Events and Challenges

Fundraise for Deafblind UK and give people with sight and hearing loss a brighter future

With an estimated 450,000 people in the UK living with deafblindness, your support really makes a difference. It means that our experts can continue providing practical and emotional support to thousands of deafblind people each year - rebuilding confidence, empowering independence and ending isolation.

Whether you want to remember a loved one or achieve a personal goal, there are so many ways to get involved.

Scroll down to explore our event calendar, or come up with your own fundraising ideas and tell us what you're planning!

Volunteer for us

We’re seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help bring Deafblind UK events to life! As a volunteer, you’ll be at the heart of the action - creating unforgettable experiences for others while developing new skills and making meaningful connections along the way. Sign up to volunteer here!

Upcoming Fundraising Events

Events and Challenges Deafblind UK

Edinburgh Marathon

Sunday 24 May 2026

Edinburgh, Scotland

 

Push yourself further by taking on the Edinburgh Marathon in support of Deafblind UK.

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Events and Challenges Deafblind UK

Great North Swim 2026

12 – 14 June 2026

Lake Windermere, Lake District

 

Swim one or two miles at the iconic Lake Windermere, England’s largest lake, set in stunning Lake District scenery.

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Events and Challenges Deafblind UK

Hadrian’s Wall Trek 2026

26 – 28 June 2026

Northumberland National Park

 

Follow in the footsteps of Roman legions and trek the wild frontier of Hadrian’s Wall for Deafblind UK!

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Events and Challenges Deafblind UK

Snowdon Night Trek 2026

1 – 2 August 2026

Llanberis, Wales

 

Trek to the summit of the highest mountain in Wales at night for Deafblind UK!

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Events and Challenges Deafblind UK

The Big Half

Sunday 6 September 2026

London

 

Race London’s most vibrant and inclusive half marathon from Tower Bridge to the Cutty Sark for Deafblind UK!

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Events and Challenges Deafblind UK

AJ Bell Great North Run

Sunday 13 September 2026

Newcastle

 

Go the extra mile and take on the world’s biggest half marathon for Deafblind UK!

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Events and Challenges Deafblind UK

Swim Serpentine

Saturday 19 September 2026 

Hyde Park, London

 

Make a splash and take on a one-mile or two-mile open water swimming challenge for Deafblind UK.

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Events and Challenges Deafblind UK

Vitality London 10,000

Sunday 28 September 2026 

London

 

Run the only 10k in the capital to finish outside Buckingham Palace for Deafblind UK!

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Events and Challenges Deafblind UK

Camino de Santiago 2026

7 – 11 October 2026

Spain

 

Follow in the footsteps of ancient pilgrims and trek the historic Camino de Santiago for Deafblind UK!

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Events and Challenges Deafblind UK

AJ Bell Great South Run

Sunday 18 October 2025

Portsmouth

 

Take your running to the next level in Europe’s leading 10 mile running event for Deafblind UK.

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Skydive for Deafblind UK

Calling all adrenaline junkies - can you take on the challenge of a lifetime and skydive for Deafblind UK?

This exhilarating adventure will see you soaring through the sky from 10,000ft at 125mph before parachuting safely back down to the ground. We work with 20 skydiving centres across the UK to provide tandem jumps with experienced and qualified instructors. So, you can just relax and enjoy the view!

The sky's the limit! For more information or to book your skydive, visit our tandem skydive partner, Skyline.

Whether you’re joining in with friends or going solo, click here to join a Tough Mudder for Deafblind UK and support the estimated 450,000 people who are deafblind across the UK.

Whether you want to honor a loved one or achieve a personal milestone, click here to explore our bungee jump calendar and get your adrenaline pumping.

Fancy taking on the only run where you’ll be jumping, sliding and bouncing your way to the finish line? Click here to explore our Inflatable 5K calendar to take part in the bounciest 5K today!

 

Get started!

Why not use your passions and interests to fundraise for Deafblind UK? It's as easy as 1, 2, 3.

  • 1) Decide on the activity you wish to do to fundraise for Deafblind UK. This could be a personal challenge such as a sponsored walk. Or, it could use a skill or talent such as a hosting a cake sale, quiz, or bingo night.
  • 2) Choose a date for your activity
  • 3) Tell us your fundraising plans so that we can support you with advice and Deafblind UK fundraising materials!

Contact our team for a friendly chat and get started today!