Walking events calendar

Walking events calendar

Explore your local area or discover somewhere new on foot on an organised walk.

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Walks in the UK

From the islands of Scotland to the rolling South Downs, there are some incredible places in the UK to explore on foot. So whether you’re a sponsored walker, rambler, hill walker or festival goer you'll find your next event here. Select your location for walks in your area, choose your terrain below or scroll down for the UK's biggest events.

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Walking events in 2025/2026

Featured events are listed below - select a month/region or the map view to see all events.

Big Hike Experience
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Big Hike Experience

Trek a scenic 10K, half or full marathon with Cancer Research UK supporters.

Big Hike 2026 series
Trek the UK coast
New 2026 dates

Trek the UK coast

50 miles. 2 days. On foot.

Follow the Seagulls series
30% off Mighty Hikes
Do something Mighty

30% off Mighty Hikes

Camaraderie, challenge, and breathtaking moments every step of the way.

Mighty Hikes 2026 series
Challenge yourself to walk (or run) 200km throughout Lent to help fight global poverty. Walk when and where you choose, alone or with friends, and receive goodies!
  • Wed 18 Feb - Thu 2 Apr 2026
  • FREE
Anywhere

The Big Lent Walk

Challenge yourself to walk (or run) 200km throughout Lent to help fight global poverty. Walk when and where you choose, alone or with friends, and receive goodies!

  • 40 days walking
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.
  • Sat 28 Mar 2026
  • £5-£15
Birmingham, West Midlands, UK

Walk of Light Birmingham

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.

  • Charity walk 2
The Samaritans Way Trail Run is a celebration of the life-changing work of the Teesside Samaritans, so come and take on the trails and get your shoes muddy in solidarity for this great cause.
  • Sat 4 Apr 2026
  • £23-£38
Guisborough, North Yorkshire, UK

Samaritans Way Trail Run & Walk

The Samaritans Way Trail Run is a celebration of the life-changing work of the Teesside Samaritans, so come and take on the trails and get your shoes muddy in solidarity for this great cause.

  • Trail run 2
  • Marathon
  • Ultra run
  • Short walk 3
  • 10K run
The famous trekking challenge is back again! Lighthouses, tranquil estuaries, rugged cliffs, beaches, coastal views and the South West Coastal Path to support brainstrust, the brain cancer charity.
  • Sat 25 - Sun 26 Apr 2026
  • £20-£30
Dartmouth, Devon, UK

Follow the Seagulls | Devon

The famous trekking challenge is back again! Lighthouses, tranquil estuaries, rugged cliffs, beaches, coastal views and the South West Coastal Path to support brainstrust, the brain cancer charity.

  • Charity walk 2
Starting in Cromer, this scenic coastal hike follows beautiful beaches and picturesque villages along the coast, combining breathtaking views with the chance to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 9 - Sun 10 May 2026
  • £20-£25
  • 30% off
Cromer, Norfolk, UK

Mighty Hikes | Norfolk Coast

Starting in Cromer, this scenic coastal hike follows beautiful beaches and picturesque villages along the coast, combining breathtaking views with the chance to support people living with cancer.

30% off with discount code

  • Hike 2
The finish line is unique to you: 24 hours after the mass start, the race shall stop and the Solo Runners and Teams furthest South on the National Trail, shall be declared winners.
  • Sat 9 - Sun 10 May 2026
  • £95.50-£155.50
Prestatyn, Clwyd, UK

24 Hours South | The Offa's Dyke Ultra

The finish line is unique to you: 24 hours after the mass start, the race shall stop and the Solo Runners and Teams furthest South on the National Trail, shall be declared winners.

  • 24 hrs trail running + 8561 ft ascent
The UK's top outdoor sports festival! Incredible entertainment, sports events, speakers, live music, activities, brand expo, bars, food, drink and much more.
  • Fri 15 - Sun 17 May 2026
  • £30
  • Early bird
Keswick, Cumbria, UK

Keswick Mountain Festival

The UK's top outdoor sports festival! Incredible entertainment, sports events, speakers, live music, activities, brand expo, bars, food, drink and much more.

Early bird on now

  • 5K run 2
  • 10K run
  • Half marathon
  • 50K ultra run
  • Fell run
  • + 12 more races
Your chance to combine the beauty of the Isle of Wight Coastal Path with its sea views, glades and tall ridges, with your love of wild walking, and support those with brain cancer in each step.
  • Sat 16 - Sun 17 May 2026
  • £20-£30
Cowes, Isle of Wight, UK

Follow the Seagulls | Isle of Wight

Your chance to combine the beauty of the Isle of Wight Coastal Path with its sea views, glades and tall ridges, with your love of wild walking, and support those with brain cancer in each step.

  • Charity walk 2
A weekend of inclusive trail races, camping, festival vibes, yoga workshops, guided runs, live music and outdoor cinema, all based in the grounds of the iconic Blair Castle in the Cairngorms.
  • Fri 29 - Sun 31 May 2026
  • £10-£79
Pitlochry, Perth and Kinross, UK

Blair Castle Trail Weekender

A weekend of inclusive trail races, camping, festival vibes, yoga workshops, guided runs, live music and outdoor cinema, all based in the grounds of the iconic Blair Castle in the Cairngorms.

  • Ultra run
  • Trail run 4
  • Walking festival
  • Fun run 2
  • Half marathon
50 years of Lake District running in one unforgettable weekend! Trail runners, fell runners, orienteers and walkers of all abilities in an iconic location with family-friendly activities and more.
  • Sat 30 - Sun 31 May 2026
  • FREE-£85
Ambleside, Cumbria, UK

Lake District Running Festival

50 years of Lake District running in one unforgettable weekend! Trail runners, fell runners, orienteers and walkers of all abilities in an iconic location with family-friendly activities and more.

  • Sprint orienteer
  • 5K run
  • 10K run
  • Trail run
  • Marathon
  • + 2 more races
Get your sparkle on and make every step count! Join Sparkle Walk 2026 and help Haven House do everything they can to support children and families going through the toughest of times.
  • Mon 1 - Tue 30 Jun 2026
  • £12
Essex, UK

Sparkle Walk

Get your sparkle on and make every step count! Join Sparkle Walk 2026 and help Haven House do everything they can to support children and families going through the toughest of times.

  • 10 km walking
Join Tommy Trek, a nighttime challenge to commemorate the anniversary of D-Day. Trek 20K or 40K through Kent's countryside alongside fellow supporters and veterans, with a team breakfast on the route.
  • Fri 5 - Sat 6 Jun 2026
  • £40-£150
Aylesford, Kent, UK

Tommy Trek

Join Tommy Trek, a nighttime challenge to commemorate the anniversary of D-Day. Trek 20K or 40K through Kent's countryside alongside fellow supporters and veterans, with a team breakfast on the route.

  • Charity challenge walk 2
Follow the spectacular Ullswater Way through the heart of the Lake District, hiking lakeside trails and climbing Gowbarrow Fell to enjoy breathtaking views, all to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 6 Jun 2026
  • £20-£25
  • 30% off
Penrith, Cumbria, UK

Mighty Hikes | Lake District

Follow the spectacular Ullswater Way through the heart of the Lake District, hiking lakeside trails and climbing Gowbarrow Fell to enjoy breathtaking views, all to support people living with cancer.

30% off with discount code

  • Hike 2
Escape to nature and experience the Brecon Beacons (Bannau Brycheiniog) National Park. You'll explore the Taff Trail, forests and beautiful canals, all whilst supporting life-saving research.
  • Sat 6 Jun 2026
  • £20-£25
Brecon, Powys, UK

Big Hike | Brecon Beacons (Bannau Brycheiniog)

Escape to nature and experience the Brecon Beacons (Bannau Brycheiniog) National Park. You'll explore the Taff Trail, forests and beautiful canals, all whilst supporting life-saving research.

  • Hike 3
A truly beautiful area of North Wales! The route uses two way-marked 15-mile linear routes either side of the river, to create a spectacular, challenging excursion in and above the valley.
  • Sat 6 Jun 2026
  • £53.50
Llangollen, Clwyd, UK

The Llangollen 50K

A truly beautiful area of North Wales! The route uses two way-marked 15-mile linear routes either side of the river, to create a spectacular, challenging excursion in and above the valley.

  • 50 km trail running + 5435 ft ascent
Join a renowned multi-day backpacking adventure through the iconic Lake District. With safety, food, water, and entertainment all covered, you’re free to focus on the journey and spectacular scenery.
  • Fri 12 - Sun 14 Jun 2026
  • £189-£289
  • New reduced rates
Grasmere, Lake District National Park, UK

HIGHLANDER Lake District

Join a renowned multi-day backpacking adventure through the iconic Lake District. With safety, food, water, and entertainment all covered, you’re free to focus on the journey and spectacular scenery.

Reduced rates for under 18s

  • Walking festival
Starting in Brighton, hike the South Downs Way along dramatic cliffs and rolling countryside, passing the Seven Sisters and Beachy Head to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 13 Jun 2026
  • £20-£25
  • 30% off
Brighton, East Sussex, UK

Mighty Hikes | South Coast

Starting in Brighton, hike the South Downs Way along dramatic cliffs and rolling countryside, passing the Seven Sisters and Beachy Head to support people living with cancer.

30% off with discount code

  • Hike 2
Hike from Windsor along the peaceful Thames Path, following England’s most iconic river through beautiful countryside to support Macmillan’s vital work for people living with cancer.
  • Sat 13 Jun 2026
  • £20-£25
  • 30% off
Windsor, Berkshire, UK

Mighty Hikes | Thames Path

Hike from Windsor along the peaceful Thames Path, following England’s most iconic river through beautiful countryside to support Macmillan’s vital work for people living with cancer.

30% off with discount code

  • Hike 2
Hike through magnificent woodlands, past pretty waterfalls and limestone cliffs, and take in beautiful views across the Peak District to help beat cancer step by step.
  • Sat 13 - Sun 14 Jun 2026
  • £20-£25
Bakewell, Derbyshire, UK

Big Hike | Peak District

Hike through magnificent woodlands, past pretty waterfalls and limestone cliffs, and take in beautiful views across the Peak District to help beat cancer step by step.

  • Hike 3
Run or hike the UK's most iconic ultramarathon and conquer 70 miles in 26 hours over a fully waymarked journey through Hadrian's Wall country. Ideal first ultra.
  • Sat 13 Jun 2026
  • £210-£220
Carlisle, Cumbria, UK

Rat Race | The Wall

Run or hike the UK's most iconic ultramarathon and conquer 70 miles in 26 hours over a fully waymarked journey through Hadrian's Wall country. Ideal first ultra.

  • 70 miles trail running + 3460 ft ascent
Trek by torchlight to the summit of Ben Nevis, conquering the UK’s highest peak by sunrise in an unforgettable night-time challenge to support life-changing causes.
  • Sat 13 - Sun 14 Jun 2026
  • £65
  • Get 35% off
Fort William, Highland, UK

Ben Nevis at Sunrise

Trek by torchlight to the summit of Ben Nevis, conquering the UK’s highest peak by sunrise in an unforgettable night-time challenge to support life-changing causes.

35% off in November

  • 12 miles hiking + 1345 m ascent
A community-focused event, ATW St Albans Half Marathon aims to raise money for local charities and organisations as well as put on a great day out for all the family, delivered by runners for runners.
  • Sun 14 Jun 2026
  • £11-£38
St Albans, Hertfordshire, UK

ATW St Albans Half Marathon, 10K, 5K & Fun Run

A community-focused event, ATW St Albans Half Marathon aims to raise money for local charities and organisations as well as put on a great day out for all the family, delivered by runners for runners.

  • Fun run
  • 5K run
  • Half marathon
  • Challenge walk
  • 10K run
Take on a spectacular coastal challenge along Northern Ireland’s rugged cliffs, with views of the iconic Giant’s Causeway and its world-famous basalt columns, to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 20 Jun 2026
  • £20-£25
  • 30% off
Ballycastle, County Antrim, UK

Mighty Hikes | Giant's Causeway

Take on a spectacular coastal challenge along Northern Ireland’s rugged cliffs, with views of the iconic Giant’s Causeway and its world-famous basalt columns, to support people living with cancer.

30% off with discount code

  • Hike 2
Welcome to the 66th edition of this historic event! The Perambulation is Exmoor National Park’s iconic traditional self-navigated circular long-distance walking event dating back over 725 years!
  • Sat 20 Jun 2026
  • FREE-£32.50
  • Group discount
Minehead, Somerset, UK

Exmoor Perambulation

Welcome to the 66th edition of this historic event! The Perambulation is Exmoor National Park’s iconic traditional self-navigated circular long-distance walking event dating back over 725 years!

Groups of 10+ save 10%

  • Challenge walk 2
  • Trail run
  • Ultra run
  • Short walk
Explore England's only natural UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for the outstanding beauty of its cliffs, fossils and landforms, to help beat cancer step by step.
  • Sat 20 Jun 2026
  • £20-£25
Wareham, Dorset, UK

Big Hike | Jurassic Coast

Explore England's only natural UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for the outstanding beauty of its cliffs, fossils and landforms, to help beat cancer step by step.

  • Hike 3
Hike through the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, with its rolling green hills, drystone walls, and the iconic Malham Cove, to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 27 Jun 2026
  • £20-£25
  • 30% off
Skipton, North Yorkshire, UK

Mighty Hikes | Yorkshire Dales

Hike through the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, with its rolling green hills, drystone walls, and the iconic Malham Cove, to support people living with cancer.

30% off with discount code

  • Hike 2
Explore Gower Peninsula’s rugged coastline, following cliffside paths with breathtaking views of Rhossili Bay and Worm’s Head — a spectacular Welsh hike supporting people living with cancer.
  • Sat 27 Jun 2026
  • £20-£25
  • 30% off
Swansea, West Glamorgan, UK

Mighty Hikes | Gower Peninsula

Explore Gower Peninsula’s rugged coastline, following cliffside paths with breathtaking views of Rhossili Bay and Worm’s Head — a spectacular Welsh hike supporting people living with cancer.

30% off with discount code

  • Hike 2
Escape to nature and experience the Lake District National Park. You’ll explore majestic mountains, stunning rivers and take in the beautiful scenery, all whilst supporting life-saving research.
  • Sat 27 Jun 2026
  • £20-£25
Ambleside, Lake District National Park, UK

Big Hike | Lake District

Escape to nature and experience the Lake District National Park. You’ll explore majestic mountains, stunning rivers and take in the beautiful scenery, all whilst supporting life-saving research.

  • Hike 3
Hike the Jurassic Coast’s dramatic trails, passing Corfe Castle and Old Harry Rocks, and enjoy Dorset’s breathtaking coastal views while supporting people living with cancer.
  • Sat 4 Jul 2026
  • £20-£25
  • 30% off
Wareham, Dorset, UK

Mighty Hikes | Jurassic Coast

Hike the Jurassic Coast’s dramatic trails, passing Corfe Castle and Old Harry Rocks, and enjoy Dorset’s breathtaking coastal views while supporting people living with cancer.

30% off with discount code

  • Hike 2
Hike through the rolling hills and picturesque villages of the Cotswolds, and take in stunning views from Dover’s Hill to help beat cancer step by step.
  • Sat 11 Jul 2026
  • £20-£25
Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire, UK

Big Hike | Cotswolds

Hike through the rolling hills and picturesque villages of the Cotswolds, and take in stunning views from Dover’s Hill to help beat cancer step by step.

  • Hike 3
Starting in Bakewell, trek through rolling hills and rugged moorland in the Peak District, exploring England’s oldest National Park while supporting people living with cancer.
  • Sat 18 Jul 2026
  • £20-£25
  • 30% off
Bakewell, Derbyshire, UK

Mighty Hikes | Peak District

Starting in Bakewell, trek through rolling hills and rugged moorland in the Peak District, exploring England’s oldest National Park while supporting people living with cancer.

30% off with discount code

  • Hike 2
Escape to nature and experience the Dedham Vale National Landscape. You’ll explore rolling meadows, the River Stour and pass by Flatford Mill, all whilst supporting life-saving research.
  • Sat 18 Jul 2026
  • £20-£25
Manningtree, Essex, UK

Big Hike | Suffolk & Essex

Escape to nature and experience the Dedham Vale National Landscape. You’ll explore rolling meadows, the River Stour and pass by Flatford Mill, all whilst supporting life-saving research.

  • Hike 3
The 100-mile ultra for people who don't do 100-mile ultramarathons. Walk or run from Edinburgh Castle to Glamis within 48 hours, fully supported.
  • Sat 25 Jul 2026
  • £330
Edinburgh, UK

Rat Race 100 Ultramarathon

The 100-mile ultra for people who don't do 100-mile ultramarathons. Walk or run from Edinburgh Castle to Glamis within 48 hours, fully supported.

  • 100 miles trail running + 4853 ft ascent
Explore iconic landmarks, including Alnwick and Bamburgh Castles, as you hike through some of Northumberland’s most spectacular seaside scenery to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 5 - Sun 6 Sep 2026
  • £20-£25
  • 30% off
Alnwick, Northumberland, UK

Mighty Hikes | Northumberland Coast

Explore iconic landmarks, including Alnwick and Bamburgh Castles, as you hike through some of Northumberland’s most spectacular seaside scenery to support people living with cancer.

30% off with discount code

  • Hike 2
A trekking challenge with tranquil forests, historic castles, quaint fishing villages and beautiful beaches to support brainstrust, the brain cancer charity.
  • Sat 12 - Sun 13 Sep 2026
  • £20-£30
St Andrews, Fife, UK

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
A trekking challenge taking in moorland, ancient monuments, waterfalls, stunning coastal views and smuggler's coves in support of the brain cancer charity, brainstrust.
  • Sat 12 - Sun 13 Sep 2026
  • £20-£30
Whitby, North Yorkshire, UK

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
Take an epic walk through the wild Cheviots on some of the finest sections of the Pennine Way and the breathtaking upper reaches of the Coquet Valley, to finish proud!
  • Sat 26 Sep 2026
  • £44.50-£59.50
Morpeth, Northumberland, UK

Northern Pennine Way Challenge Walk

Take an epic walk through the wild Cheviots on some of the finest sections of the Pennine Way and the breathtaking upper reaches of the Coquet Valley, to finish proud!

  • Challenge walk 3
Walk 100 miles in 5 days! Walk the Camino Trail in style and unite against breast cancer.
  • Sun 27 Sep - Sun 4 Oct 2026
  • £1,140
Santiago de Compostela, Spain

Camino 100 Challenge

Walk 100 miles in 5 days! Walk the Camino Trail in style and unite against breast cancer.

  • 5 days walking
Celebrating the unique valleys of the Lake District which are part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site status, by linking them together with spectacular trail and ultra routes for you to enjoy!
  • Sun 27 Sep 2026
  • £57.50
Keswick, Cumbria, UK

2 Valleys Trail

Celebrating the unique valleys of the Lake District which are part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site status, by linking them together with spectacular trail and ultra routes for you to enjoy!

  • 22.4 km trail running + 500 m ascent
  • Mon 1 - Wed 31 Dec
  • £10
Anywhere

Walk for Children

Join hundreds of people across the UK and walk 5K in your local area on the longest night of the year. Because for children suffering abuse, every night feels like the longest.

  • 5 km walking
  • Sun 7 Dec
  • FREE-£10
Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK

Walk for Children Leeds

Leeds Walk for Children is for everyone. Choose to walk either 5K or 3K and enjoy the festive event village. There will be activities for all ages.

  • 5 km walking
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Sleep well

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Train slow

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Cut out sugar & junk food, reduce carbs, eat natural foods and train your body to burn fat for fuel.

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