Events and challenges

Find a charity event, challenge or fundraising event near you so you can help us support families with a seriously ill child.

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Featured Events

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    Adventure Triple Challenge 2026

    • 9 May 2026
    • Ullswater, The Lake District

    A Lake District triple team challenge of cycling, canoeing and trekking set against the stunning backdrop of the Lake District's natural beauty.

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    Ultra Challenge Events 2026

    • Different events throughout the year
    • Throughout the country

    Looking for a challenge – to test yourself, to get in shape, or bond with friends on a weekend adventure? If so, an Ultra Challenge is for you – and you don’t need to be a budding elite athlete – they’re for everyone, take it on at your pace!

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All events and challenges

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    Rainbow Games 2026

    • 29 April 2026, 1:30pm to 5pm
    • Millennium Arena, Battersea Park
    Join the Rainbow Games at Battersea Park – a vibrant sports day for corporate teams. Build morale, compete for gold, and support Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity.
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    Isle of Wight Ultra Challenge

    • 2-3 May 2026
    • Isle of Wight
    A challenge event you can take on at your pace. Join us for the Isle of Wight Challenge and take on the island’s coastal path. 2,000 adventurers of all experience levels will walk, jog or run.
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    Great Birmingham Run

    • 3 May 2026
    • Birmingham
    Hit the streets of the Second City, fuel your cause with every step, and make your miles count for charity at the Great Birmingham Run.
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    Adventure Triple Challenge 2026

    • 9 May 2026
    • Ullswater, The Lake District
    A Lake District triple team challenge of cycling, canoeing and trekking set against the stunning backdrop of the Lake District's natural beauty.
    Read more
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    Great Bristol Run

    • 10 May 2026
    • Bristol
    Run iconic city streets, feel the roar of the crowd, and make every mile matter at the Great Bristol Run.
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    Jurassic Coast Ultra Challenge

    • 16-17 May 2026
    • South Coast
    A challenge event you can take on at your pace. The Jurassic Coast Challenge invites you to walk, jog or run a distance of your choice.
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    London 2 Brighton Ultra Challenge

    • 23-24 May 2026
    • London/Brighton
    A challenge event you can take on at your pace. The London 2 Brighton Challenge invites you to walk, jog or run a distance of your choice, along a signed route.
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    Great Manchester Run

    • 31 May 2026
    • Manchester
    The AJ Bell Great Manchester Run is the city’s original and best-loved running event with a 10K or a half marathon distance to choose from.
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    Lake District Ultra Challenge

    • 6-7 June 2026
    • Lake District
    A challenge event you can take on at your pace. The Lake District Challenge invites you to walk, jog or run a distance of your choice, along a signed route.
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