Challenge events and runs

Ultra Challenge Series 2024

Are you a keen walker or runner looking for a real challenge?

Whatever your pace, take on an Ultra Challenge and help make a difference for people living with epilepsy.

Registration discounts for a limited time

Receive 50% off your registration fee if you choose full sponsorship to Epilepsy Action. Or £10 off your registration fee if you choose to self-fund the challenge. Discount code available when you sign up on the Ultra Challenge website.

Overview

Whether it’s along a stunning coastline or on trails in the best of Britain’s countryside, your Ultra Challenge will be unforgettable!

The Ultra Challenge Series provides a choice of inspiring endurance events like no other.

Whether you walk, jog or run – individually or as a team – how you complete the challenge is entirely up to you!

 

Challenges

When: A date of your choice
Where: A location of your choice
Distance: 100km, 50km or 25km

Registration fee: From £20*
Minimum sponsorship pledge: From £150*

There are 3 payment options to choose from when booking. Each registration fee and minimum sponsorship varies for each distance*

What’s included*

  • Regular rest stops with drinks and snacks
  • A fully signed route
  • Pace walkers, medics, massage, support vehicles
  • Hot meals designed to keep you going
  • Finishers medal and T-shirt
  • Free shuttle buses from the finish

*Please see  Ultra Challenge Series  for full details

Our support

From the moment you sign up, we’re here with you every step of the way.

As part of the Ultra Challenge team, you’ll receive:

  • Lots of fundraising advice and support from our experienced Events team
  • Regular team e-newsletter updates
  • Sponsorship forms and a handy fundraising guide
  • A free branded T-shirt

Choose your Ultra challenge!

  • Easter 50 Challenge
    • Date: 6 April 2024
    • Distance:  50, 25 km Options

    Setting out from Windsor Racecourse, you’ll take a looped route through the Great Park, along the Thames Path, and enjoy some of the wonderful surrounding countryside.

    Easter 50 Challenge
    You’ll get full support all the way with rest stops on route, free food & drink, a few special Easter surprises!

    Payment Options

    Option 1 – self funding (with no minimum sponsorship) 
    50km Registration fee £139
    25km Registration fee £89

    Option 2 – Sponsorship for charity 
    50km Registration fee £30 (+ £360 minimum sponsorship)
    25km Registration fee £20 (+ £240 minimum sponsorship)

    Option 3 – Mixed fundraising  
    50km Registration fee £75 (+ £225 minimum sponsorship)
    25km Registration fee £50 (+ £150 minimum sponsorship)

    Sign up now!
  • Jurassic Coast Challenge
    • Date: 18-19 May  2024
    • Distance: 100 km, 50 km, or 25 km options

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    Starting at Corfe Castle you’ll head along the stunning World Heritage coastline down to Swanage and along through Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door.

    Weymouth marks your half way point but for 100km challengers, you’ll continue past Portland Bill to West Bay’s famous sandstone cliffs (of TV’s Broadchurch fame).

    It’s then onwards to a welcome finish line celebration in the vibrant town of Bridport.

    Payment Options

    Option 1 – self funding (with no minimum sponsorship) 
    100km Registration fee £198
    50km Registration fee £139
    25km Registration fee £89

    Option 2 – Sponsorship for charity 
    100km Registration fee £40 (+ £575 minimum sponsorship)
    50km Registration fee £30 (+ £360 minimum sponsorship)
    25km Registration fee £20 (+ £240 minimum sponsorship)

    Option 3 – Mixed fundraising  
    100km Registration fee £100 (+ £300 minimum sponsorship)
    50km Registration fee £75 (+ £225 minimum sponsorship)
    25km Registration fee £50 (+ £150 minimum sponsorship)

    Sign up now!
  • Summer Walk
    • Date: 24 August 2024
    • Distance: 25 km challenge

    Summer Walk

    Get active & explore some of the Capital’s historic areas with a tour of the ‘gateway to London’ along the Thames’s eastern section.

    Starting alongside the grandeur of Woolwich Royal Artillery Barracks our 25 km looped route heads through Charlton, along the Thames Path around the Greenwich Peninsula – past the O2, Old Royal Naval College & the fabulous Cutty Sark.

    A route steeped in history with iconic sights, and capped with a BBQ & bar at the finish – making for a wonderful end of summer celebration!

    Payment Options

    Option 1 – self funding (with no minimum sponsorship) 
    25km Registration fee £89

    Option 2 – Sponsorship for charity 
    25km Registration fee £20 (+ £240 minimum sponsorship)

    Option 3 – Mixed fundraising  
    25km Registration fee £50 (+ £150 minimum sponsorship)

    Sign up now!
  • South Coast Challenge
    • Date:  7-8 September 2024
    • Distance: 100 km, 50 km, or 25 km

    Take on the ultimate south coast adventure!
    South Coast Challenge

    Starting in Eastbourne you’ll head over the iconic Beachy Head and the magnificent Seven Sisters, before working your way along the famous South Downs Way National Trail to Brighton.

    Devil’s Dyke, and a few ups and downs lie ahead before historic Arundel, and the finish line come into view!

    Payment Options

    Option 1 – self funding (with no minimum sponsorship) 
    100km Registration fee £198
    50km Registration fee £139
    25km Registration fee £89

    Option 2 – Sponsorship for charity 
    100km Registration fee £40 (+ £575 minimum sponsorship)
    50km Registration fee £30 (+ £360 minimum sponsorship)
    25km Registration fee £20 (+ £240 minimum sponsorship)

    Option 3 – Mixed fundraising  
    100km Registration fee £100 (+ £300 minimum sponsorship)
    50km Registration fee £75 (+ £225 minimum sponsorship)
    25km Registration fee £50 (+ £150 minimum sponsorship)

    Sign up now!
  • Thames Bridges Trek

    Date: 14 September 2024

    Distance: 25 km and 16 bridges

    Venture across London taking in unrivalled views of the skyline from its best vantage points!
    Thames Bridges Trek
    Setting out from Putney Bridge -it’s East towards the City.

    After zig-zagging over an array of historic bridges -each with a fascinating story – you’ll reach the midpoint stop near The Oval Cricket Ground.

    From there you’ll continue to weave through the capital following the river past famous landmarks all the way to the finish line at Tower Bridge, Southwark

    Payment Options

    Option 1 – self funding (with no minimum sponsorship) 
    25km Registration fee £89

    Option 2 – Sponsorship for charity 
    25km Registration fee £20 (+ £240 minimum sponsorship)

    Option 3 – Mixed fundraising  
    25km Registration fee £50 (+ £150 minimum sponsorship)

    Sign up now!
  • Thames Path Challenge
    • Date: 14-15 September 2024
    • Distance: 100 km, 50 km, or 25 km

    Take on the Thames Path Challenge following England’s greatest river.

    Heading out from Putney Bridge you’ll head west following the river upstream to Henley along the famous Towpath.Menu-Logo-ThamesPath

    It’s through Richmond, Hampton Court, Runnymede, and Windsor, with some wonderful scenery to a riverside finish line.

    Payment Options

    Option 1 – self funding (with no minimum sponsorship) 
    100km Registration fee £198
    50km Registration fee £139
    25km Registration fee £89

    Option 2 – Sponsorship for charity 
    100km Registration fee £40 (+ £575 minimum sponsorship)
    50km Registration fee £30 (+ £360 minimum sponsorship)
    25km Registration fee £20 (+ £240 minimum sponsorship)

    Option 3 – Mixed fundraising  
    100km Registration fee £100 (+ £300 minimum sponsorship)
    50km Registration fee £75 (+ £225 minimum sponsorship)
    25km Registration fee £50 (+ £150 minimum sponsorship)

    Sign up now!

Have a question?

We’d love to hear from you.

Contact our Events team on 0113 210 8830 or email events@epilepsy.org.uk and we’d be happy to help!