Agents run for charity in this years London Marathon

April 21, 2017

London Marathon takes place this  Sunday 23rd April, as in every year so many agents and others in the property industry get involved in this event for the sake of their chosen charities. We extend our best  wishes to everyone who is taking part this year  and that they do well for their chosen charities.

The wheelchair race gets under way bright and early with the starting gun getting fired at 9am. They will be followed  by the Paralympic runners taking part in the IPC Athletics Marathon World Cup.

The Elite Women’s group starts from the gate at 9:20am. The Elite Men’s group, along with mass group of runners, will depart at 10am.

Check out spectator information for the Virgin London Marathon click here.

Whether going there to watch or on TV enjoy the race and Good Luck to all participating.

 

 

Allen Walkey

Highly experienced businessman with a successful career in property sales and investment both in the UK and abroad. Now a freelance writer and blogger for the property and Investment Industry, keeping readers up-to-date with changes and events in a rapidly changing world.

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