Linden Groves, our Head of Operations and Strategy, along with four other runners all successfully completed the London Marathon on Sunday 27th April, so far raising more than £10,000 in aid of our historic parks and gardens.
Over the last 18 months our five runners have been busy training in their local green spaces, with Linden travelling across the UK to train in some of our finest parks and gardens. Along the way, she met the people who look after them from Kenwood to Sheffield Botanical Gardens, Wicksteed Park, the National Botanic Garden of Wales, Benmore Botanic Gardens and The Walks in Kings Lynn. You can watch Linden’s Marathon Journey here.
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Linden completed the 26.2 mile marathon – one of the hottest on record – in 5hrs 33m, with our four other runners Max Buttinger, Ruth Holmes, Gary Spreadbury and Ruth Tufnell all successfully crossing the finish line and helping to support parks and gardens in the process.
We couldn’t be prouder of Linden and all running team for taking up the challenge and raising money on behalf of the Gardens Trust. Thank you!
Run the 2026 London Marathon
We’re pleased to announce that applications are now open for the 2026 London Marathon and we hope you’ll consider taking up the challenge!
Don’t miss your chance to be part of something truly special. Join Team Gardens Trust on Sunday 26th April 2026 and run for a cause that’s close to your heart.
Simply fill out our online application form via the link below, and tell us why you’re excited to run for our cause and how you plan to raise a minimum of £2,500 for the Gardens Trust in exchange of your place.
Please note that applying does not guarantee you a place and we will contact successful applicants in due course.
We look forward to cheering you on in 2026!
