Sierra Leone Marathon

The Sierra Leone Marathon truly is a trip like no other! Voted ‘Best International Event’ at the 2017 Running Awards, this is a life-changing adventure that combines behind the scenes project visits with an incredible race through stunning landscapes and local villages.

 

Organised by our close partners, Street Child, Children in Crisis are sending a team to this event for the very first time and we want you to be a part of it! Join our five-day trip from 23rd May to 28th May 2018 and come and see our work first-hand in northern Sierra Leone. Visit bustling markets and rural schools as you chat to our beneficiaries and see the impact of your support. On race day, you can take on a 5k, 10k, half or full marathon alongside 100 international and 500 local runners – which distance will you choose?

The Sierra Leone Marathon route takes in some of the most beautiful scenery in Northern Sierra Leone. Set off from Wusum Stadium and wind through the bustling Makeni market before heading out into the tropical forest and local villages. Whether you choose to walk, jog or run, you’ll enjoy the electric atmosphere as you're welcomed by local people and high-fived by children along the route.

 

This adventure is more than just a marathon: in the lead-up to the race, you'll travel by 4x4 through stunning scenery to visit rural schools, you'll learn about Children in Crisis’ projects, experience the culture and relax at The Clubhouse Bar with an ice-cold Star beer in the evenings.

The marathon is unique in that all participants are united behind a common cause, helping some of the world's poorest children go to school. Since 2012, marathon runners have raised enough to help thousands of children access education, including thousands of Ebola orphans. This year we hope you'll join us in helping more children than ever before.

 

Top off this unique experience by chilling out on one of Sierra Leone's stunning palm-fringed beaches: a chance to reflect on this once in a lifetime trip.