Markel Insurance Launches £15K Charity Challenge

Friday, 20th April 2012

Markel, our title sponsor, is inviting relay teams to enter charity competitions at Cholmondeley Castle on 24 June, Castle Howard on 22 July and Hever Castle on 30 September for just £76! The competitions, in which the winning team at each castle will receive £5,000 for its nominated charity, is open to anyone from the age of 16 up. Markel is offering relay teams a discounted entry of £76  (normally £120) to compete in the mid-distance event of 800 metre swim, 40 km cycle and 8 km run. As well as the charity donation, all winners will receive the latest iPad.

Sean Martin, Marketing Director, Markel International, said: "We are delighted to sponsor the Markel Castle Triathlon Series and to host our own challenge this year at three of the castles. We want to encourage as many people as possible to take part and raise money for a wide range of worthy causes. Whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned triathlete, there is no better way to show your Olympic spirit."

So if you think you are up for the Markel Insurance Challenge, e-mail info@castletriathlonseries.co.uk or call 01892 870681 to receive the discount code before registering your team on-line at www.castletriathlonseries.co.uk

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