Thames Bridges Trek

Sat 9 Sept 2023

On 9 Sept 2023 Tideway project staff are walking 25 km along the River Thames – starting by Putney Bridge, crossing 16 historic bridges, and passing 6 project sites, on the ‘Thames Bridges Trek’. They’ll also be raising money for 2 brilliant charities – The Felix Project & Time and Talents.

Please read below for more information on the event, and details on how to get signed up!

what to expect

The Tideway team will join 2000 walkers on a trek across the capital, taking in unrivalled views of the skyline, and historic landmarks. Setting out from the Putney Bridge start we head East towards the City, zig-zagging over 16 historic bridges – each with its own fascinating story – and passing several project sites. There is a mid-point rest stop at Vauxhall Pleasure Gardens for some snacks & drinks. 25km later, celebrate in style at the finish in Southwark Park past the final crossing – the majestic Tower Bridge.

25 km

Start location: Bishops Park, Fulham

Start times: 10.30am

Finish location: Southwark Park, East/ Central London

Finish times: 4 – 7 hrs (any finishers coming in before on a jogging/ running time will be disqualified)

Our rest stops & finish line are fully supported with toilets, medics, event managers, crew & covered seating areas.

  • 12 km – snacks, drinks & hot drinks
  • 25 km – drinks & pizza in the Tideway tent
  • There is no parking at the start/ rest stop or finish 
  • Public transport options in all areas are plentiful

Please note this challenge is a ‘walk/ trek’ only – no running or jogging allowed.

How to Join

Make sure you sign up via this page - NOT the main website for the event

STEP 1

PAY £10

Sign up via the online registration form – pay £10 to secure your place on the Trek. You will need to create a registration for any family members or friends who will be joining you on the challenge (maximum three places per staff participant). 

STEP 2

FUNDRAISE

We’re asking our team to fundraise for our two partner charities – The Felix Project & ‘Time and Talents’. Please follow the guide linked below to set up your Give As You Live donation page in support of these two charities.

 

STEP 3

JOIN ON THE DAY

 

We will confirm meeting time and location closer to the event – watch this space!

REGISTER FAMILY & FRIENDS

You can invite non-Tideway project staff to join you on the challenge, and even start the registration process for them. On ce you have completed your own registration, click the "SIGN UP NOW" button, and choose the "Other adult 18+" or "Minor (Under 18)" option to enter their details.

They will receive an email inviting them to complete the registration process and confirm their place on your team!

Visit EVENT WEBSITE

Make sure you sign up via this page - NOT the main website for the event

Download Factsheet

All you need to know about the Challenge - and how you can take it on. Print it off or send it to your friends!

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