Charity challenges in 2025
Looking for a way to make a difference and have some fun in 2025? Why not take part in a charity challenge! 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.
Discover your next charity challenge
Use the quick links below or continue scrolling to discover a wide range of charity challenges.
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- Wed 1 Jan - Wed 31 Dec
- FREE
Move It for Mental Health
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.
- 4 weeks road running
- 1 day from £70
Open Skydive | Mind
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.
- 10000 ft skydiving
Brand new charity challenges
Be among the first to experience one of these exciting new additions to the fundraising calendar.
- Fri 6 Jun
- FREE
The Childhood Day Mile
Move a mile on Childhood Day - the NSPCC's national day of action to help keep children safe. How you move is up to you! Get the family involved, grab a friend, or get your workplace together.
- 1 mile walking
- Fri 19 - Sun 21 Sep
- £65-£300
Trailwalker
Are you Trailwalker strong? As a team of four, trek 100km non-stop across the South Downs in under 30 hours.
- 100 km trekking
Classic charity challenges
Earn bragging rights for life with these epic personal challenges!
- Sun 26 Apr 2026
- £50-£150
TCS London Marathon
Experience the renowned atmosphere of the TCS London Marathon, the most popular marathon on the planet, with its grand finale on The Mall itself!
- 26.2 miles road running + 266 ft ascent
- Sun 7 Sep
- £65
Great North Run
The Great North Run is the world's biggest and best half marathon, attracting 60,000 runners each year to its iconic 13.1 mile route, jam-packed with entertainment, music and finish line party!
- 13.1 miles road running + 404 ft ascent
- 2 nights from £590
National Three Peaks Challenge
Considered Britain's toughest outdoor challenge - conquer the highest mountains of Scotland, England and Wales on this professional hike with Mountain Guides, top safety record and high success rate.
- 2 days hiking
- Sat 5 Jul
- £48.75
Pedal Paddle Peak | Lake District
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.
- 34 km road cycling
- 3 km canoeing
- 17 km hiking
- 8 nights from £2,450
Mount Kilimanjaro Trek | 7 Day Machame Route
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.
- 7 days trekking
- 4 nights from £785
14 Peaks Experience | Welsh 3000s Challenge
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.
- 3 days hiking
Support a charity cause
Join a charity team! Use the quick links below to browse challenges supporting a cause or choose a charity below.
Cancer charities
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.
- 1 day from £70
Skydive for Cancer Prevention
Take on a tandem skydive on 4 May 2025 and raise money to prevent cancer and save lives. Feel the adrenaline of flying through the clouds from over 10,000ft at an airfield near you!
- 10000 ft skydiving
- Sat 26 Apr
- £25
Pink Ribbon Walk | Hampton Court Palace and the Thames
Join in at the historic Hampton Court Palace in London. Experience the magic of London as you stroll along the Thames, beginning and ending your journey in the Palace's stunning gardens.
- Charity walk
- Sat 26 - Sun 27 Apr
- £20-£30
Follow the Seagulls | Devon
A trekking challenge with lighthouses, tranquil estuaries, rugged cliffs, beaches, coastal views and the South West Coastal Path to support brainstrust, the brain cancer charity.
- Charity walk 2
- Sun 27 Apr
- £35-£50
Cambridge Cancer Help Cycle
Experience beautiful countryside and idyllic villages this springtime on a fully signposted route with mechanical support and a finishers bag of goodies at the finish line!
- Charity bike ride 2
- Sat 10 May
- £25
Pink Ribbon Walk | Blenheim Palace and the Cotswolds
Discover the magic of this World Heritage Site and explore England’s largest area of outstanding natural beauty in the Cotswolds countryside on this charming walking adventure.
- Charity walk 2
- Sat 10 May
- £45
Women V Cancer | Ride the Night
Join hundreds of women for a night of remembrance and celebration and ride past iconic city landmarks then cross the finish line to receive your well-deserved finisher's medal!
- Charity bike ride 2
- Sat 17 - Sun 18 May
- £20-£30
Follow the Seagulls | Isle of Wight
A trekking challenge along the Isle of Wight Coastal Path with sea views, glades, tall ridges and wild walking in support of the brain cancer charity, brainstrust. You are in for a treat!
- Charity walk 2
- Sat 31 May
- £25
Pink Ribbon Walk Scotland | Crieff Hydro
Get ready to explore one of Scotland's oldest and most iconic resorts, nestled in the heart of Perthshire, experiencing breathtaking countryside, with rolling hills, lush woodlands and scenic trails.
- Charity walk 2
- Sat 31 May
- £45-£120
- Entries closed
Defeat the Peak | Scafell Pike by Day Challenge
Make a mountain of difference to people living with cancer. Beginning in the beautiful Greater Langdale valley in the Lake District, you will hike to the top of England's highest mountain - Scafell.
- 12 hrs hiking + 1500 m ascent
- 1 day from £70
Skydive in June
Join Team Target this June and experience the thrill of a lifetime by taking on a skydive for Target Ovarian Cancer!
- 10000 ft skydiving
- Sat 7 Jun
- £45-£120
Defeat the Peak | Ben Nevis by Day Challenge
Make a mountain of difference to people living with cancer. Beginning in the beautiful Glen Nevis in the Scottish Highlands, this spectacular challenge will see you reach the top for beautiful views!
- 8 hrs hiking + 4413 ft ascent
- Sat 21 Jun
- £25
Pink Ribbon Walk | Chatsworth House and the Peak District
Experience the Peak District's beauty as you travel along this breathtaking route. Enjoy magnificent landscapes, fresh air, and connect with nature while you explore on foot.
- Charity walk 2
- Sat 6 - Sun 7 Sep
- £45-£169
Defeat the Peak | Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) at Night Challenge
Make a mountain of difference to people living with cancer. Beginning in the heart of Snowdonia this spectacular challenge will see you trekking to the top of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon), at night!
- 21 km hiking + 975 m ascent
- Sun 13 Jul
- £29.60
The Christie Manchester to Blackpool Bike Ride
Join #TeamChristie and hop on your bike to tackle the 60-mile route from Media City at Salford Quays to finish beneath the iconic Glitterball on Blackpool’s South Promenade.
- 60 miles road cycling + 1800 ft ascent
- Sat 13 Sep
- £45-£165
Defeat the Peak | Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) by Day Challenge
Make a mountain of difference to people living with cancer. Beginning in the heart of Snowdonia, this challenge will see you trekking to the top of Snowdon!
- 15 km hiking + 1000 m ascent
- Sat 13 - Sun 14 Sep
- £20-£30
Follow the Seagulls | Scotland
A trekking challenge with tranquil forests, historic castles, quaint fishing villages and beautiful beaches to support brainstrust, the brain cancer charity.
- Charity walk 2
- Sat 13 - Sun 14 Sep
- £20-£30
Follow the Seagulls | Yorkshire
A trekking challenge taking in moorland, ancient monuments, waterfalls, stunning coastal views and smuggler's coves in support of the brain cancer charity, brainstrust.
- Charity walk 2
- Sun 19 Oct
- FREE-£15
The Ovar-Dressed Walk/Run | London
Silly outfits, serious impact. The Ovarian Cancer Walk/Run is back, with a twist!
- Charity walk 2
Children's charities
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.
- Sat 3 May
- £15-£30
Yorkshire Three Peaks
Three peaks. 25 miles. 12 hours. A memorable Bank Holiday weekend! Tackle one of the UK’s most popular challenge hikes for charity and raise vital funds towards the next type 1 diabetes breakthrough.
- 25 miles hiking
- Fri 16 - Sun 18 May
- £350
Incredible Hike
The ultimate coast path challenge! Walk 60 miles of the South West Coast Path over 3 days and take in the breathtaking sights and soak up the camaraderie for Children’s Hospice South West.
- 60 miles hiking
- Fri 6 Jun
- FREE
The Childhood Day Mile
Move a mile on Childhood Day - the NSPCC's national day of action to help keep children safe. How you move is up to you! Get the family involved, grab a friend, or get your workplace together.
- 1 mile walking
- Sat 12 - Sun 13 Jul
- £65
- 20% off
Yr Wyddfa Snowdon Summit at Sunrise
Trek by torchlight through the night and reach the summit of Yr Wyddfa Snowdon by dawn. With the moon as your backdrop, climb the highest mountain in England and Wales through the night.
20% off until 30 April
- 9 miles hiking + 1085 m ascent
- Sun 11 May
- £36.50-£58.50
RIDE Castle
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.
- Short sportive
- Medium sportive
- Long sportive 2
- Sun 18 May
- £36.50-£48.50
RIDE Suffolk Sunrise
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.
- Sportive 3
- Sun 29 Jun
- £36.50-£48.50
RIDE The Dales
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.
- Short sportive
- Medium sportive
- Long sportive
- Wed 23 - Sun 27 Jul
- £50-£1,750
RIDE London to Paris | Tour de France Edition
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!
- 440 km road cycling
- Sun 31 Aug
- £36.50-£48.50
RIDE Essex
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.
- Long sportive
- Medium sportive
- Short sportive
- 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
- 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 6 Sep
- £48.75
- 50% off
Pedal Paddle Peak | Yr Wyddfa Snowdon
Grab a team mate and head to Snowdonia National Park to pedal, paddle, peak and party on this full-day, multi-activity challenge.
50% off with code
- 24 miles road cycling
- 5.5 hrs hiking
- 2.5 miles kayaking
Armed Forces charities
Show your support for the physical and mental needs of the Armed Forces Community with one of these charity challenges.
- Fri 2 - Tue 6 May
- £300-£2,250
Netherlands Liberation Trail
Pedal through the Liberation of the Netherlands: A historic tour to freedom, filled with commemoration and camaraderie, to help support the Armed Forces Community.
- 338 km road cycling
- Sun 18 May
- £25
Poppy Hike
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.
- Charity walk 3
- Thu 4 - Mon 8 Sep
- £199-£2,069
Pedal to Paris
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.
- 460 km road cycling
- Sat 9 Nov 2024
- £13-£36
ATW Remembrance Runs
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.
- Fun run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sun 27 Apr
- £44
Taunton Flyer
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.
- Short sportive
- Medium sportive
- Long sportive
- Wed 30 Apr - Sun 4 May
- £25-£150
- Entries closed
The Forces March
Epic UK endurance challenge: The Forces March is a recreation of a 138-mile WW2 training march over five days from Ilfracombe to Bulford in aid of The Veterans Charity. One-day options also.
- 5 days trekking
- Thu 22 - Sun 25 May
- £250-£1,200
Run2Paris
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.
- 4 days multi terrain running
- Sat 8 Nov
- £45-£175
Race to Remember
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.
- Ultra run
- Charity run