What is a Doko?
A traditional Nepalese conical-shaped basket, usually hand woven from bamboo, fitted with shoulder straps and a 'namlo' (head strap) to support the load. The baskets are used to carry a whole host of things, from clothing to bricks!
A Historic Challenge
Every British Army Gurkha Soldier will be familiar with the 'Doko Race'. During the world-renowned annual Gurkha recruitment drive, the aspiring recruits are tasked with ascending a gruelling course in the foothills of the Himalayas carrying a 'Doko' loaded with 25kg of sand. They must complete the course within 46 minutes to proceed through to the next round of selection.
Supporting Gurkha veterans and widows in Nepal
Alongside keeping fit and challenging yourself, you can take great pride in raising money to support our team in Nepal, keeping our Gurkha veterans and widows safe and giving them the means to live with dignity. We suggest you set a fundraising target of £150
A traditional Nepalese conical-shaped basket, usually hand woven from bamboo, fitted with shoulder straps and a 'namlo' (head strap) to support the load. The baskets are used to carry a whole host of things, from clothing to bricks!
A Historic Challenge
Every British Army Gurkha Soldier will be familiar with the 'Doko Race'. During the world-renowned annual Gurkha recruitment drive, the aspiring recruits are tasked with ascending a gruelling course in the foothills of the Himalayas carrying a 'Doko' loaded with 25kg of sand. They must complete the course within 46 minutes to proceed through to the next round of selection.
Supporting Gurkha veterans and widows in Nepal
Alongside keeping fit and challenging yourself, you can take great pride in raising money to support our team in Nepal, keeping our Gurkha veterans and widows safe and giving them the means to live with dignity. We suggest you set a fundraising target of £150
Organiser's description
Put yourself to the test, Gurkha style! Take on our annual 5km Doko Challenge South.
This unique event sees participants running in the footsteps of the ‘Bravest of the Brave’. Based on a pivotal part of the Gurkha selection process, we challenge you to take on an undulating 5km cross-country course through Wimbledon Common with a weighted Nepali Doko basket strapped to your back. A hugely popular event that always attracts a fantastic turnout from our supporters and serving Gurkhas alike – places are sure to be in demand!
You can choose a weight for your Doko basket of 5kg, 10kg or 15kg, and can run, jog, or walk the route. Those looking to push themselves can aim to beat the Gurkha recruitment time of 46 minutes, or even last year’s fastest time of 19 minutes 30 seconds!
This unique event sees participants running in the footsteps of the ‘Bravest of the Brave’. Based on a pivotal part of the Gurkha selection process, we challenge you to take on an undulating 5km cross-country course through Wimbledon Common with a weighted Nepali Doko basket strapped to your back. A hugely popular event that always attracts a fantastic turnout from our supporters and serving Gurkhas alike – places are sure to be in demand!
You can choose a weight for your Doko basket of 5kg, 10kg or 15kg, and can run, jog, or walk the route. Those looking to push themselves can aim to beat the Gurkha recruitment time of 46 minutes, or even last year’s fastest time of 19 minutes 30 seconds!
Location
Roehampton Vale, London, SW15 3, United Kingdom
The Doko Challenge South
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The Gurkha Welfare Trust
The Gurkha Welfare Trust provides vital support 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.
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