UK treks and walks

Walk, jog or run the fantastic countryside, coastal and urban trails of Britain and raise money for people in crisis.

A couple walking the Lake District Ultra Challenge.

01 Sep 2023 to 07 Jul 2024

Various locations

Events:
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For all enquiries please get in touch with the Events team by email at challenges@redcross.org.uk

Why take part?

If you're a walker, jogger or runner and looking for a unique and unforgettable challenge, these events are for you. 

  • Test yourself, get in shape or achieve something amazing.
  • Join as a team or individual and receive full support throughout.
  • Raise money for the British Red Cross and help people in the UK and overseas get the support they need in an emergency.
Walkers dressed up in Halloween costumes before challenge

Halloween Walk

28 October 2023

Walk the spooky streets and historic haunts of London.

  • start at the Oval Cricket Ground and take a terrifying trek around the landmarks of London
  • there will be a medal, fizz and hot food and drink ready for you at the finish
Pedestrian bridge leading to St Pauls Cathedral in London during winter.

London Winter Walk

27 and 28 January 2024

Start the year off with a brisk wintery walk through London.

  • join 2,000 other challengers taking in the famous sights
  • choose to walk the full or half marathon or 10 km, either on Saturday or Sunday
  • get a bobble hat and buff, a medal and hot food and drink
Participants at the start line of the Easter 50 Ultra Challenge walking event.

Easter 50 Challenge

6 April 2024

Starting at Windsor Racecourse, take on a 50, 25 or 10 km.

  • head out on looped routes through the Great Park with fantastic views of Windsor Castle, on to Runnymede, along the Thames Path
  • celebration finish back at base camp
Walkers on the Isle of Wight Ultra Challenge.

Isle of Wight Ultra Challenge

4 - 5 May 2024

Great challenges need great settings – and few are better than the Island’s stunning coastal path.

  • spectacular southern cliffs, past the iconic Needles and up to historic Cowes at the half way stop
  • for full Island challengers it’s on to historic Ventnor and back to our welcome base camp in Chale
London 2 Brighton Challenge finish line.

London 2 Brighton Ultra Challenge

25 - 26 May 2024

Walk, jog or run capital to coast as an individual or a team.

  • takes in the North Downs, Surrey and Sussex countryside, a steep climb over the South Downs, with the finish line at Brighton Racecourse
  • 100 km challenge, a two-day daylight option with camping, and half and quarter distance options
Two women walkers on the Lake District challenge event.

Lake District Ultra Challenge

8-9 June 2024

Enjoy some of England's finest countryside and stunning views all at your own pace.

  • route takes in a few tough hills and fells, Garburn Pass into Ambleside and Lake Windermere
  • 100 km loop, 50/25 km and 10 km distance options
  • optional camping/hostel
Group of walkers on the Cotswold Way challenge.

Cotswold Way Ultra Challenge

22 - 23 June 2024

Experience the Cotswold Way with its inspiring views and tough hills.

  • takes you through quintessential English villages and well-trodden footpaths
  • choose from the full challenge, a half challenge or a quarter distance option
Participants celebrating at the finish line of Peak District challenge.

Peak District Ultra Challenge

6 - 7 July 2024

Challenge yourself in the beautiful scenery of Derbyshire.

  • 100 km takes in a varied figure of eight route through Derbyshire and there's a range of distance options passing Chatsworth House
  • basecamp in Bakewell offers camping options and local accommodation

Why sign up to a charity walk?

If you're looking for a new challenge that also helps you make a difference to an important cause then why not try a charity walk? Find out about the benefits you can enjoy and why charity walks are important. 

The benefits of a charity walk

charity walk benefits

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