Fundraising Event Challenges

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NEW SMART EVENT HUB

Search through the hundreds of events we have access to UK-wide and beyond. Find the perfect event for you, by searching by distance, postcode, region, or date

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Inflatable 5K - Bakewell - | Saturday, 12th September, 2026 - ONLY £10!

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Get ready to bounce your way through The World's BIGGEST and most EPIC Inflatable Obstacle Course! The Inflatable 5k Obstacle Course is coming to Bakewell and it's going to be Epic! 

The obstacles are BIGGER, BOUNCIER and BETTER than ever before! You'll be jumping, sliding and laughing all the way to the finish line. Grab your friends, family or tackle it on your own. Lace up your trainers and get ready for the ultimate day out! Children 5-15 are welcome with an accompanying adult, but must pay for a place and raise the sponsorship target.

ONLY £10 TO ENTER (full cost £37)

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The Peak District Challenge - Copper or Bronze Challenge - 25-50K - Saturday, 19th September, 2026

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The Copper 25k Challenge - An achievable challenge, following a circular route from Hathersage to Baslow along riverside paths and back via a hillier crossing of Curbar and Froggatt edges. With some of the best views in the Peak, this challenge is for walkers or runners.

The Bronze 50k Challenge - Taking in the valleys of the dark peak, and the scenic trails of the white peak, this Challenge has a total ascent of 1200m and at its highest point reaches 464m. Our 12-hour target is generous for runners, but shouldn't be underestimated. 

Only £10 To Enter (full cost £70) 

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Manchester Half Marathon - 4th October 2026

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This popular half-marathon sees runners take on generous, closed roads across the towns of Old Trafford, Stretford & Brooklands, with the promise of great support and an abundance of entertainment en route. The Manchester Half Marathon hosts a very flat course, perfect for smashing personal bests, but also the ideal route for those new to half marathons and charity runners. There is a lovely 2-mile flat finish that brings you to the conclusion of the event at Emirates Old Trafford, Lancashire County Cricket Club. 

ONLY £10 TO ENTER - (full cost £130)

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Run Alton Towers Half - 15th November 2026

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Come and join us at the UK’s biggest Theme Park, Alton Towers, for the Half Marathon event around the park. Starting and finishing within Alton Towers Theme Park, this is an event for the entire family. Open to all abilities, you can take on a chip-timed Half Marathon to earn yourself a unique themed medal before enjoying the incredible rides at the park. (5K also available)

Only £10 To Enter & *FREE ride access after the race is included in your entry!

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Barcelona, Spain | Sunday, 14th March, 2027 - one of the most popular in Europe

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The Barcelona Marathon is one of the most popular in Europe. The course takes you through the centre of the city and includes main landmarks such as the Camp Nou (the home of Barcelona FC), Sagrada Familia, the Parc de Cuitdadella and finishing a short distance from La Rambla. With very few hills or inclines, the course is very flat and fast, and suits first-time runners, or those going for a PB!

ONLY £50 TO ENTER (full cost £190)

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Wizz Air Milano Marathon - 4th April 2027

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The Wizz Air Milano Marathon returns on April 4, 2027 with an event that’s even richer, more inclusive, and more engaging: a true running festival that welcomes over 40,000 participants every year, including marathoners, relay teams, families, and running enthusiasts. At the heart of it all is Italy’s fastest marathon: 42.195 km through the vibrant heart of Milan, along a course that touches the city’s most iconic landmarks. 

The entire city becomes an open-air celebration, with cheering zones, DJ sets, and the energy of the crowd supporting you every step of the way. Whether you’re aiming to improve your pace, run your first marathon, or simply live an unforgettable experience, the Wizz Air Milano Marathon is the perfect place to do it. 

ONLY £35 TO ENTER (full cost £135)

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London Landmarks Half Marathon | Sunday, 4th April, 2027 - WAITING LIST

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The London Landmarks Half Marathon is a closed-road, central London run and is the only half marathon to go through both the City of London and City of Westminster. The event is not your average half-marathon! From cultural landmarks and heritage to the city's quirky and hidden secrets, runners get to explore the capital on a route like no other! 

The event starts on Pall Mall, finishes by Downing Street and has fabulous views of London’s most iconic landmarks, including Big Ben, St Paul’s Cathedral, Nelson’s Column, the Gherkin, the Shard, the Tower of London and the London Eye. 

Only £50 To Enter (Full Cost £167.50)

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Manchester Marathon | Sunday, 18th April, 2027

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The adidas Manchester Marathon, the UK's second largest marathon and one of Europe's largest, is an iconic event drawing participants from all over the world to the vibrant streets of Greater Manchester. 

They pride ourselves in welcoming all to take on the 26.2 mile challenge, from some superb elite runners, to those who thought completing a marathon would never be possible. Many regular runners find this the ideal event to get a personal best time, whilst everybody finds the incredible Mancunian support throughout the course unforgettable. 

Only £55 To Enter (Full Costs £205)

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Edinburgh Marathon - 30th May 2027

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Come and be part of Scotland's BIGGEST running festival! This ever-growing festival of running is now a major event in the Scottish sporting calendar. Starting in Edinburgh, the course heads out through East Lothian offering stunning views and an unforgettable running experience. 

The marathon route is one of the fastest in the UK, making that elusive personal best a distinct possibility! Edinburgh Marathon joined the world's elite road races in 2012 by becoming the first marathon in Scotland to be officially recognised by the IAAF, the athletics governing body. The IAAF bronze label puts the race among the top 75 in the world, making it a pivotal part of the sporting calendar for runners.

ONLY £95 TO ENTER (full cost £255)

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