The Marlow Donkey
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Event details
The Marlow Donkey is a walking and running challenge held on 12 October 2025 in Marlow, Bucks. The event base is Liston Hall (Marlow Community Association), Chapel Street, Marlow, SL7 1DD. It is organised by LDWA - Thames Valley. The event has an entry limit of 150 and is listed as full; no on-the-day entries are accepted.
Distances offered
- 16 miles
- 25 miles
Routes, facilities and requirements
The routes run through the Chiltern Hills and include a figure-of-eight centred on Lane End. Entrants aim to complete the chosen route on foot within maximum time periods of 8 hours for the 16 mile route and 9.5 hours for the 25 mile route. Drinks and snacks will be provided at the start and an outward checkpoint, and a simple meal (daal curry) will be provided at the finish; the organisers state the food cannot be guaranteed free from allergens. Timed certificates can be sent by email or via SI Entries to finishers who request them on registration.
Entrants must carry required equipment such as a personal drinking container, a plastic mug, a paper copy of the route description or suitable maps/GPS, a mobile phone and power, a whistle, first aid items and waterproofs. Car parking is available nearby in town car parks; Liston Road is opposite the hall and Dean Street is about 100 m away (both charged at £1.20 on Sundays as at Jan 2025). The walk does not start at the Marlow Donkey pub next to the station. Entry fees listed are £10 for LDWA members and £15 for non-members; no refunds. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.