Parkinson's UK

Parkinson's UK

Parkinson's is a progressive neurological condition. This means that it causes problems in the brain and gets worse over time. Help find a cure and improve life for everyone affected by Parkinson’s.

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Pedal Stirling sportive

Choose your distance to help cure Parkinsons.

The gentlest route of Pedal Trossachs, ideal for anyone looking to enjoy a bike ride in stunning countryside surroundings. You'll get chip timing, finishers medal and professional photos too!
  • Sun 31 Aug
  • £35-£45
Stirling, UK

Pedal Trossachs | 25 Miles

The gentlest route of Pedal Trossachs, ideal for anyone looking to enjoy a bike ride in stunning countryside surroundings. You'll get chip timing, finishers medal and professional photos too!

  • 25 miles road cycling + 127 m ascent
The intermediate route of Pedal Trossachs, expertly brought to you by Parkinson's UK, heading across Flanders Moss, past Lake of Menteith and up to the Carron Valley Reservoir.
  • Sun 31 Aug
  • £45-£55
Stirling, UK

Pedal Trossachs | 50 Miles

The intermediate route of Pedal Trossachs, expertly brought to you by Parkinson's UK, heading across Flanders Moss, past Lake of Menteith and up to the Carron Valley Reservoir.

  • 50 miles road cycling + 998 m ascent
The most demanding route of Pedal Trossachs covering some of the most iconic climbs in the Trossachs National Park including Dukes Pass and the infamous Crow Road.
  • Sun 31 Aug
  • £55-£65
Stirling, UK

Pedal Trossachs | 100 Miles

The most demanding route of Pedal Trossachs covering some of the most iconic climbs in the Trossachs National Park including Dukes Pass and the infamous Crow Road.

  • 100 miles road cycling + 2015 m ascent

Parkinson's UK charity places

Take on an event to help find a cure and improve life for everyone affected by Parkinson’s.

The 50km ultra option from Dunster Castle, along the South West Coastal Path to a picnic in Exmoor National Park with awesome views over the Bristol Channel to finish back at Minehead with a medal!
  • Sat 2 Aug
  • £139
  • Entries close soon
Minehead, Somerset, UK

South West Coast 50 Ultra Challenge | Full 50km

Parkinson's UK

The 50km ultra option from Dunster Castle, along the South West Coastal Path to a picnic in Exmoor National Park with awesome views over the Bristol Channel to finish back at Minehead with a medal!

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  • 50 km trail running + 1600 m ascent
Starting from Dunster Castle it’s down to the coast to pick up the official start of the South West Coastal path in Minehead and head west with ups and downs towards Porlock, with fantastic views!
  • Sat 2 Aug
  • £89
  • Entries close soon
Minehead, Somerset, UK

South West Coast 50 Ultra Challenge | 1st Half

Parkinson's UK

Starting from Dunster Castle it’s down to the coast to pick up the official start of the South West Coastal path in Minehead and head west with ups and downs towards Porlock, with fantastic views!

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  • 25 km trail running + 600 m ascent
From the iconic Dunster Castle to the coast, along the South West Coast path with fantastic views over the Bristol Channel, then into Exmoor National Park to the finish line for your medal!
  • Sat 2 Aug
  • £89
  • Entries close soon
Minehead, Somerset, UK

South West Coast 50 Ultra Challenge | 25km Loop

Parkinson's UK

From the iconic Dunster Castle to the coast, along the South West Coast path with fantastic views over the Bristol Channel, then into Exmoor National Park to the finish line for your medal!

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  • 25 km trail running + 600 m ascent
Starting in Porlock, it’s a truly magnificent route into Exmoor National Park and a climb up to Dunkery Beacon, down and back towards Minehead to the welcome finish line at Dunster basecamp.
  • Sat 2 Aug
  • £89
  • Entries close soon
Minehead, Somerset, UK

South West Coast 50 Ultra Challenge | 2nd Half

Parkinson's UK

Starting in Porlock, it’s a truly magnificent route into Exmoor National Park and a climb up to Dunkery Beacon, down and back towards Minehead to the welcome finish line at Dunster basecamp.

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  • 25 km trail running + 1000 m ascent
This fantastic trail route explores stunning views of Dunster Castle, ancient hill forts and wonderful trails through the estate woodlands and hills with magnificent views at the top and great medal!
  • Sat 2 Aug
  • £39
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Minehead, Somerset, UK

The Dunster 10K

Parkinson's UK

This fantastic trail route explores stunning views of Dunster Castle, ancient hill forts and wonderful trails through the estate woodlands and hills with magnificent views at the top and great medal!

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  • 10 km trail running + 300 m ascent
A seriously flat and rapid point-to-point course with a downhill profile along the coast to finish in the final furlong of Scotland's oldest racecourse plus grandstand finish. Come and be part of it!
  • Sun 17 Aug
  • £42.75-£45.25
Tranent, East Lothian, UK

Scottish Half Marathon

Parkinson's UK

A seriously flat and rapid point-to-point course with a downhill profile along the coast to finish in the final furlong of Scotland's oldest racecourse plus grandstand finish. Come and be part of it!

  • Half marathon
Get your walking shoes on and explore some of the capital’s less-known historic areas and along the Thames’s eastern section to finish with a big cheer, medal, glass of fizz, t-shirt and BBQ!
  • Sat 23 Aug
  • £139
London, UK

London Summer Walk | Marathon

Parkinson's UK

Get your walking shoes on and explore some of the capital’s less-known historic areas and along the Thames’s eastern section to finish with a big cheer, medal, glass of fizz, t-shirt and BBQ!

  • 42 km walking
Get your walking shoes on and explore some of the capital’s less-known historic areas and along the Thames’s eastern section to finish with a big cheer, glass of fizz, t-shirt and BBQ meal!
  • Sat 23 Aug
  • £89
London, UK

London Summer Walk | 25km

Parkinson's UK

Get your walking shoes on and explore some of the capital’s less-known historic areas and along the Thames’s eastern section to finish with a big cheer, glass of fizz, t-shirt and BBQ meal!

  • 25 km walking
Get your walking shoes on and explore some of the capital’s River Thames to the Thames Barrier, through Maryon Wilson Animal Park and Charlton Park to finish a big cheer, medal, fizz and a t-shirt!
  • Sat 23 Aug
  • £49
London, UK

London Summer Walk | 10km

Parkinson's UK

Get your walking shoes on and explore some of the capital’s River Thames to the Thames Barrier, through Maryon Wilson Animal Park and Charlton Park to finish a big cheer, medal, fizz and a t-shirt!

  • 10 km walking
The full distance option of the South Coast Challenge from sunny Eastbourne, over the magnificent Seven Sisters, onto Cuckmere Haven and over the South Downs all the way to historic Arundel.
  • Sat 6 - Sun 7 Sep
  • £199
Polegate, East Sussex, UK

South Coast Ultra Challenge | Full 100km continuous

Parkinson's UK

The full distance option of the South Coast Challenge from sunny Eastbourne, over the magnificent Seven Sisters, onto Cuckmere Haven and over the South Downs all the way to historic Arundel.

  • 100 km trail running + 2100 m ascent
The full distance option of the South Coast Challenge over 2 days with 57km on day 1 and 43km on day 2, meaning you experience the route in daylight with the chance to sleep overnight.
  • Sat 6 - Sun 7 Sep
  • £199
Polegate, East Sussex, UK

South Coast Ultra Challenge | Full 100km over 2 days

Parkinson's UK

The full distance option of the South Coast Challenge over 2 days with 57km on day 1 and 43km on day 2, meaning you experience the route in daylight with the chance to sleep overnight.

  • 100 km trail running + 2100 m ascent
The first half option of the South Coast Challenge from Eastbourne to the coastline, over the Seven Sisters to Cuckemere Haven, over the South Downs to finish via Brighton's promenade.
  • Sat 6 Sep
  • £139
Polegate, East Sussex, UK

South Coast Ultra Challenge | 1st Half

Parkinson's UK

The first half option of the South Coast Challenge from Eastbourne to the coastline, over the Seven Sisters to Cuckemere Haven, over the South Downs to finish via Brighton's promenade.

  • 57 km trail running + 1250 m ascent
The first quarter option of the South Coast Ultra Challenge from Eastbourne to the coastline, over the Seven Sisters to Cuckmere Haven, over the South Downs to finish at Alfriston for a celebration!
  • Sat 6 Sep
  • £89
Polegate, East Sussex, UK

South Coast Ultra Challenge | 1st Quarter

Parkinson's UK

The first quarter option of the South Coast Ultra Challenge from Eastbourne to the coastline, over the Seven Sisters to Cuckmere Haven, over the South Downs to finish at Alfriston for a celebration!

  • 25 km trail running + 660 m ascent
The second half option of the South Coast Ultra Challenge is a scenic ‘marathon plus’ adventure across the South Downs towards Arundel with wonderful coastal views and a celebratory finish!
  • Sat 6 - Sun 7 Sep
  • £139
Hove, East Sussex, UK

South Coast Ultra Challenge | 2nd Half

Parkinson's UK

The second half option of the South Coast Ultra Challenge is a scenic ‘marathon plus’ adventure across the South Downs towards Arundel with wonderful coastal views and a celebratory finish!

  • 43 km trail running + 850 m ascent
Kicking off the famous Thames Path Challenge weekend, experience London in a different light, passing famous landmarks including St Paul’s, Westminster Abbey, Tower Bridge, the London Eye and more!
  • Fri 12 Sep
  • £49
London, UK

Thames Moonlight 10 Mile

Parkinson's UK

Kicking off the famous Thames Path Challenge weekend, experience London in a different light, passing famous landmarks including St Paul’s, Westminster Abbey, Tower Bridge, the London Eye and more!

  • 10 miles walking
Kicking off the famous Thames Path Challenge weekend, experience London in a different light, passing famous landmarks including St Paul’s, Westminster Abbey, Somerset House and more!
  • Fri 12 Sep
  • £49
London, UK

Thames Moonlight 10km

Parkinson's UK

Kicking off the famous Thames Path Challenge weekend, experience London in a different light, passing famous landmarks including St Paul’s, Westminster Abbey, Somerset House and more!

  • 10 km walking
The full, non-stop option of the epic Thames Path Challenge from leafy South West London following the river to Hampton Court, Runnymede to finish at Henley-on-Thames for a celebratory finish and BBQ!
  • Sat 13 - Sun 14 Sep
  • £199
London, UK

Thames Path Ultra Challenge | Full 100km Continuous

Parkinson's UK

The full, non-stop option of the epic Thames Path Challenge from leafy South West London following the river to Hampton Court, Runnymede to finish at Henley-on-Thames for a celebratory finish and BBQ!

  • 100 km trail running + 350 m ascent
An epic challenge from leafy South West London on the River Thames featuring Hampton Court, Runnymede of Magna Carta Fame, Henley-on-Thames and a fabulous celebration finish - all in daylight.
  • Sat 13 - Sun 14 Sep
  • £199
London, UK

Thames Path Ultra Challenge | Full 100km over 2 days

Parkinson's UK

An epic challenge from leafy South West London on the River Thames featuring Hampton Court, Runnymede of Magna Carta Fame, Henley-on-Thames and a fabulous celebration finish - all in daylight.

  • 100 km trail running + 350 m ascent
The first half option of the Thames Path Challenge from leafy South West London on the River Thames along the river to Hampton Court to finish at Runnymede for a big celebration finish and hot meal!
  • Sat 13 Sep
  • £139
London, UK

Thames Path Ultra Challenge | 1st Half

Parkinson's UK

The first half option of the Thames Path Challenge from leafy South West London on the River Thames along the river to Hampton Court to finish at Runnymede for a big celebration finish and hot meal!

  • 50 km trail running + 200 m ascent
Start this epic challenge in leafy South West London on the River Thames. This route follows the meandering waterway to Hampton Court for a big celebration finish and picnic!
  • Sat 13 Sep
  • £89
London, UK

Thames Path Ultra Challenge | 1st Quarter

Parkinson's UK

Start this epic challenge in leafy South West London on the River Thames. This route follows the meandering waterway to Hampton Court for a big celebration finish and picnic!

  • 28 km trail running + 20 m ascent
Start this epic 3/4 distance of the Thames Path Challenge near Hampton Court and follow the meandering waterway to Runnymede for a big celebration finish and hot meal at Henley on Thames.
  • Sat 13 Sep
  • £169
West Molesey, Surrey, UK

Thames Path Ultra Challenge | 3/4 Challenge

Parkinson's UK

Start this epic 3/4 distance of the Thames Path Challenge near Hampton Court and follow the meandering waterway to Runnymede for a big celebration finish and hot meal at Henley on Thames.

  • 72 km trail running + 60 m ascent
The second half option of the Thames Path Challenge from Runnymede along the meandering river through Cookham to Henley-on-Thames, home of the regatta, to a celebration finish and family BBQ!
  • Sat 13 - Sun 14 Sep
  • £139
Egham, Surrey, UK

Thames Path Ultra Challenge | 2nd Half

Parkinson's UK

The second half option of the Thames Path Challenge from Runnymede along the meandering river through Cookham to Henley-on-Thames, home of the regatta, to a celebration finish and family BBQ!

  • 50 km trail running + 150 m ascent
Join 2500 walkers and trek 25km across the capital with unrivalled views of the skyline and landmarks as you zig-zag over 16 historic bridges to a party-style finish line celebration!
  • Sat 13 Sep
  • £89
London, UK

Thames Bridges Trek 25km

Parkinson's UK

Join 2500 walkers and trek 25km across the capital with unrivalled views of the skyline and landmarks as you zig-zag over 16 historic bridges to a party-style finish line celebration!

  • 25 km walking
From the Oval Cricket Ground, 100s of walkers will cross many of the capital's historic bridges for some of the best vantage points over the London skyline and famous landmarks, with a celebration!
  • Sat 13 Sep
  • £39
London, UK

Thames Bridges Trek 10km

Parkinson's UK

From the Oval Cricket Ground, 100s of walkers will cross many of the capital's historic bridges for some of the best vantage points over the London skyline and famous landmarks, with a celebration!

  • 10 km walking
The second quarter event of the Thames Path Challenge takes a route from near Hampton Court and follows the meandering waterway to Runnymede of Magna Carta Fame, for a celebratory finish and hot meal!
  • Sat 13 Sep
  • £89
West Molesey, Surrey, UK

Thames Path Ultra Challenge | 2nd Quarter

Parkinson's UK

The second quarter event of the Thames Path Challenge takes a route from near Hampton Court and follows the meandering waterway to Runnymede of Magna Carta Fame, for a celebratory finish and hot meal!

  • 22 km trail running + 20 m ascent
The epic third quarter option of the Thames Path Challenge starts from Runnymede of Magna Carta Fame following the meandering waterway to finish at Cookham to finish with a celebration and fizz at the
  • Sat 13 - Sun 14 Sep
  • £89
Egham, Surrey, UK

Thames Path Ultra Challenge | 3rd Quarter

Parkinson's UK

The epic third quarter option of the Thames Path Challenge starts from Runnymede of Magna Carta Fame following the meandering waterway to finish at Cookham to finish with a celebration and fizz at the

  • 28 km trail running + 20 m ascent
Britain's best-known one-day cycle route! Wake up in London, get on your bike and end up on Brighton's pebbly beach plus conquer the mile-long climb of Ditchling Beacon on route.
  • Sun 14 Sep
  • £55
London, UK

London to Brighton Cycle Ride

Parkinson's UK

Britain's best-known one-day cycle route! Wake up in London, get on your bike and end up on Brighton's pebbly beach plus conquer the mile-long climb of Ditchling Beacon on route.

  • Charity bike ride
A fabulous 10km loop through Remenham countryside with a start and finish near Henley Bridge on Sunday morning. Take it on as a walk, jog or run and get your family and friends involved!
  • Sun 14 Sep
  • £39
Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, UK

The Henley 10K

Parkinson's UK

A fabulous 10km loop through Remenham countryside with a start and finish near Henley Bridge on Sunday morning. Take it on as a walk, jog or run and get your family and friends involved!

  • 10 km trail running
The epic fourth quarter option of the Thames Path Challenge starts in gorgeous Cookham and follows the meandering waterway to Henley-on-Thames, home of the regatta, to a fabulous celebration finish!
  • Wed 17 Sep
  • £89
Maidenhead, Berkshire, UK

Thames Path Ultra Challenge | 4th Quarter

Parkinson's UK

The epic fourth quarter option of the Thames Path Challenge starts in gorgeous Cookham and follows the meandering waterway to Henley-on-Thames, home of the regatta, to a fabulous celebration finish!

  • 22 km trail running + 10 m ascent
The full 50K route of the Chiltern 50 Ultra Challenge starts from basecamp in Henley on a loop via Greys Court, the Ridgeway, Shakespeare's Way, The Chilterns and Hambleden Village to a party finish!
  • Sat 27 Sep
  • £139
Henley-on-Thames, Buckinghamshire, UK

Chiltern 50 Ultra Challenge | Full 50km

Parkinson's UK

The full 50K route of the Chiltern 50 Ultra Challenge starts from basecamp in Henley on a loop via Greys Court, the Ridgeway, Shakespeare's Way, The Chilterns and Hambleden Village to a party finish!

  • 50 km trail running + 920 m ascent
An exciting 25km loop as part of the Chiltern 50 Ultra Challenge from Henley Showground past the River Thames, Greys Court and the pretty Hambleden Village to a celebratory finish!
  • Sat 27 Sep
  • £89
Henley-on-Thames, Buckinghamshire, UK

Chiltern 50 Ultra Challenge | Henley 25km Loop

Parkinson's UK

An exciting 25km loop as part of the Chiltern 50 Ultra Challenge from Henley Showground past the River Thames, Greys Court and the pretty Hambleden Village to a celebratory finish!

  • 25 km trail running + 500 m ascent
A beautiful 10km loop from the basecamp at Henley Showground exploring public footpaths and wonderful woodlands within the Culden Faw estate to be rewarded with a medal and glass of fizz!
  • Sat 27 Sep
  • £39
Henley-on-Thames, Buckinghamshire, UK

The Chiltern 10K

Parkinson's UK

A beautiful 10km loop from the basecamp at Henley Showground exploring public footpaths and wonderful woodlands within the Culden Faw estate to be rewarded with a medal and glass of fizz!

  • 10 km trail running + 235 m ascent
The Loch Ness Marathon is a monster race - and a monster fundraiser! Run alongside the shores of the most famous loch in the world and of course other fellow fundraisers.
  • Sun 28 Sep
  • £72-£74
Inverness, Highland, UK

Loch Ness Marathon Running Festival | Loch Ness Marathon

Parkinson's UK

The Loch Ness Marathon is a monster race - and a monster fundraiser! Run alongside the shores of the most famous loch in the world and of course other fellow fundraisers.

  • 26.2 miles road running
Set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty offering dramatic views, vibrant communities, a rich historic heritage, and diverse wildlife and habitats – featuring the North Downs Way National Trail.
  • Sat 11 Oct
  • £139
Maidstone, Kent, UK

Kent Downs 50 Ultra Challenge | 50km

Parkinson's UK

Set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty offering dramatic views, vibrant communities, a rich historic heritage, and diverse wildlife and habitats – featuring the North Downs Way National Trail.

  • 50 km trail running + 1000 m ascent
The 25km loop sits within the 50km loop and splits off at the picturesque village of Aylesford - one of the River Medway’s hidden jewels heading east on Augustine Camino to Detling via Boxley.
  • Sat 11 Oct
  • £89
Maidstone, Kent, UK

Kent Downs 50 Ultra Challenge | 25km

Parkinson's UK

The 25km loop sits within the 50km loop and splits off at the picturesque village of Aylesford - one of the River Medway’s hidden jewels heading east on Augustine Camino to Detling via Boxley.

  • 25 km trail running + 450 m ascent
The 10km loop sits within the 50km and 25km events and splits off at the Pilgrim Way returning to Detling via Boxley and back to the Kent Showground. You’ll be rewarded with a medal and glass of fizz!
  • Sat 11 Oct
  • £39
Maidstone, Kent, UK

Kent Downs 50 Ultra Challenge | Maidstone 10K

Parkinson's UK

The 10km loop sits within the 50km and 25km events and splits off at the Pilgrim Way returning to Detling via Boxley and back to the Kent Showground. You’ll be rewarded with a medal and glass of fizz!

  • 10 km trail running + 180 m ascent
Round off the season with a flat and fast half on fully closed roads with some of the best crowd support around and receive your chunky medal near Old Trafford.
  • Sun 12 Oct
  • FREE-£40
Manchester, Greater Manchester, UK

Manchester Half Marathon

Parkinson's UK

Round off the season with a flat and fast half on fully closed roads with some of the best crowd support around and receive your chunky medal near Old Trafford.

  • Half marathon
Sun... Sea... Running as it should be. Run along both Boscombe and Bournemouth piers on a stunning coastal route as part of the Run Bournemouth weekend running festival.
  • Sun 12 Oct
  • £44.75-£50
Bournemouth, Dorset, UK

Bournemouth Half Marathon

Parkinson's UK

Sun... Sea... Running as it should be. Run along both Boscombe and Bournemouth piers on a stunning coastal route as part of the Run Bournemouth weekend running festival.

  • 13.1 miles road running + 101 m ascent
Fancy taking on a 26.2-mile challenge in the beautiful, historic, scenic city of York? It's flat with serious PB potential plus there's a team relay option. This is your marathon. This is your moment.
  • Sun 19 Oct
  • £61-£75
York, North Yorkshire, UK

Altra Yorkshire Marathon

Parkinson's UK

Fancy taking on a 26.2-mile challenge in the beautiful, historic, scenic city of York? It's flat with serious PB potential plus there's a team relay option. This is your marathon. This is your moment.

  • 26.2 miles road running + 281 ft ascent
An early-season opener and chance to get back in the swing as spring approaches. Speed, timing, motivation, performance: this race will set the pace for your athletic challenges in the year to come.
  • Sun 8 Mar 2026
  • £84-£158
Paris, France

HOKA Paris Half Marathon

Parkinson's UK

An early-season opener and chance to get back in the swing as spring approaches. Speed, timing, motivation, performance: this race will set the pace for your athletic challenges in the year to come.

  • Half marathon