Bike, hike and paddle from dawn to dusk
These triathlon-style events pit teams against each other in a race against the setting sun, competing to bike, hike and paddle around some of the UK's most beautiful locations. The series is perfect for pairs, couples and groups of friends, family and colleagues who want an exhilarating day whilst also raising money to help sick and vulnerable babies and children.
- Choose your race - seven events throughout the year
- Register your team - race as a team of 2 or 4
- Join the fight - help fund groundbreaking medical research to save and change children’s lives
GET 50% OFF (automatically applied)
Choose your Race the Sun
With challenges in Wales, the Lake District and the Jurassic Coast in Dorset there is something for everyone!
- Sat 6 Sep
- £49.50-£99
Race the Sun | Lake District Keswick
An incredible dawn-to-dusk triple challenge through the Lake District for teams of 2 or 4 to road bike, hike and paddle in a race against the setting sun.
- 40 miles road cycling
- 11 miles hiking
- 2 miles kayaking
- Sat 13 Sep
- £49.50-£99
Race the Sun | Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon)
An incredible dawn-to-dusk triple challenge through Snowdonia for teams of 2 or 4 to bike, hike and paddle in a race against the setting sun.
- 30 miles road cycling + 1883 ft ascent
- 9 miles hiking
- 2 miles kayaking
- Sat 27 Sep
- £49.50-£99
Race the Sun | Jurassic Coast
New for 2025! An incredible dawn-to-dusk triple challenge for teams of 2 or 4 to bike, hike, paddle and experience the beautiful Jurassic Coast in a race against the setting sun.
- 34 miles road cycling
- 8 miles hiking
- 2 miles kayaking
- Sat 17 May
- £49.50-£99
- Entries closed
Race the Sun | Lake District Coniston Off-Road
An incredible dawn-to-dusk triple challenge off-road through the Lake District for teams of 2 or 4 to bike, hike and paddle in a race against the setting sun.
Exclusive 50% off automatically applied
- 23 miles mountain biking
- 2.5 miles hiking + 803 m ascent
- 2 miles kayaking
- Sat 14 Jun
- £49.50-£99
- Entries closed
Race the Sun | Jurassic Coast Off-Road
An incredible dawn-to-dusk triple challenge for teams of 2 or 4 to bike, hike, paddle and experience the beautiful Jurassic Coast in a race against the setting sun.
Exclusive 50% off automatically applied
- 28 miles mountain biking
- 9 miles hiking
- 2 miles kayaking
- Sat 21 Jun
- £49.50-£99
- Entries closed
Race the Sun | Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons)
An incredible dawn-to-dusk triple challenge through rugged countryside for teams of 2 or 4 to bike, hike and paddle in a race against the setting sun.
Exclusive 50% off automatically applied
- 36 miles road cycling
- 9.6 miles hiking
- 2 miles kayaking
- Sat 12 Jul
- £49.50-£99
- Entries closed
Race The Sun | Cheddar Gorge
New for 2025! An incredible dawn-to-dusk triple challenge for teams of 2 or 4 to bike, hike, paddle and experience the spectacular Cheddar Gorge in a race against the setting sun.
- 25 miles road cycling
- 9 miles hiking
- 2 miles kayaking
Race the Sun 2025 teams
People taking part in Race the Sun 2025.
Liam B.
James W.
Harry D.
Jo B.
Eddy A.
Suze K.
"Racing The Sun...Chasing The Li-Cure"
Paul B.
Tom S.
Chris L.
Marisa U.
Paul B.
Noel H.
Eleanor B.
Mummy of two starting out on my get fit, get strong journey. Starting from the bottom to get exercising, get outside and improve not only my physical fitness but my mental wellbeing too!
Scott Laurence A.
Lucy P.
Laura B.
Elizabeth L.
Mitch Thor E.
Unleash the beast. I phys for my sanity. Mental health and physical well being
Terry W.
Jack M.
Active - Outdoors - Team Player
Cj P.
Isabel L.
Jack R.
Charlie S.
Lorna L.
Harriet G.
Katarina H.
Emily B.
Kimberley H.
David H.
Liam S.
Samantha B.
Dan W.
Alison D.
Lynne M.
Michael L.