Charity challenges
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Charity challenges

Run, hike, cycle, walk, swim, jump or abseil for charity and make a huge difference to a cause close to you.

Charity challenges and events in 2025

Looking for a way to make a difference and have some fun in 2025? Why not take part in a charity challenge or event! Whether you're a runner, hiker, cyclist, walker, swimmer, jumper or abseiler, there are plenty of ways to get involved and support a cause close to your heart.

By taking part, you can raise funds and awareness for your chosen charity while pushing yourself physically and mentally. Not only will you be making a huge difference to the lives of others, but you'll also have an unforgettable experience, create lasting memories and make new friendships.

We've got every type of charity challenge imaginable for every kind of good cause - from small local events like GOSH's RBC Race for the Kids to the biggest charity events in the UK like Macmillan's Mighty Hikes, Cancer Research UK's Big Hikes, London Marathon and Great North Run; from family-friendly charity walks like The Superhero Mile to adventurous multi-activity challenges like Action Medical Research's Race the Sun Series and trekking to the summit of the highest mountain in Africa on Muscular Dystrophy's Trek Kilimanjaro.

So whatever your preferred activity, lace up your shoes, grab your gear and get ready to challenge yourself for a great cause!

Run, ride, walk, swim, skydive or abseil for charity

Use the quick links below or continue scrolling to discover a wide range of charity challenges and events.

Run for charity

Run for charity

Run, raise, then run some more with the UK's most comprehensive calendar of charity runs.

Run for charity
Cycle for charity

Cycle for charity

See new scenery and test your stamina on the ride of your choice from a rolling sportive to an overseas classic.

Ride for charity
Walk for charity

Walk for charity

From sponsored city strolls to lofty mountain climbs, get moving and socialise with fellow fundraisers.

Walk for charity
Swim for charity

Swim for charity

Test your skills and endurance in the water and watch the donations flow in.

Swim for charity

Charity challenges

Say farewell to the old comfort zone and rekindle your adventurous spirit.

Charity challenges

Charity challenges

Bike, hike, kayak and generally adventure your way across spectacular landscapes.

Let's go outdoors
Virtual charity challenges

Virtual charity challenges

Get active to suit your schedule.

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Skydive for charity

Skydive for charity

Freefall at 125mph from 10,000ft+ for the ultimate high adrenaline experience!

Charity skydives
Abseil for charity

Abseil for charity

Go over the edge for a cause you're passionate about.

View charity abseils
Zip slide for charity

Zip slide for charity

No training, just bravery required here!

Charity zip slides
Trek for charity

Trek for charity

Head into the wild and achieve a life dream for a good cause!

Trek for charity

Explore the biggest challenge events and charity trips!

Gather your glow sticks and Light the Way for Missing People with a sponsored walk. Free entry, free glow stick, and win a free beanie, torch and t-shirt!
  • Thu 27 - Sun 30 Mar
  • FREE
  • Free sign up
Anywhere

Light the Way

Gather your glow sticks and Light the Way for Missing People with a sponsored walk. Free entry, free glow stick, and win a free beanie, torch and t-shirt!

Free sign up

  • 1 day walking
Pedal Paddle Peak Snowdon
Early bird

Pedal Paddle Peak Snowdon

This famous triple hits Wales! Tackle a 24-mile pedal, 2.5-mile paddle, summit Snowdon then party!

Find out more
Skydive for Mind at an airfield near you, on a weekend of your choice, to help make sure no one faces a mental health problem alone.
  • 1 day from £70
Anywhere

Open Skydive | Mind

Skydive for Mind at an airfield near you, on a weekend of your choice, to help make sure no one faces a mental health problem alone.

  • 10000 ft skydiving
Join hundreds of women for a night of remembrance and celebration where you will ride past iconic city landmarks then cross the finish line to receive your well-deserved finisher's medal!
  • Sat 10 May
  • £45
Windsor, Berkshire, UK

Women V Cancer | Ride the Night | 100K

Join hundreds of women for a night of remembrance and celebration where you will ride past iconic city landmarks then cross the finish line to receive your well-deserved finisher's medal!

  • 100 km road cycling
Pedal through the Liberation of the Netherlands: A historic tour to freedom, filled with commemoration and camaraderie, to help support the Armed Forces Community.
  • Fri 2 - Tue 6 May
  • £300-£2,250
Nijmegen, Netherlands

Netherlands Liberation Trail

Pedal through the Liberation of the Netherlands: A historic tour to freedom, filled with commemoration and camaraderie, to help support the Armed Forces Community.

  • 338 km road cycling
Challenge yourself to a hike in the beautiful Surrey Hills and support the Armed Forces community, featuring Centenary Wood which commemorates the sacrifices made in WW1.
  • Sun 18 May
  • £25
Epsom, Surrey, UK

Poppy Hike

Challenge yourself to a hike in the beautiful Surrey Hills and support the Armed Forces community, featuring Centenary Wood which commemorates the sacrifices made in WW1.

  • Charity walk 3
Get the Pro-rider experience on this Remembrance ride with rolling road closures, ride captains and motorcycle outriders with various speed groups, to help support the Armed Forces Community.
  • Thu 4 - Mon 8 Sep
  • £199-£2,069
London, UK

Pedal to Paris

Get the Pro-rider experience on this Remembrance ride with rolling road closures, ride captains and motorcycle outriders with various speed groups, to help support the Armed Forces Community.

  • 460 km road cycling
Big Hikes 2025
Featured

Big Hikes 2025

Conquer a 10K, half marathon or marathon distance hike to help beat cancer step by step.

View marathon hikes
Yorkshire Three Peaks

Yorkshire Three Peaks

Climb the three highest peaks in the Yorkshire Dales in this single day challenge!

Conquer Yorkshire
Challenge yourself and support Mind at the same time as you tackle this renowned mountain adventure to help empower those experiencing a mental health problem.
  • Fri 20 - Sun 22 Jun
  • £95
Fort William, Highland, UK

Three Peaks Challenge

Challenge yourself and support Mind at the same time as you tackle this renowned mountain adventure to help empower those experiencing a mental health problem.

  • 24 hrs hiking
Mighty Hikes 2025
Featured

Mighty Hikes 2025

Choose from 12 breathtaking landscapes with half and full marathon distances.

Join Team Macmillan
Make a mountain of difference to people living with cancer. Beginning in the beautiful Glen Nevis in the Scottish Highlands, this spectacular challenge will see you reach the top for beautiful views!
  • Sat 7 Jun
  • £45-£120
Fort William, Highland, UK

Defeat the Peak | Ben Nevis by Day Challenge

Make a mountain of difference to people living with cancer. Beginning in the beautiful Glen Nevis in the Scottish Highlands, this spectacular challenge will see you reach the top for beautiful views!

  • 8 hrs hiking + 4413 ft ascent
Make a mountain of difference to people living with cancer. Beginning in the heart of Snowdonia this spectacular challenge will see you trekking to the top of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon), at night!
  • Sat 6 - Sun 7 Sep
  • £45-£169
Llanberis, Gwynedd, UK

Defeat the Peak | Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) at Night Challenge

Make a mountain of difference to people living with cancer. Beginning in the heart of Snowdonia this spectacular challenge will see you trekking to the top of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon), at night!

  • 21 km hiking + 975 m ascent
Make a mountain of difference to people living with cancer. Beginning in the heart of Snowdonia, this challenge will see you trekking to the top of Snowdon!
  • Sat 13 Sep
  • £45-£165
Llanberis, Gwynedd, UK

Defeat the Peak | Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) by Day Challenge

Make a mountain of difference to people living with cancer. Beginning in the heart of Snowdonia, this challenge will see you trekking to the top of Snowdon!

  • 15 km hiking + 1000 m ascent
Race the Sun 2025

Race the Sun 2025

Incredible dawn-to-dusk triple challenges for teams of 2 or 4 to bike, hike and paddle in a race against the setting sun.

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One of NOMAN’s exclusive Mediterranean ocean rowing races, pitting multiple crews against one another between the Catalonian capital and the world famous White Isle.
  • 2 nights from £500
Barcelona, Spain

Mediterranean Ocean Rowing Races | Barcelona - Ibiza

One of NOMAN’s exclusive Mediterranean ocean rowing races, pitting multiple crews against one another between the Catalonian capital and the world famous White Isle.

  • 3 days rowing
London to Paris Cycle Challenge

London to Paris Cycle Challenge

Conquer one of Europe's classic rides as a personal challenge or for charity.

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A team of 5. A half marathon every day for 4 days. You have just Run2Paris! This is your next great running adventure where you'll camp under the stars on a road trip like no other.
  • Thu 11 - Sun 14 Sep
  • £250-£1,250
London, UK

Run2Paris

A team of 5. A half marathon every day for 4 days. You have just Run2Paris! This is your next great running adventure where you'll camp under the stars on a road trip like no other.

  • 4 days multi terrain running