Challenge walks

Challenge walks

Challenging walking events from half marathon distance (13.1 miles) right up to multi-day ultra challenges.

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Challenge walks in the UK

Walking challenges are a great way to test your stamina on foot with walks ranging from anything over half marathon distance right up to ultra challenges that take place over a single day, weekend or even longer.

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Challenge walks in 2024/2025

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Mighty Hikes 2025
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Mighty Hikes 2025

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

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The Forces March
Military & Civilians

The Forces March

Recreate a historically-significant 135-mile WW2 training march in this epic UK endurance trek.

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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
Incredible Hike
Scenery, camaraderie

Incredible Hike

Walk 60 miles of the South West Coast Path over 3 days.

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Challenge yourself to walk (or run) 200km in 40 days to help fight global poverty. Walk when and where you choose, alone or with friends, and receive goodies!
  • Wed 5 Mar - Thu 17 Apr 2025
  • FREE
Anywhere

The Big Lent Walk

Challenge yourself to walk (or run) 200km in 40 days to help fight global poverty. Walk when and where you choose, alone or with friends, and receive goodies!

  • 40 days walking
The spring challenge is on! Get active every day throughout April and raise money to support Bowel Cancer UK's vital work. Walk, cycle, run - it's up to you!
  • Tue 1 - Wed 30 Apr 2025
  • £5
Anywhere

ActiveApril

The spring challenge is on! Get active every day throughout April and raise money to support Bowel Cancer UK's vital work. Walk, cycle, run - it's up to you!

  • 30 days walking
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 Apr 2025
  • £20
Dartmouth, Devon, UK

Follow the Seagulls | Devon | One Day Challenge

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.

  • 26 miles walking + 2000 ft ascent
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 2025
  • £30
Dartmouth, Devon, UK

Follow the Seagulls | Devon | Two Day Challenge

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.

  • 50 miles walking + 5000 ft ascent
Epic UK endurance challenge: The Forces March is a recreation of a 138-mile WW2 training march over 5 days from Ilfracombe to Bulford with great historical significance in aid of The Veterans Charity.
  • Wed 30 Apr - Sun 4 May 2025
  • £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 5 days from Ilfracombe to Bulford with great historical significance in aid of The Veterans Charity.

  • 5 days trekking
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 May 2025
  • £25
Cromer, Norfolk, UK

Mighty Hikes | Norfolk Coast | Marathon

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.

  • 26.1 miles hiking + 300.33 m ascent
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.
  • Sun 11 May 2025
  • £20
Cromer, Norfolk, UK

Mighty Hikes | Norfolk Coast | Half Marathon

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.

  • 14.3 miles hiking + 185.77 m ascent
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 2025
  • £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 2025
  • £25
Callander, Stirling, UK

Big Hike | The Trossachs | Marathon

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.

  • 26.2 miles hiking + 2000 ft ascent
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 May 2025
  • £20
Cowes, Isle of Wight, UK

Follow the Seagulls | Isle of Wight | One Day Challenge

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!

  • 25 miles walking
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 2025
  • £30
Cowes, Isle of Wight, UK

Follow the Seagulls | Isle of Wight | Two Day Challenge

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!

  • 50 miles walking
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 2025
  • £25-£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
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 2025
  • £20
Callander, Stirling, UK

Big Hike | The Trossachs | Half Marathon

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.

  • 13.1 miles hiking + 1100 ft ascent
A high-level horseshoe walk on varied terrain around the stunning fells surrounding Derwentwater and the Borrowdale Valley for experienced hikers. Includes Full Weekend Festival Ticket in the price!
  • Sun 18 May 2025
  • £60-£65
Keswick, Cumbria, UK

Keswick Mountain Festival 8 Peaks

A high-level horseshoe walk on varied terrain around the stunning fells surrounding Derwentwater and the Borrowdale Valley for experienced hikers. Includes Full Weekend Festival Ticket in the price!

  • 18 miles hiking + 1350 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 2025
  • £25
Epsom, Surrey, UK

Poppy Hike | Medium

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.

  • 15 miles walking
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 2025
  • £25
Epsom, Surrey, UK

Poppy Hike | Long

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.

  • 21 miles walking
Make a mountain of difference to people living with cancer. Beginning in the beautiful Greater Langdale valley in the Lake District, you will hike to the top of England's highest mountain - Scafell.
  • Sat 31 May 2025
  • £45-£120
Ambleside, Cumbria, UK

Defeat the Peak | Scafell Pike by Day Challenge

Make a mountain of difference to people living with cancer. Beginning in the beautiful Greater Langdale valley in the Lake District, you will hike to the top of England's highest mountain - Scafell.

  • 12 hrs hiking + 1500 m ascent
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 2025
  • £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
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 2025
  • £20
Polegate, East Sussex, UK

Mighty Hikes | South Coast | Half 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.

  • 13 miles hiking + 481.14 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 2025
  • £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
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 2025
  • £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
Now in its 17th year, this wonderfully popular walk takes you off the beaten track through some of Hampshire and Wiltshire's most beautiful countryside to support two local hospices.
  • Sun 8 Jun 2025
  • £10-£15
Winchester, Hampshire, UK

Clarendon Way Walk | Classic Clarendon

Now in its 17th year, this wonderfully popular walk takes you off the beaten track through some of Hampshire and Wiltshire's most beautiful countryside to support two local hospices.

  • 26 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 2025
  • £25
Bakewell, Derbyshire, UK

Big Hike | Peak District | Marathon

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.

  • 26.2 miles hiking + 1800 ft ascent
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Lake District Mighty Hike - where you'll trek through the stunning National Park to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 14 Jun 2025
  • £25
Penrith, Cumbria, UK

Mighty Hikes | Lake District | Marathon

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

  • 24.9 miles hiking + 1027.48 m ascent
Run or hike the UK's most iconic ultramarathon and conquer 70 miles in 26 hours over a fully waymarked journey through Hadrian's Wall country. Ideal first ultra.
  • Sat 14 Jun 2025
  • £230-£240
Carlisle, Cumbria, UK

Rat Race | The Wall

Run or hike the UK's most iconic ultramarathon and conquer 70 miles in 26 hours over a fully waymarked journey through Hadrian's Wall country. Ideal first ultra.

  • 70 miles trail running + 3460 ft ascent
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Lake District Mighty Hike - where you'll trek through the stunning National Park to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 14 Jun 2025
  • £20
Penrith, Cumbria, UK

Mighty Hikes | Lake District | Half Marathon

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

  • 12.4 miles hiking + 559.87 m ascent
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 2025
  • £20
Bakewell, Derbyshire, UK

Big Hike | Peak District | Half Marathon

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.

  • 13.1 miles hiking + 1302 ft ascent
Ascend Wales' highest mountain, Yr Wyddfa, in the stillness of the night to summit in time for sunrise and experience the magic with charity #TeamPassage.
  • Sun 15 Jun 2025
  • £40
Caernarfon, Gwynedd, UK

Yr Wyddfa Snowdon Sunrise Hike

Ascend Wales' highest mountain, Yr Wyddfa, in the stillness of the night to summit in time for sunrise and experience the magic with charity #TeamPassage.

  • 9 miles hiking + 1085 m ascent
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Giant's Causeway Mighty Hike - take in the dramatic views of N Ireland’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 21 Jun 2025
  • £25
Ballycastle, County Antrim, UK

Mighty Hikes | Giant's Causeway | Marathon

Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Giant's Causeway Mighty Hike - take in the dramatic views of N Ireland’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site to support people living with cancer.

  • 25.8 miles hiking + 758.91 m ascent
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Giant's Causeway Mighty Hike - take in the dramatic views of N Ireland’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 21 Jun 2025
  • £20
Ballycastle, County Antrim, UK

Mighty Hikes | Giant's Causeway | Half Marathon

Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Giant's Causeway Mighty Hike - take in the dramatic views of N Ireland’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site to support people living with cancer.

  • 12.8 miles hiking + 691.3 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 2025
  • £25
Swansea, West Glamorgan, UK

Mighty Hikes | Gower Peninsula | 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.

  • 26 miles hiking + 826.5 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 2025
  • £25
Brecon, Powys, UK

Big Hike | Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) | Marathon

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.

  • 26.2 miles hiking + 3000 ft ascent
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 2025
  • £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 Jurassic Coast Mighty Hike - where you'll see famous sights featuring Corfe Castle on your hike to the coast to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 5 Jul 2025
  • £20
Wareham, Dorset, UK

Mighty Hikes | Jurassic Coast | Half Marathon

Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Jurassic Coast Mighty Hike - where you'll see famous sights featuring Corfe Castle on your hike to the coast to support people living with cancer.

  • 13.5 miles hiking + 426.77 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 2025
  • £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 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 2025
  • £20
Brecon, Powys, UK

Big Hike | Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) | Half Marathon

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.

  • 13.1 miles hiking + 1500 ft 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 2025
  • £25
Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire, UK

Big Hike | Cotswolds | Marathon

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.

  • 26.2 miles hiking + 1900 ft ascent
Hike through rolling hills and picturesque villages of the Cotswolds, including Aston Magna, Paxford and Ebrington, to help beat cancer step by step.
  • Sat 12 Jul 2025
  • £20
Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire, UK

Big Hike | Cotswolds | Half Marathon

Hike through rolling hills and picturesque villages of the Cotswolds, including Aston Magna, Paxford and Ebrington, to help beat cancer step by step.

  • 13.1 miles hiking + 1200 ft ascent
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Peak District Mighty Hike - where you'll trek through the UK's oldest National Park to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 19 Jul 2025
  • £25
Bakewell, Derbyshire, UK

Mighty Hikes | Peak District | Marathon

Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Peak District Mighty Hike - where you'll trek through the UK's oldest National Park to support people living with cancer.

  • 26.2 miles hiking + 753.74 m ascent
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Cotswolds Mighty Hike - where you'll wander through peaceful chocolate box villages and along riverside paths to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 19 Jul 2025
  • £25
Woodstock, Oxfordshire, UK

Mighty Hikes | Cotswolds | Marathon

Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Cotswolds Mighty Hike - where you'll wander through peaceful chocolate box villages and along riverside paths to support people living with cancer.

  • 25.24 miles hiking + 452.61 m ascent
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Cotswolds Mighty Hike - where you'll wander through peaceful chocolate box villages and along riverside paths to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 19 Jul 2025
  • £20
Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, UK

Mighty Hikes | Cotswolds | Half Marathon

Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Cotswolds Mighty Hike - where you'll wander through peaceful chocolate box villages and along riverside paths to support people living with cancer.

  • 13.38 miles hiking + 285.55 m ascent
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Peak District Mighty Hike - where you'll trek through the UK's oldest National Park to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 19 Jul 2025
  • £20
Bakewell, Derbyshire, UK

Mighty Hikes | Peak District | Half Marathon

Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Peak District Mighty Hike - where you'll trek through the UK's oldest National Park to support people living with cancer.

  • 14.2 miles hiking + 410.88 m ascent
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Thames Path Mighty Hike - where you'll hike from Windsor Racecourse along the most iconic river in England to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 26 Jul 2025
  • £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 Windsor Racecourse along the most iconic river in England to support people living with cancer.

  • 25.4 miles hiking + 292.18 m ascent
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Thames Path Mighty Hike - where you'll hike from Windsor Racecourse along the most iconic river in England to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 26 Jul 2025
  • £20
Windsor, Berkshire, UK

Mighty Hikes | Thames Path | Half Marathon

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

  • 13 miles hiking + 147.97 m ascent
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 2025
  • £25
Callander, Stirling, UK

Mighty Hikes | Rob Roy | Marathon

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.

  • 25.2 miles hiking + 870.37 m ascent
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 2025
  • £20
Callander, Stirling, UK

Mighty Hikes | Rob Roy | Half Marathon

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.

  • 15.3 miles hiking + 530.47 m 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 2025
  • £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
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 Bamburgh Castle to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 13 Sep 2025
  • £25
Alnwick, Northumberland, UK

Mighty Hikes | Northumberland Coast | 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 Bamburgh Castle to support people living with cancer.

  • 26.03 miles hiking + 302.97 m ascent
A trekking challenge with tranquil forests, historic castles, quaint fishing villages and beautiful beaches to support brainstrust, the brain cancer charity.
  • Sat 13 Sep 2025
  • £20
Newburgh, Fife, UK

Follow the Seagulls | Scotland | One Day Challenge

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

  • 26 miles walking
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 2025
  • £30
Newburgh, Fife, UK

Follow the Seagulls | Scotland | Two Day Challenge

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

  • 50 miles walking
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 Sep 2025
  • £20
Whitby, North Yorkshire, UK

Follow the Seagulls | Yorkshire | One Day Challenge

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

  • 26 miles walking
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 2025
  • £30
Whitby, North Yorkshire, UK

Follow the Seagulls | Yorkshire | Two Day Challenge

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

  • 50 miles walking
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 2025
  • £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 2025
  • £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
Escape the city. Explore the trails. Run or walk a stunning trail marathon that starts from Bristol and heads into the stunning Cotswolds before finishing in the UNESCO World Heritage City of Bath.
  • Sat 27 Sep 2025
  • £55
Bristol, Somerset, UK

Trail Escape | Bristol-to-Bath | Marathon

Escape the city. Explore the trails. Run or walk a stunning trail marathon that starts from Bristol and heads into the stunning Cotswolds before finishing in the UNESCO World Heritage City of Bath.

  • 26.2 miles trail running
Escape the city. Explore the trails. Run or walk a stunning trail route that starts from Bristol and finishes in the centre of Bath alongside the marathon at the Bandstand in Royal Victoria Park.
  • Sat 27 Sep 2025
  • £40
Bristol, Gloucestershire, UK

Trail Escape | Bristol-to-Bath | 25km

Escape the city. Explore the trails. Run or walk a stunning trail route that starts from Bristol and finishes in the centre of Bath alongside the marathon at the Bandstand in Royal Victoria Park.

  • 25 km trail running
Celebrating the unique valleys of the Lake District which are part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site status, by linking them together with spectacular trail and ultra routes for you to enjoy!
  • Sat 27 Sep 2025
  • £45-£65
Keswick, Cumbria, UK

2 Valleys Trail

Celebrating the unique valleys of the Lake District which are part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site status, by linking them together with spectacular trail and ultra routes for you to enjoy!

  • 22.4 km trail running + 477 m ascent
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 2025
  • £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
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