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174 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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Short walks

Up to half marathon distance (13.1 miles).

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Challenge walks

Longer than half marathon distance (13.1 miles).

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Charity walks

Join a charity team raising money for a great cause.

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Hikes

Hikes

Head into the hills on an organised event.

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Walking festivals

Walking festivals

With a selection of walks, other activities and great company!

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National 3 Peaks

National 3 Peaks

The classic challenge of hiking the highest peaks in Scotland, England and Wales.

3 Peaks Challenge
Yorkshire 3 Peaks

Yorkshire 3 Peaks

A 24.5-mile circular walk up Pen-y-ghent, Whernside and Ingleborough.

Yorkshire 3 Peaks
Ben Nevis

Ben Nevis

The highest mountain in the UK set in the heart of Scotland's Western Highlands.

The Ben
Yr Wyddfa

Yr Wyddfa

Conquering Snowdon is a classic Welsh challenge.

Snowdon
Trekking holidays

Trekking holidays

Journey into some of the most spectacular locations on the planet.

Trek

Walking events in 2024

Featured events are listed below - select your region to see all events.

Mighty Hikes 2024
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Mighty Hikes 2024

Choose from 15 breathtaking landscapes with half and full marathon distances.

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Trek to the summit of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) on a unique route that will take you 'off the beaten track', alongside other Prostate Cancer Research supporters.
  • Sat 22 Jun
  • £33.75-£55
  • 25% off
Caernarfon, Gwynedd, UK

Snowdonia for Science | Classic Snowdon Climb

Trek to the summit of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) on a unique route that will take you 'off the beaten track', alongside other Prostate Cancer Research supporters.

25% off registration fee with code

  • 17.5 km hiking + 1118 m ascent
South Downs Challenge
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South Downs Challenge

Pull on your hiking boots and explore this stunning National Park with fellow trekkers supporting The Royal Marsden.

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Conquer a succession of five summits before the grand finale of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) on a unique route that will take you 'off the beaten track', alongside other Prostate Cancer Research supporters.
  • Sat 22 Jun
  • £33.75-£55
  • 25% off
Caernarfon, Gwynedd, UK

Snowdonia for Science | Multi-Peak Trek

Conquer a succession of five summits before the grand finale of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) on a unique route that will take you 'off the beaten track', alongside other Prostate Cancer Research supporters.

25% off registration fee with code

  • 21.6 km hiking + 1608 m ascent
Big Hikes 2024
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Big Hikes 2024

Choose from 6 amazing locations with hikes from 10K to marathon distance.

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3 marathons in 3 days! The original and best format for conquering the Jurassic Coast. Run, jog or walk a fully-supported marathon each day for 3 days with meals and a good nights' rest in between.
  • Fri 22 - Sun 24 Mar
  • £200
Portland, Dorset, UK

Jurassic Coast Challenge | Full 3 Days

3 marathons in 3 days! The original and best format for conquering the Jurassic Coast. Run, jog or walk a fully-supported marathon each day for 3 days with meals and a good nights' rest in between.

  • 132 km trail running
Start at Abbotsbury and follow the South West Coast path to Lulworth Cove, pitting your mental and physical prowess against some of the most scenic coastlines in Britain.
  • Sat 23 Mar
  • £90
Portland, Dorset, UK

Jurassic Coast Ultra 40 Miler

Start at Abbotsbury and follow the South West Coast path to Lulworth Cove, pitting your mental and physical prowess against some of the most scenic coastlines in Britain.

  • 40 miles multi terrain running
Challenge yourself to walk (or run) 200km in 40 days to help fight global poverty. Walk when and where you choose, alone or with friends, and receive goodies!
  • Sun 24 - Wed 27 Mar
  • FREE
Anywhere

The Big Lent Walk

Challenge yourself to walk (or run) 200km in 40 days to help fight global poverty. Walk when and where you choose, alone or with friends, and receive goodies!

  • 40 days
Show solidarity with women and girls who walk daily for water. Walk 155km over the month of march or 5km every day and raise funds to make sure no woman or girl is held back by a lack of clean water.
  • Sun 24 - Sun 31 Mar
  • FREE
Anywhere

Walk for Water | WaterAid UK

Show solidarity with women and girls who walk daily for water. Walk 155km over the month of march or 5km every day and raise funds to make sure no woman or girl is held back by a lack of clean water.

  • 31 days
On 30th 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.
  • Sat 30 Mar
  • £5
Birmingham, West Midlands, UK

Walk of Light Birmingham

On 30th 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.

  • Charity walk 2
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!
  • Mon 1 - Tue 30 Apr
  • £5
Anywhere

ActiveApril

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!

  • 30 days
The Big Walk is back again for another successful year! Dust off your walking boots and take on one of three routes along The Ridgeway National Trail to help raise money for children's charity, Pace.
  • Sun 21 Apr
  • £5-£15
Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, UK

The Big Walk and Superhero Mile

The Big Walk is back again for another successful year! Dust off your walking boots and take on one of three routes along The Ridgeway National Trail to help raise money for children's charity, Pace.

  • Charity walk 4
Join Macmillan Cancer Support for a 10km or 2.5km walk to support people living with cancer. A fundraising event where you set the pace, and everyone's invited.
  • Sat 27 Apr
  • FREE-£10
Birmingham, West Midlands, UK

Birmingham Walk to Support

Join Macmillan Cancer Support for a 10km or 2.5km walk to support people living with cancer. A fundraising event where you set the pace, and everyone's invited.

  • Charity walk 2
Get ready, Kiltwalkers! Experience the banter, fun, pipes, blethering, support and sheer emotion in Scotland's second city this year with various routes for all abilities.
  • Sun 28 Apr
  • £6.50-£20
Alexandria, West Dunbartonshire, UK

The Kiltwalk Glasgow

Get ready, Kiltwalkers! Experience the banter, fun, pipes, blethering, support and sheer emotion in Scotland's second city this year with various routes for all abilities.

  • Charity walk 3
Join in this spring at the historic Hampton Court Palace in London. Discover the capital's charm as you stroll along the Thames, beginning and ending your journey in the Palace's stunning gardens.
  • Sun 28 Apr
  • £20
East Molesey, UK

Pink Ribbon Walk | Hampton Court Palace and the Thames Path

Join in this spring at the historic Hampton Court Palace in London. Discover the capital's charm as you stroll along the Thames, beginning and ending your journey in the Palace's stunning gardens.

  • Charity walk 2
Experience a one-day marathon hike through the breathtaking South Downs National Park, journeying through rolling hills and over white cliffs, to fund life-saving cancer research.
  • Sat 4 May
  • £45
Brighton, East Sussex, UK

South Downs Challenge | The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity

Experience a one-day marathon hike through the breathtaking South Downs National Park, journeying through rolling hills and over white cliffs, to fund life-saving cancer research.

  • 26 miles hiking + 1000 m ascent
Help transform the future of breast cancer one step at a time at this iconic venue where you'll walk through beautiful woods and fields on a ramble-ready route then receive your medal!
  • Sat 11 May
  • £20
Woodstock, Oxfordshire, UK

Pink Ribbon Walk | Blenheim Palace and the Cotswolds

Help transform the future of breast cancer one step at a time at this iconic venue where you'll walk through beautiful woods and fields on a ramble-ready route then receive your medal!

  • Charity walk 2
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Norfolk Coast Mighty Hike - where you'll explore beautiful beaches and picturesque fishing villages to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 11 - Sun 12 May
  • £20-£25
Cromer, Norfolk, UK

Mighty Hikes | Norfolk Coast

Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Norfolk Coast Mighty Hike - where you'll explore beautiful beaches and picturesque fishing villages to support people living with cancer.

  • Hike 2
MS Walk Manchester is back for another successful year and will start and finish in the beating heart of Manchester city centre. Sign up today and walk, roll or stroll to stop MS.
  • Sat 11 May
  • FREE-£15
Manchester, Greater Manchester, UK

MS Walk Manchester

MS Walk Manchester is back for another successful year and will start and finish in the beating heart of Manchester city centre. Sign up today and walk, roll or stroll to stop MS.

  • Charity walk 3
Walk with a purpose, help end homelessness – join in! A warm welcome awaits at Battersea Park as you take on the first ever Walk to End Homelessness and enjoy live entertainment and refreshments!
  • Sun 12 May
  • FREE-£12
London, UK

Walk to End Homelessness

Walk with a purpose, help end homelessness – join in! A warm welcome awaits at Battersea Park as you take on the first ever Walk to End Homelessness and enjoy live entertainment and refreshments!

  • 1 day
The UK's Number 1 Mountain Festival! Sport, Speakers, Live Music, Activities, Good Times. A full multi-sport and entertainment festival with exciting new changes for 2024!
  • Fri 17 - Sun 19 May
  • £30
Keswick, Cumbria, UK

Keswick Mountain Festival

The UK's Number 1 Mountain Festival! Sport, Speakers, Live Music, Activities, Good Times. A full multi-sport and entertainment festival with exciting new changes for 2024!

  • 5K run
  • 10K run
  • Half marathon
  • 50K ultra run
  • Fell run
  • + 12 more races
Venture to the exquisite landscapes of Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, through Callander and past stunning Lochs and waterfalls to help beat cancer step by step.
  • Sat 18 May
  • £20-£30
Callander, Stirling, UK

Big Hike | The Trossachs

Venture to the exquisite landscapes of Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, through Callander and past stunning Lochs and waterfalls to help beat cancer step by step.

  • Hike 3
Join the group of cat lovers to take on Wales’ highest peak for a safe and supportive experience where you'll achieve something amazing and help cats and kittens in the UK.
  • Sat 18 May
  • £25-£55
Caernarfon, Gwynedd, UK

Snowdon Climb

Join the group of cat lovers to take on Wales’ highest peak for a safe and supportive experience where you'll achieve something amazing and help cats and kittens in the UK.

  • 7.5 miles hiking + 1085 m ascent
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Eryri Mighty Hike - where you'll explore and take in the views of the breathtaking Eryri National Park to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 25 May
  • £20-£25
Bangor, Gwynedd, UK

Mighty Hikes | Eryri Snowdonia

Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Eryri Mighty Hike - where you'll explore and take in the views of the breathtaking Eryri National Park to support people living with cancer.

  • Hike 2
Take on a day challenge to walk the length of the iconic Malvern Hills for WellChild - along the ridge, over all the hill summits and through ancient woodland to return for your well-earned medal.
  • Sun 26 May
  • £10-£30
Ledbury, Worcestershire, UK

The Malvern Hills End to End Challenge

Take on a day challenge to walk the length of the iconic Malvern Hills for WellChild - along the ridge, over all the hill summits and through ancient woodland to return for your well-earned medal.

  • 11 miles hiking
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 31 May - Sun 2 Jun
  • £8-£65
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
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the London Mighty Hike - where you'll take in the iconic views across the capital to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 1 Jun
  • £20-£25
London, UK

Mighty Hikes | London

Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the London Mighty Hike - where you'll take in the iconic views across the capital to support people living with cancer.

  • Hike 2
MS Walk is coming to Birmingham! Takes in some of the city's finest views and iconic landmarks on the way. Sign up today and walk, roll or stroll to stop MS.
  • Sat 1 Jun
  • FREE-£15
Birmingham, West Midlands, UK

MS Walk Birmingham

MS Walk is coming to Birmingham! Takes in some of the city's finest views and iconic landmarks on the way. Sign up today and walk, roll or stroll to stop MS.

  • Charity walk 3
Get ready, Kiltwalkers! Experience the banter, fun, bagpipes, support and sheer emotion in Aberdeen this year with various routes for all abilities.
  • Sun 2 Jun
  • £6.50-£20
Banchory, Aberdeenshire, UK

The Kiltwalk Aberdeen

Get ready, Kiltwalkers! Experience the banter, fun, bagpipes, support and sheer emotion in Aberdeen this year with various routes for all abilities.

  • Charity walk 2
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the South Coast Mighty Hike - where you’ll explore the stunning South Downs Way and take in spectacular coastal views to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 8 - Sun 9 Jun
  • £20-£25
Brighton, East Sussex, UK

Mighty Hikes | South Coast

Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the South Coast Mighty Hike - where you’ll explore the stunning South Downs Way and take in spectacular coastal views to support people living with cancer.

  • 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 8 Jun
  • £20-£30
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
Take on England’s finest countryside at your own pace with stunning views en-route. With distances from 10km right up to 100km there’s a Lake District Challenge for everyone!
  • Sat 8 - Sun 9 Jun
  • £10-£40
Kendal, Cumbria, UK

Lake District Challenge

Take on England’s finest countryside at your own pace with stunning views en-route. With distances from 10km right up to 100km there’s a Lake District Challenge for everyone!

  • 1 day trail running
A new, family-friendly, accessible 5K walk for everyone impacted by dementia. Join hundreds of others and be part of the movement walking to find a cure and sharing a day out with the community.
  • Sat 8 Jun
  • FREE
London, UK

Walk For A Cure | London

A new, family-friendly, accessible 5K walk for everyone impacted by dementia. Join hundreds of others and be part of the movement walking to find a cure and sharing a day out with the community.

  • 5 km
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 9 Jun
  • £10-£38
St Albans, Hertfordshire, UK

ATW St Albans Half Marathon, 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
  • Short walk
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Lake District Mighty Hike - where you'll trek through the stunning National Park to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 15 - Sun 16 Jun
  • £20-£25
Penrith, Cumbria, UK

Mighty Hikes | Lake District

Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Lake District Mighty Hike - where you'll trek through the stunning National Park to support people living with cancer.

  • Hike 2
Hike along the peaceful canal towpath across the River Usk into the majestic mountains and enjoy views of Bannau Brycheiniog (the Brecon Beacons) to help beat cancer step by step.
  • Sat 15 Jun
  • £20-£30
Brecon, Powys, UK

Big Hike | Brecon Beacons

Hike along the peaceful canal towpath across the River Usk into the majestic mountains and enjoy views of Bannau Brycheiniog (the Brecon Beacons) to help beat cancer step by step.

  • Hike 3
Power walk a wilderness marathon in the land of the midnight sun with amazing scenery, whale watching and volcanoes... Unite with Walk the Walk against breast and other cancers.
  • Thu 20 - Tue 25 Jun
  • £3,060
Mývatn, Iceland

The Moonwalk Iceland

Power walk a wilderness marathon in the land of the midnight sun with amazing scenery, whale watching and volcanoes... Unite with Walk the Walk against breast and other cancers.

  • 26.2 miles
Help transform the future of breast cancer one step at a time on a ramble-ready route through the Peak District National Park then receive your medal!
  • Sat 22 Jun
  • £20
Bakewell, Derbyshire, UK

Pink Ribbon Walk | Bakewell and the Peak District

Help transform the future of breast cancer one step at a time on a ramble-ready route through the Peak District National Park then receive your medal!

  • Charity walk 2
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Giant's Causeway Mighty Hike - where you'll take in dramatic views of N Ireland’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 22 Jun
  • £20-£25
Ballycastle, County Antrim, UK

Mighty Hikes | Giant's Causeway

Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Giant's Causeway Mighty Hike - where you'll take in dramatic views of N Ireland’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site to support people living with cancer.

  • Hike 2
Test yourself in the rolling hills of the Cotswolds featuring the Cotswold Way, footpaths, trails and fabulous views. With distances from 10km right up to 100km there’s something for everyone!
  • Sat 22 - Sun 23 Jun
  • £10-£40
Cirencester, Gloucestershire, UK

Cotswold Way Challenge

Test yourself in the rolling hills of the Cotswolds featuring the Cotswold Way, footpaths, trails and fabulous views. With distances from 10km right up to 100km there’s something for everyone!

  • 1 day trail running
Trek to the summit of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) on a unique route that will take you 'off the beaten track', alongside other Prostate Cancer Research supporters.
  • Sat 22 Jun
  • £33.75-£55
Caernarfon, Gwynedd, UK

Snowdonia for Science | Classic Snowdon Climb

Trek to the summit of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) on a unique route that will take you 'off the beaten track', alongside other Prostate Cancer Research supporters.

  • 17.5 km hiking + 1118 m ascent
Conquer a succession of five summits before the grand finale of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) on a unique route that will take you 'off the beaten track', alongside other Prostate Cancer Research supporters.
  • Sat 22 Jun
  • £33.75-£55
Caernarfon, Gwynedd, UK

Snowdonia for Science | Multi-Peak Trek

Conquer a succession of five summits before the grand finale of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) on a unique route that will take you 'off the beaten track', alongside other Prostate Cancer Research supporters.

  • 21.6 km hiking + 1608 m ascent
Explore more for little paws! Cats aren't the only cool climbers - us humans are pretty good too! Conquer Scotland's highest peak to raise vital funds for our feline friends.
  • Sat 22 Jun
  • £25-£55
Fort William, Highland, UK

Ben Nevis Climb

Explore more for little paws! Cats aren't the only cool climbers - us humans are pretty good too! Conquer Scotland's highest peak to raise vital funds for our feline friends.

  • 1 day hiking + 1344 m ascent
A new, family-friendly, accessible 5K walk for everyone impacted by dementia. Join hundreds of others and be part of the movement walking to find a cure and sharing a day out with the community.
  • Sun 23 Jun
  • FREE
Edinburgh, Midlothian, UK

Walk For A Cure | Edinburgh

A new, family-friendly, accessible 5K walk for everyone impacted by dementia. Join hundreds of others and be part of the movement walking to find a cure and sharing a day out with the community.

  • 5 km
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Yorkshire Dales Mighty Hike - where you'll explore the magnificent Yorkshire Dales National Park to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 29 Jun
  • £20-£25
Skipton, North Yorkshire, UK

Mighty Hikes | Yorkshire Dales

Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Yorkshire Dales Mighty Hike - where you'll explore the magnificent Yorkshire Dales National Park to support people living with cancer.

  • Hike 2
Roam through glorious grasslands and villages, along riverbanks and coastal paths, where you'll be rewarded with breathtaking views from Beachy Head to help beat cancer step by step.
  • Sat 29 Jun
  • £25-£30
Polegate, East Sussex, UK

Big Hike | South Coast

Roam through glorious grasslands and villages, along riverbanks and coastal paths, where you'll be rewarded with breathtaking views from Beachy Head to help beat cancer step by step.

  • Hike 2
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Gower Peninsula Mighty Hike - explore the dramatic coastline with incredible views over Rhossili Bay and Worms Head to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 6 Jul
  • £20-£25
Swansea, West Glamorgan, UK

Mighty Hikes | Gower Peninsula

Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Gower Peninsula Mighty Hike - explore the dramatic coastline with incredible views over Rhossili Bay and Worms Head to support people living with cancer.

  • Hike 2
Hike through the rolling hills and picturesque villages of the Cotswolds. Walk right past Broadway Tower and take in stunning views from Dover’s Hill to help beat cancer step by step.
  • Sat 6 Jul
  • £20-£30
Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire, UK

Big Hike | Cotswolds

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

  • Hike 3
From the idyllic basecamp hub in Bakewell, adventurers will head into the fabulous Peak District National Park. With distances from 10 miles right up to the full 100km there's something for everyone!
  • Sat 6 - Sun 7 Jul
  • £10
Bakewell, Derbyshire, UK

Peak District Challenge

From the idyllic basecamp hub in Bakewell, adventurers will head into the fabulous Peak District National Park. With distances from 10 miles right up to the full 100km there's something for everyone!

  • 1 day trail running
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Thames Path Mighty Hike - where you'll hike from Windsor Racecourse along the most iconic river in England to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 13 - Sun 14 Jul
  • £20-£25
Windsor, Berkshire, UK

Mighty Hikes | Thames Path

Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Thames Path Mighty Hike - where you'll hike from Windsor Racecourse along the most iconic river in England to support people living with cancer.

  • Hike 2
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 13 Jul
  • £25-£30
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 2
Head to the Lake District and take on the challenge of conquering England's highest mountain with a group of cat lovers to raise vital funds to help cats and kittens in the UK.
  • Sat 13 Jul
  • £25-£55
Seascale, Cumbria, UK

Scafell Pike Trek

Head to the Lake District and take on the challenge of conquering England's highest mountain with a group of cat lovers to raise vital funds to help cats and kittens in the UK.

  • 1 day hiking + 964 m ascent
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Peak District Mighty Hike - where you'll trek through the UK's oldest National Park to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 20 Jul
  • £20-£25
Bakewell, Derbyshire, UK

Mighty Hikes | Peak District

Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Peak District Mighty Hike - where you'll trek through the UK's oldest National Park to support people living with cancer.

  • Hike 2
Team up with your pup and walk a marathon in a month in August. Join hundreds of others also taking on this paw-some challenge and raising money to end homelessness.
  • Thu 1 - Sat 31 Aug
  • FREE
Anywhere

Take the Lead | St Mungos

Team up with your pup and walk a marathon in a month in August. Join hundreds of others also taking on this paw-some challenge and raising money to end homelessness.

  • 26.2 miles
Take in sections of the famous coastal path and Exmoor from the basecamp in the shadows of Dunster Castle. With distances from a family-friendly 10K right up to 50km there's something for everyone!
  • Sat 3 Aug
  • £10-£30
Minehead, Somerset, UK

South West Coast 50 Challenge

Take in sections of the famous coastal path and Exmoor from the basecamp in the shadows of Dunster Castle. With distances from a family-friendly 10K right up to 50km there's something for everyone!

  • 1 day trail running
Get ready, Kiltwalkers! Experience the banter, fun, bagpipes, support and sheer emotion in the City of Discovery with various routes for all abilities.
  • Sun 11 Aug
  • £6.50-£20
St Andrews, Fife, UK

The Kiltwalk Dundee

Get ready, Kiltwalkers! Experience the banter, fun, bagpipes, support and sheer emotion in the City of Discovery with various routes for all abilities.

  • Challenge walk
  • Short walk
A tough urban hike on hidden city routes with 7 viewpoints! Follow historic waterways, forgotten railways, castles, palaces and climb to the summit of Arthurs Seat - an extinct volcano!
  • Sat 24 Aug
  • £45
Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK

Edinburgh 7 Summits Challenge

A tough urban hike on hidden city routes with 7 viewpoints! Follow historic waterways, forgotten railways, castles, palaces and climb to the summit of Arthurs Seat - an extinct volcano!

  • 35 km hiking + 900 m ascent
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Cornwall Mighty Hike - where you'll trek Southwest England's stunning coastline and rolling countryside to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 31 Aug
  • £20-£25
Padstow, Cornwall, UK

Mighty Hike | Cornwall

Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Cornwall Mighty Hike - where you'll trek Southwest England's stunning coastline and rolling countryside to support people living with cancer.

  • Hike 2
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Rob Roy Mighty Hike, where you'll explore the Rob Roy Way through the wild and beautiful Trossachs National Park to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 31 Aug
  • £20-£25
Callander, Stirling, UK

Mighty Hikes | Rob Roy

Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Rob Roy Mighty Hike, where you'll explore the Rob Roy Way through the wild and beautiful Trossachs National Park to support people living with cancer.

  • Hike 2
Offering some breathtaking views along with way, this challenge promises you a weekend you will never forget – and the chance to raise vital funds in the fight against meningitis.
  • Sat 31 Aug
  • £20
Carnforth, North Yorkshire, UK

Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge

Offering some breathtaking views along with way, this challenge promises you a weekend you will never forget – and the chance to raise vital funds in the fight against meningitis.

  • 12 hrs hiking
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Wye Valley Mighty Hike - where you'll take in famous sights such as the historic Chepstow Castle and Tintern Abbey at the borders of England and Wales.
  • Sat 7 Sep
  • £20-£25
Monmouth, Gwent, UK

Mighty Hikes | Wye Valley

Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Wye Valley Mighty Hike - where you'll take in famous sights such as the historic Chepstow Castle and Tintern Abbey at the borders of England and Wales.

  • Hike 2
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Jurassic Coast Mighty Hike - where you'll see famous sights of Dorset including Corfe Castle and Old Harry Rocks to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 7 - Sun 8 Sep
  • £20-£25
Wareham, Dorset, UK

Mighty Hikes | Jurassic Coast

Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Jurassic Coast Mighty Hike - where you'll see famous sights of Dorset including Corfe Castle and Old Harry Rocks to support people living with cancer.

  • Hike 2
Walk, roll or stroll for life-changing MS research. Based at Bute Park, the routes pass some of Cardiff’s iconic landmarks such as Cardiff Castle, the Principality Stadium and Cardiff Bay.
  • Sat 7 Sep
  • FREE-£15
Cardiff, Cardiff, UK

MS Walk Cardiff

Walk, roll or stroll for life-changing MS research. Based at Bute Park, the routes pass some of Cardiff’s iconic landmarks such as Cardiff Castle, the Principality Stadium and Cardiff Bay.

  • Charity walk 3
The South Downs National Park is a superb backdrop for a real challenge featuring Beachy Head, the Seven Sisters and the South Downs Way. With a choice of distances from 25km right up to 100km!
  • Sat 7 - Sun 8 Sep
  • £10-£40
Eastbourne, East Sussex, UK

South Coast Challenge

The South Downs National Park is a superb backdrop for a real challenge featuring Beachy Head, the Seven Sisters and the South Downs Way. With a choice of distances from 25km right up to 100km!

  • 1 day trail running
England’s greatest river provides a fantastic backdrop for an unforgettable 'festival' challenge weekend, with distances from 10km right up to 100km there’s a Thames Challenge for everyone!
  • Fri 13 - Sun 15 Sep
  • £10-£40
  • 1 charity
London, UK

Thames Path Challenge

England’s greatest river provides a fantastic backdrop for an unforgettable 'festival' challenge weekend, with distances from 10km right up to 100km there’s a Thames Challenge for everyone!

  • 1 day trail running

Walking guides

Guides, tips and advice on walking events.

6 epic hikes to challenge yourself with this summer
  • 5 mins read
  • 14 Jun 2023

6 epic hikes to challenge yourself with this summer

Make the most of the summer sun with these hikes atop the mountains and coastlines of the UK, all supporting fantastic charity causes.

8 essentials you need in your hiking bag
  • 10 mins read
  • 5 Jun 2023

8 essentials you need in your hiking bag

Whether you're heading into the great outdoors for a few hours or a few days, these are the essentials you need to guarantee staying safe and having the best experience.