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30% off with discount code
09:50
Age 14 & over
Sign up £20
Fundraise £250
Set yourself an exciting new challenge and hike along the iconic Thames Path!
Mighty Hikes are an award-winning series of marathon and half marathon hikes, taking place in some of the most beautiful and unspoiled parts of the UK. If you’re looking for a fun way to get fit, a memorable day out with friends and family, and a chance to celebrate or remember a loved one, then Mighty Hikes are for you.
And it doesn’t matter if you’re lacing up your boots for the first or fiftieth time – you'll be supported every step of the way!
The Thames Path Mighty Hike is one of our flatter routes and perfect for all abilities! Starting in the historical market town of Windsor, you’ll walk along excellent riverside trails, towards the pretty town of Cookham.
With trek masters, signposted routes, medics, and toilets all along the route, you’ll feel supported every step of the way.
Regular pit stops with snacks and refreshments, a fresh buffet lunch and a hot meal waiting for you when you finish.
At the finish line you’ll be greeted with cheers, fizz and of course your Mighty medal.
You'll be able to treasure your Mighty Hike memories forever, as all your professional photos are free to download.
Once you sign up, you’ll have access to expert training advice and fundraising tips to smash your £250 target.
This event is part of Mighty Hikes | Thames Path.
Get 30% off with our exclusive Time Outdoors discount code!
Save 50% when you register a team of 5+ people!
It's easy to create a team...
Follow the steps to become a Team Captain when you register. Make sure you have a list of names and email addresses of your fellow team members. Once you have signed up, an email invite will be sent to your team members with a bespoke link for them to fill out their own registration form and join your team.
As Team Captain you will have the option to pay their registration fee, otherwise your team members can pay when they get their invite.
Every time a member of the team completes their registration, you’ll be sent a confirmation email. That way you can monitor who has or has not joined your team.
Royal Windsor Racecourse
Maidenhead Road
Windsor
Berkshire
SL4 5JJ
UK
There's free parking for all hikers at the start line at Windsor Racecourse, SL4 5JJ which can be booked when you register.
Free shuttle buses will run from both finish lines back to the car park in the afternoon.
You will need to be prepared for all weather and bring all the essentials needed for the hike. A full kit list is readily available.
Your family and friends can meet you at the finish event village to cheer you across the finish line. However, they will not be able to accompany or meet you at any of the pit stops.
Unfortunately, no dogs can take part in a Mighty Hike with the exception of assistance dogs. This includes at any of the start and finish venues.
The half marathon option takes in glorious riverside walking, through wooded trails and spectacular riverside paths.
Macmillan is needed now more than ever. With every mile you walk and pound you raise, they can be there to provide vital services for people who need it most.
There are 3 million people living with cancer in the UK today who urgently need support from Macmillan.
You’ll be joining an incredible community of Mighty Hikers across the UK, coming together to make a difference.
By raising £250, you’ll be helping Macmillan provide vital cancer services, research and campaign to achieve better cancer care, and support the cancer workforce.
In 2023, Mighty Hikers raised an incredible £11.5 million by smashing their £250 fundraising pledge.
There are so many fun and easy ways to reach your £250 pledge, from fundraising games to sponsorship forms, we have got you covered. It's time to kick-start your fundraising for Macmillan!
There is a £250 fundraising pledge per hiker however a team may have a joint fundraising target and joint fundraising page. This means the overall goal is shared.
eg. a team of 4 will have a target of £1000.
14-17 year olds must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Save 50% when you register a team of 5+ people!
Entry fee
£20.00
Minimum sponsorship
£250.00
Another fantastic Mighty Hike, loved it from start to finish. Kate, Thames Path 2024
Thank you, Macmillan, for how well you organised this event. This was my first time and won’t be my last one, still can’t believe I did 26 miles. Saira, hiker of the Thames Path, 2023
The food was amazing, the toilets all clean, the cups of tea were amazing!! Deanna, Norfolk Coast 2024
I hiked this marathon in memory of my late partner. It was, and will be one of the best things I’ve ever done. Phillipa, Mighty Hiker 2023
08:10
Age 14 & over
Sign up £25
Fundraise £250