The Virgin Money Giving Mini London Wheelchair Marathon is the opening event of the Virgin Money Giving Mini London Marathon. The race is open to young people all over the UK in age category races: under 14 & under 17. The race is a championship event for young wheelchair athletes.

Under 14 Boys & Girls – Must be born on or after 1st September 1997. Must be aged 11 on 22nd April 2012. (1st September 1997 to 22nd April 2001)

Under 17 Boys & Girls – Must be born on or after 1st September 1994. (1st September 1994 to 31st August 1997)

The entry criteria requires participants must be able to self propel themselves over three miles within the time limit of 45 minutes. Competitors must wear a helmet & gloves and can either use a standard or racing chair. There will be opportunities for athletes to be fully classified before the race we would encourage you to apply for this. Since the launch of the Mini Wheelchair Marathon in the early nineties past winners have include David Weir and Shelly Woods

Entry Form Details

If you would like to enter the Virgin Money Giving Mini London Wheelchair Marathon you must fill in an online application form, please click here for the application form

For further details on taking part please contact Michelle Weltman - Virgin Money Giving Mini London Wheelchair Marathon Coordinator

Email: michellew@london-marathon.co.uk
Tel: 07710 419218

Training Sessions

London Area

Victoria Park Harriers – wheelchair section
Mile End Leisure Park
Burdett Road
London
E3 4HL

Training Times: Saturday mornings 10.30am - 11.30am
Contact: Marianne Sharpe Tel: 0798 4815760

Croydon Wheelchair Racing Club
Croydon Sports Arena
Albert Road
South Norwood
London
SE25 4QL

Training Times: Sunday mornings 9.30am – 11.00am
Contact: Pearl Sethna Tel: 07775 705326