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Charity walks in 2025

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Walk, jog or run along the spectacular UNESCO World Heritage coastline from Corfe Castle past Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door, with full support, welcoming base camp and finish line celebration!
  • Sat 17 - Sun 18 May
  • £39-£199
Wareham, Dorset, UK

Jurassic Coast Ultra Challenge

Walk, jog or run along the spectacular UNESCO World Heritage coastline from Corfe Castle past Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door, with full support, welcoming base camp and finish line celebration!

  • Trail run 2
  • 50K ultra run 2
  • 100K ultra run 2
  • Marathon
  • Ultra run
  • + 1 more race
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
Big Hikes 2025
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Big Hikes 2025

Choose from 5 amazing locations with hikes from 10K to marathon distance to help beat cancer step by step.

Hike for Cancer Research UK
Mighty Hikes 2025
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Mighty Hikes 2025

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

Join Team Macmillan
Are you Trailwalker strong? As a team of four, trek 100km non-stop across the South Downs in under 30 hours.
  • Fri 19 - Sun 21 Sep
  • £65-£300
Horndean, Hampshire, UK

Trailwalker

Are you Trailwalker strong? As a team of four, trek 100km non-stop across the South Downs in under 30 hours.

  • 100 km trekking
A trekking challenge with lighthouses, tranquil estuaries, rugged cliffs, beaches, coastal views and the South West Coastal Path to support brainstrust, the brain cancer charity.
  • Sat 26 - Sun 27 Apr
  • £20-£30
Dartmouth, Devon, UK

Follow the Seagulls | Devon

A trekking challenge with lighthouses, tranquil estuaries, rugged cliffs, beaches, coastal views and the South West Coastal Path to support brainstrust, the brain cancer charity.

  • Charity walk 2
Join in at the historic Hampton Court Palace in London. Experience the magic of London as you stroll along the Thames, beginning and ending your journey in the Palace's stunning gardens.
  • Sat 26 Apr
  • £25
East Molesey, UK

Pink Ribbon Walk | Hampton Court Palace and the Thames

Join in at the historic Hampton Court Palace in London. Experience the magic of London as you stroll along the Thames, beginning and ending your journey in the Palace's stunning gardens.

  • Charity walk
Epic UK endurance challenge: The Forces March is a recreation of a 138-mile WW2 training march over five days from Ilfracombe to Bulford in aid of The Veterans Charity. One-day options also.
  • Wed 30 Apr - Sun 4 May
  • £25-£150
Ilfracombe, Devon, UK

The Forces March

Epic UK endurance challenge: The Forces March is a recreation of a 138-mile WW2 training march over five days from Ilfracombe to Bulford in aid of The Veterans Charity. One-day options also.

  • 5 days trekking
Three peaks. 25 miles. 12 hours. A memorable Bank Holiday weekend! Tackle one of the UK’s most popular challenge hikes for charity and raise vital funds towards the next type 1 diabetes breakthrough.
  • Sat 3 May
  • £15-£30
Settle, North Yorkshire, UK

Yorkshire Three Peaks

Three peaks. 25 miles. 12 hours. A memorable Bank Holiday weekend! Tackle one of the UK’s most popular challenge hikes for charity and raise vital funds towards the next type 1 diabetes breakthrough.

  • 25 miles hiking
Discover the magic of this World Heritage Site and explore England’s largest area of outstanding natural beauty in the Cotswolds countryside on this charming walking adventure.
  • Sat 10 May
  • £25
Woodstock, Oxfordshire, UK

Pink Ribbon Walk | Blenheim Palace and the Cotswolds

Discover the magic of this World Heritage Site and explore England’s largest area of outstanding natural beauty in the Cotswolds countryside on this charming walking adventure.

  • Charity walk 2
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Norfolk Coast Mighty Hike - where you'll explore beautiful beaches and picturesque fishing villages to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 10 - Sun 11 May
  • £20-£25
Cromer, Norfolk, UK

Mighty Hikes | Norfolk Coast

Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Norfolk Coast Mighty Hike - where you'll explore beautiful beaches and picturesque fishing villages to support people living with cancer.

  • Hike 2
The ultimate coast path challenge! Walk 60 miles of the South West Coast Path over 3 days and take in the breathtaking sights and soak up the camaraderie for Children’s Hospice South West.
  • Fri 16 - Sun 18 May
  • £350
Westward Ho!, Devon, UK

Incredible Hike

The ultimate coast path challenge! Walk 60 miles of the South West Coast Path over 3 days and take in the breathtaking sights and soak up the camaraderie for Children’s Hospice South West.

  • 60 miles hiking
Venture to the exquisite landscapes of Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, through Callander and past stunning Lochs and waterfalls to help beat cancer step by step.
  • Sat 17 May
  • £20-£25
Callander, Stirling, UK

Big Hike | The Trossachs

Venture to the exquisite landscapes of Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, through Callander and past stunning Lochs and waterfalls to help beat cancer step by step.

  • Hike 3
A trekking challenge along the Isle of Wight Coastal Path with sea views, glades, tall ridges and wild walking in support of the brain cancer charity, brainstrust. You are in for a treat!
  • Sat 17 - Sun 18 May
  • £20-£30
Cowes, Isle of Wight, UK

Follow the Seagulls | Isle of Wight

A trekking challenge along the Isle of Wight Coastal Path with sea views, glades, tall ridges and wild walking in support of the brain cancer charity, brainstrust. You are in for a treat!

  • Charity walk 2
A mid-level, circular hike over the three peaks surrounding Derwentwater Catbells, Walla Crag and Latrigg. Includes Full Weekend Festival Ticket in the price!
  • Sat 17 May
  • £30-£55
Keswick, Cumbria, UK

Keswick Mountain Festival 3 Peaks

A mid-level, circular hike over the three peaks surrounding Derwentwater Catbells, Walla Crag and Latrigg. Includes Full Weekend Festival Ticket in the price!

  • 18 miles hiking + 1050 m ascent
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 ready to explore one of Scotland's oldest and most iconic resorts, nestled in the heart of Perthshire, experiencing breathtaking countryside, with rolling hills, lush woodlands and scenic trails.
  • Sat 31 May
  • £25
Crieff, Perth and Kinross, UK

Pink Ribbon Walk Scotland | Crieff Hydro

Get ready to explore one of Scotland's oldest and most iconic resorts, nestled in the heart of Perthshire, experiencing breathtaking countryside, with rolling hills, lush woodlands and scenic trails.

  • Charity walk 2
Take in the stunning sights of Bristol and step into serene nearby nature on the city's outskirts, as part of Bristol Walkfest - the city's month-long programme of all things walking!
  • Sat 31 May
  • £20-£35
Bristol, Somerset, UK

Walk Bristol

Take in the stunning sights of Bristol and step into serene nearby nature on the city's outskirts, as part of Bristol Walkfest - the city's month-long programme of all things walking!

  • Short walk 2
  • Challenge walk 2
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the South Coast Mighty Hike - where you’ll explore the stunning South Downs Way and take in spectacular coastal views to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 7 Jun
  • £25
Brighton, East Sussex, UK

Mighty Hikes | South Coast | Marathon

Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the South Coast Mighty Hike - where you’ll explore the stunning South Downs Way and take in spectacular coastal views to support people living with cancer.

  • 26.2 miles hiking + 964.73 m ascent
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
Join the Clarendon Way Walk, a beautiful countryside walk between Winchester and Salisbury. Sign up today and support two local hospices for children and young adults.
  • Sun 8 Jun
  • £10-£15
Salisbury, Wiltshire, UK

Clarendon Way Walk

Join the Clarendon Way Walk, a beautiful countryside walk between Winchester and Salisbury. Sign up today and support two local hospices for children and young adults.

  • Charity walk 3
A community focused event, ATW St Albans Half Marathon aims to raise money for local charities and organisations as well as put on a great day out for all the family, delivered by runners for runners.
  • Sun 8 Jun
  • £25
St Albans, Hertfordshire, UK

ATW St Albans Walking Half Marathon

A community focused event, ATW St Albans Half Marathon aims to raise money for local charities and organisations as well as put on a great day out for all the family, delivered by runners for runners.

  • 13.1 miles walking
Hike through magnificent woodlands, past pretty waterfalls and limestone cliffs, and take in beautiful views across the Peak District to help beat cancer step by step.
  • Sat 14 Jun
  • £20-£25
Bakewell, Derbyshire, UK

Big Hike | Peak District

Hike through magnificent woodlands, past pretty waterfalls and limestone cliffs, and take in beautiful views across the Peak District to help beat cancer step by step.

  • Hike 3
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
Experience the Peak District's beauty as you travel along this breathtaking route. Enjoy magnificent landscapes, fresh air, and connect with nature while you explore on foot.
  • Sat 21 Jun
  • £25
Bakewell, Derbyshire, UK

Pink Ribbon Walk | Chatsworth House and the Peak District

Experience the Peak District's beauty as you travel along this breathtaking route. Enjoy magnificent landscapes, fresh air, and connect with nature while you explore on foot.

  • Charity walk 2
Explore England's only natural UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for the outstanding beauty of its cliffs, fossils and landforms, to help beat cancer step by step.
  • Sat 21 Jun
  • £20-£25
Wareham, Dorset, UK

Big Hike | Jurassic Coast

Explore England's only natural UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for the outstanding beauty of its cliffs, fossils and landforms, to help beat cancer step by step.

  • Hike 3
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Yorkshire Dales Mighty Hike - where you'll trek through the stunning National Park to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 28 Jun
  • £25
Skipton, North Yorkshire, UK

Mighty Hikes | Yorkshire Dales | Marathon

Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Yorkshire Dales Mighty Hike - where you'll trek through the stunning National Park to support people living with cancer.

  • 25.8 miles hiking + 859.8 m ascent
Hike along the peaceful canal towpath across the River Usk into the majestic mountains and enjoy views of Bannau Brycheiniog (the Brecon Beacons) to help beat cancer step by step.
  • Sat 5 Jul
  • £20-£25
Brecon, Powys, UK

Big Hike | Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons)

Hike along the peaceful canal towpath across the River Usk into the majestic mountains and enjoy views of Bannau Brycheiniog (the Brecon Beacons) to help beat cancer step by step.

  • Hike 3
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Jurassic Coast Mighty Hike - where you'll see famous sights including Corfe Castle and Old Harry Rocks to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 5 Jul
  • £25
Wareham, Dorset, UK

Mighty Hikes | Jurassic Coast | Marathon

Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Jurassic Coast Mighty Hike - where you'll see famous sights including Corfe Castle and Old Harry Rocks to support people living with cancer.

  • 26 miles hiking + 700.95 m ascent
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Gower Peninsula Mighty Hike - explore the dramatic coastline with incredible views over Rhossili Bay and Worms Head to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 5 Jul
  • £20
Swansea, West Glamorgan, UK

Mighty Hikes | Gower Peninsula | Half Marathon

Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Gower Peninsula Mighty Hike - explore the dramatic coastline with incredible views over Rhossili Bay and Worms Head to support people living with cancer.

  • 14.5 miles hiking + 486.3 m ascent
Hike through the rolling hills and picturesque villages of the Cotswolds. Walk right past Broadway Tower and take in stunning views from Dover’s Hill to help beat cancer step by step.
  • Sat 12 Jul
  • £20-£25
Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire, UK

Big Hike | Cotswolds

Hike through the rolling hills and picturesque villages of the Cotswolds. Walk right past Broadway Tower and take in stunning views from Dover’s Hill to help beat cancer step by step.

  • Hike 3
Trek by torchlight through the night and reach the summit of Yr Wyddfa Snowdon by dawn. With the moon as your backdrop, climb the highest mountain in England and Wales through the night.
  • Sat 12 - Sun 13 Jul
  • £65
Caernarfon, Gwynedd, UK

Yr Wyddfa Snowdon Summit at Sunrise

Trek by torchlight through the night and reach the summit of Yr Wyddfa Snowdon by dawn. With the moon as your backdrop, climb the highest mountain in England and Wales through the night.

  • 9 miles hiking + 1085 m ascent
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Thames Path Mighty Hike - where you'll hike from Eton College along the most iconic river in England to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 26 Jul
  • £25
Windsor, Berkshire, UK

Mighty Hikes | Thames Path | Marathon

Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Thames Path Mighty Hike - where you'll hike from Eton College along the most iconic river in England to support people living with cancer.

  • 25.4 miles hiking + 292.18 m ascent
Get your walking shoes on and explore some of the capital’s lesser-known historic areas with a tour of the ‘gateway to London’ along the Thames’ eastern section on the distance of your choice.
  • Sat 23 Aug
  • £49-£139
London, UK

London Summer Walk

Get your walking shoes on and explore some of the capital’s lesser-known historic areas with a tour of the ‘gateway to London’ along the Thames’ eastern section on the distance of your choice.

  • Challenge walk 2
  • Short walk
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Rob Roy Mighty Hike, where you'll explore the Rob Roy Way through the wild and beautiful Trossachs National Park to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 30 Aug
  • £20-£25
Callander, Stirling, UK

Mighty Hikes | Rob Roy

Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Rob Roy Mighty Hike, where you'll explore the Rob Roy Way through the wild and beautiful Trossachs National Park to support people living with cancer.

  • Hike 2
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
England’s greatest river provides a fantastic backdrop for an unforgettable 'festival' challenge weekend, with distances from 10km right up to 100km there’s a Thames Challenge for everyone!
  • Fri 12 - Sun 14 Sep
  • £39-£199
London, UK

Thames Path Ultra Challenge

England’s greatest river provides a fantastic backdrop for an unforgettable 'festival' challenge weekend, with distances from 10km right up to 100km there’s a Thames Challenge for everyone!

  • 100K ultra run 2
  • 50K ultra run 2
  • Trail run 4
  • Ultra run
  • 10K run
  • + 4 more races
A trekking challenge with tranquil forests, historic castles, quaint fishing villages and beautiful beaches to support brainstrust, the brain cancer charity.
  • Sat 13 - Sun 14 Sep
  • £20-£30
Newburgh, Fife, UK

Follow the Seagulls | Scotland

A trekking challenge with tranquil forests, historic castles, quaint fishing villages and beautiful beaches to support brainstrust, the brain cancer charity.

  • Charity walk 2
A trekking challenge taking in moorland, ancient monuments, waterfalls, stunning coastal views and smuggler's coves in support of the brain cancer charity, brainstrust.
  • Sat 13 - Sun 14 Sep
  • £20-£30
Whitby, North Yorkshire, UK

Follow the Seagulls | Yorkshire

A trekking challenge taking in moorland, ancient monuments, waterfalls, stunning coastal views and smuggler's coves in support of the brain cancer charity, brainstrust.

  • Charity walk 2
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
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Northumberland Coast Mighty Hike - where you'll take in famous sights such as Alnwick Castle and Dunstanburgh Castle to support people living with cancer.
  • Sun 14 Sep
  • £20
Alnwick, Northumberland, UK

Mighty Hikes | Northumberland Coast | Half Marathon

Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Northumberland Coast Mighty Hike - where you'll take in famous sights such as Alnwick Castle and Dunstanburgh Castle to support people living with cancer.

  • 12.9 miles hiking + 169.25 m ascent
Are you Trailwalker strong? As a team of four, trek 100km non-stop across the South Downs in under 30 hours.
  • Fri 19 - Sun 21 Sep
  • £65-£300
Horndean, Hampshire, UK

Trailwalker

Are you Trailwalker strong? As a team of four, trek 100km non-stop across the South Downs in under 30 hours.

  • 100 km trekking
GLOW up and join a 20km night walk through Birmingham with lights and glowsticks to mark World Mental Health Day, taking in the bright lights and iconic buildings for Mental Health UK.
  • Sat 27 Sep
  • £10
Birmingham, West Midlands, UK

GLOW Night Walk | Birmingham

GLOW up and join a 20km night walk through Birmingham with lights and glowsticks to mark World Mental Health Day, taking in the bright lights and iconic buildings for Mental Health UK.

  • 20 km walking
GLOW up and join a 20km night walk through Edinburgh with lights and glowsticks to mark World Mental Health Day, taking in bright lights and iconic buildings for Mental Health UK.
  • Sat 4 Oct
  • £10
Edinburgh, UK

GLOW Night walk | Edinburgh

GLOW up and join a 20km night walk through Edinburgh with lights and glowsticks to mark World Mental Health Day, taking in bright lights and iconic buildings for Mental Health UK.

  • 20 km walking
Walk 13 miles around iconic Windsor landmarks with stunning views of Windsor Castle, followed by a Finish Festival to celebrate your huge achievement and receive your medal.
  • Sun 5 Oct
  • £30
Windsor, Berkshire, UK

The Palace Walk

Walk 13 miles around iconic Windsor landmarks with stunning views of Windsor Castle, followed by a Finish Festival to celebrate your huge achievement and receive your medal.

  • 13 miles walking
GLOW up and join a 20km night walk through London with lights and glowsticks to mark World Mental Health Day, taking in the bright lights and iconic buildings for Mental Health UK.
  • Sat 11 Oct
  • £10
London, UK

GLOW Night Walk | London

GLOW up and join a 20km night walk through London with lights and glowsticks to mark World Mental Health Day, taking in the bright lights and iconic buildings for Mental Health UK.

  • 20 km walking
Silly outfits, serious impact. The Ovarian Cancer Walk/Run is back, with a twist!
  • Sun 19 Oct
  • FREE-£15
London, UK

The Ovar-Dressed Walk/Run | London

Silly outfits, serious impact. The Ovarian Cancer Walk/Run is back, with a twist!

  • Charity walk 2
Why not risk a hair-raising hike around some of the city’s scary streets and historic haunts? Choose your distance, gather your bravest guys and ghouls to make up a team or go it alone.
  • Sat 25 Oct
  • £49-£89
London, UK

London Halloween Walk

Why not risk a hair-raising hike around some of the city’s scary streets and historic haunts? Choose your distance, gather your bravest guys and ghouls to make up a team or go it alone.

  • Challenge walk
  • Short walk
Join hundreds of people across the UK and walk 5K in your local area on the longest night of the year. Because for children suffering abuse, every night feels like the longest.
  • Mon 1 - Wed 31 Dec
  • £10
Anywhere

Walk for Children

Join hundreds of people across the UK and walk 5K in your local area on the longest night of the year. Because for children suffering abuse, every night feels like the longest.

  • 5 km walking

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