Among the thousands of runners at this year’s Virgin London Marathon, a group of six hardcore Gorilla Organization supporters ran their way to victory, completing the 26.2 mile run and raising thousands of pounds to save the gorillas.

Many thanks to Dan, Duncan, Jane, Jen, Keith and Tomas for taking part in the marathon on behalf of the Gorilla Organization.

These six exceptional individuals are on their way to raising a combined total of over £7,500 for the Gorilla Organization’s conservation and community development projects.

Animal lover Jen was lucky enough to get her own place for the marathon through the ballot and chose to run for the gorillas. Jen will also be running this year’s Great Gorilla Run.

Many thanks to our volunteers Debbie, Paul and James who came along on the day to cheer on the runners.

If you would like to follow in the footsteps of our six fantastic marathon runners, please register for your place when the 2011 Virgin London Marathon’s ballot opens on May 4th. Join Team Gorilla and help us save the gorillas!

Before next year’s marathon get your running fix and a free gorilla suit by signing up for the Great Gorilla Run!

Our other events this year include: The London 10,000; Gorilla Zipline; Gorilla Abseil.

If you would like to join one of our other events or would like to reserve your place for next year’s London Marathon please email sam@gorillas.org

Get involved.

Photos: Keith with his gorilla fan club. Jen. Tomas. Duncan. Volunteers Debbie, James and Paul.