Kebab Marathon for Alcohol Change UK

By Tom (The Alcohol Free Co) & Jack (TDW Logistics)

The Story:

Tom, Director of The Alcohol Free Co, a company dedicated to promoting enjoyable alcohol-free drinks, has teamed up with his friend Jack from TDW Logistics to launch a unique fundraising initiative.

We’ve been friends for years, brought together by a shared love of food, travel, and endless hours of FIFA.

One of our all-time favourite footballers is Lukas Podolski — who, fun fact, owns over 30 kebab shops across Germany. So when the idea came up to combine our passions and support a cause close to our hearts, a “Kebab Marathon” fundraising challenge was a no brainer.

The Challenge:

We’re flying from Essex to Germany with an aim to eat at every single one of Podolski’s 30+ kebab shops! (with a minimum target of 26). At each stop, one of us will devour a meat-based dish — kebab, wrap, or meat & chips — no skipping, no salad dodging, no doggy bags. We’ll stay hydrated the only way we know how: with alcohol-free beer. Then we’ll race back to Essex within 72 hours, fuelled by kebabs and determination.

Why Are We Doing This?

We’re raising funds for Alcohol Change UK, an incredible charity supporting people to change their relationship with alcohol. Recovery doesn’t always mean running marathons or hitting the gym — sometimes it means coming together in creative, meaningful ways to support change.

How You Can Help:

Please sponsor us per kebab eaten, per mile travelled, or even per indigestion pill swallowed!

ALL MONEY raised goes to the charity Alcohol Change UK to help work towards a future free from alcohol harm

The Rules:

● One of us must eat at every shop — no skipping.

● Takeaway is allowed but the meat must be fully eaten.

● We’ll post photos and updates at every stop, so you can follow our journey live.

Join us on this wild, meaty, sober adventure — share the madness and help us make a difference.

Thank you for your support! 🙌🌯❤️

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