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The Marlow Donkey

Marlow, United Kingdom • 12 Oct 2025

The Marlow Donkey is Thames Valley LDWA’s two-route challenge walk based at Liston Hall, Marlow, in Buckinghamshire. Entrants may tackle 16 miles or 25 miles, within maximum time limits of 8 or 9.5 hours respectively. The walk winds through the Chiltern Hills, with a new year’s route featuring a figure‑of‑eight centred on Lane End.

It fosters a friendly, club‑style atmosphere for walkers and runners alike. Special features include drinks and snacks at the start and at an outward checkpoint, plus a simple finish meal (daal curry). Timed certificates are available on request.

Entries are limited to 150, with LDWA members given priority. Route descriptions and GPX are available at least a week before. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom South East (England) Marlow

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25 mi
25 Miles Route
16 mi
16 Miles Route
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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