Looking for a way to make a difference and have some fun in 2024? Why not take part in a charity challenge or event! Whether you're a runner, hiker, cyclist, walker, swimmer, jumper or abseiler, there are plenty of ways to get involved and support a cause close to your heart. Read more
By taking part, you can raise funds and awareness for your chosen charity while pushing yourself physically and mentally. Not only will you be making a huge difference to the lives of others, but you'll also have an unforgettable experience, create lasting memories and make new friendships.
We've got every type of charity challenge imaginable for every kind of good cause - from small local events like GOSH's RBC Race for the Kids to the biggest charity events in the UK like Macmillan's Mighty Hikes, Cancer Research UK's Big Hikes, London Marathon and Great North Run; from family-friendly charity walks like The Superhero Mile to adventurous multi-activity challenges like Action Medical Research's Race the Sun Series and trekking to the summit of the highest mountain in Africa on Muscular Dystrophy's Trek Kilimanjaro 2024.
So whatever your preferred activity, lace up your shoes, grab your gear and get ready to challenge yourself for a great cause!
Use the quick links below or continue scrolling to discover a wide range of charity challenges and events.
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Get your body moving, help your mind and receive your medal in this virtual challenge! Be more active to improve your well-being and help others with theirs too.
Skydive for Mind at an airfield near you, on a weekend of your choice, to help make sure no one faces a mental health problem alone.
Be among the first to experience one of these exciting new additions to the fundraising calendar.
Jump to it and take part in a festive challenge - a Santa Skydive! Join the team on Sunday 8 December 2024 and raise money for seriously ill children at Great Ormond Street Hospital.
Ready to make memories with a physical challenge in the natural beauty of the Lake District? Start springtime on a high with bikes, boats, boots and BBQ!
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.
Earn bragging rights for life with these epic personal challenges!
Experience the renowned atmosphere of the TCS London Marathon, the most popular marathon in the world, with its grand finale on The Mall itself!
Take part in the world's biggest half marathon and experience the buzz, unrivalled support and cheerful crowds of this historic event. Charity places now available for 2025!
Considered Britain's toughest outdoor challenge - take on the highest mountains of Scotland, England and Wales on an incredible, professional hike with Mountain Guides and a super-high success rate.
Europe's oldest charity bike ride is back and you can be part of it! Ride from capital to coast covering 54 miles through rolling countryside to a Brighton Beach. Charity places available for 2025.
10th Anniversary edition! Grab a team mate and head to the Lake District to pedal, paddle, peak and party on this full-day, multi-activity challenge.
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Trek one of the most iconic mountain trails in the world in the heart of the Nepal Himalaya with its spectacular gorges, suspension bridges, majestic peaks and magical landscapes.
Face up to majestic Mount Kilimanjaro on this once-in-a-lifetime adventure, trekking from the savannah heat to the frozen summit at 5,895m above sea level, the highest point in Africa.
The 14 Peaks is a famous 24-hour challenge that only the toughest and bravest (or craziest?!) undertake! Savour the hiking adventure by tackling it over 3 days with expert guides to lead the way.
Join a charity team! Use the quick links below to browse challenges supporting a cause or choose a charity below.
Every two minutes, someone is diagnosed with cancer in the UK. By signing up to one of these challenges and fundraising for a cancer charity, you can help to change that.
Rise to the challenge for The Christie! Sprint, jog or walk your way up Manchester’s iconic Beetham Tower and help ensure cancer patients receive the best treatment and care at The Christie.
Silly outfits, serious impact. The Ovarian Cancer Walk/Run is back, with a twist!
On 29th March, as the sun sets, walk together and shine a light on blood cancer. Sign up today to walk 2.5km or 5km with your family and friends in Cannon Hill Park.
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!
A non-competitive triathlon where £10 of your entry fee goes to Cancer Research UK and every finisher gets an official medal. Guaranteed fun for all abilities and complete beginners very welcome!
Children's charities can differ in their exact mission but are united in their determination to improve the lives of children around the UK and the world. Find a charity challenge to support their work.
Join Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity for a family festival and fun run. Walk, jog, wheel or scoot 2K or 5K and join the race to help beat childhood cancer.
Jump to it and take part in a festive challenge - a Santa Skydive! Join the team on Sunday 8 December 2024 and raise money for seriously ill children at Great Ormond Street Hospital.
Ready to make memories with a physical challenge in the natural beauty of the Lake District? Start springtime on a high with bikes, boats, boots and BBQ!
An early season ride in the heart of Berkshire featuring some of the very best of the North Wessex Downs AONB with three road routes offering something to suit all abilities.
King of the castle, or dirty rascal? Expect some tough climbs after departing the imposing Tonbridge Castle with 800 other riders and experience some amazing views across the Kent countryside.
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.
One of the biggest charity sportives in the East, where experienced riders cover a fast and furious sportive or newer riders tackle their first long-distance on flat and forgiving terrain.
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.
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.
The spectacularly beautiful but equally tough northernmost event of the RIDE series featuring one of the most unrelenting climbs in Nidderdale - Trapping Hill. Yorkshire doesn't really do flat.
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.
Join Action for this iconic, once-in-a-lifetime charity cycle challenge which sees you celebrating under the Eiffel Tower AND soaking up the atmosphere of the final stage of the 2025 Tour de France!
Close your cycling season on a stunning ride through the Essex countryside, quiet villages and farmland where the undulations will have you in and out of the saddle.
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.
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.
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.
Show your support for the physical and mental needs of the Armed Forces Community with one of these charity challenges.
Take on a physical endurance race from the home of the British Army to the iconic finish line at HMS Warrior to honour the servicemen and women who have sacrificed so much for our nation.
Come and get involved with the Essex Remembrance Run, in support of The Felix Fund, to help honour our fallen heroes and support a fantastic military charity.
This popular early season sportive offers a mixture of open, flowing, flat roads combined with a couple of testing climbs in the Blackdown Hills - an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
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.
A team of 5. A half marathon every day for 4 days. You have just Run2Paris! This is your next great running adventure where you'll camp under the stars on a road trip like no other.
Be a part of a truly meaningful experience this Poppy Appeal. Walk through Sefton Park to honour our heroes by participating in a 3km journey, creating a touching poppy tribute.
Be a part of a truly meaningful experience this Poppy Appeal. Walk through Crystal Palace Park to honour our heroes by participating in a 3km journey, creating a touching poppy tribute.
Be a part of a truly meaningful experience this Poppy Appeal. Walk through Southampton Common to honour our heroes by participating in a 3km journey, creating a touching poppy tribute.
Be a part of a truly meaningful experience this Poppy Appeal. Walk through Plymouth to honour our heroes by participating in a 3km journey, creating a touching poppy tribute.
Pedal through the Liberation of the Netherlands: A historic tour to freedom, filled with commemoration and camaraderie, to help support the Armed Forces Community.
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.
Get the Pro-rider experience on this Remembrance ride with rolling road closures, ride captains and motorcycle outriders with various speed groups, to help support the Armed Forces Community.