Walking And Hiking

Lace up your walking boots and go the extra mile for Deafblind UK!

Whether you fancy braving a barefoot walk on fire, hiking the most breathtaking landscapes of the UK, or crossing the Sahara desert, do it for Deafblind UK!

Windsor 50 Challenge

Saturday 17 April 2027

Take on a 50 km, a 25 km, or a 10 km challenge, fundraise for Deafblind UK, and make it an active Easter! From a Windsor Racecourse Ultra Challenge basecamp 2000 adventurers will head out on looped routes through the Great Park with fantastic views of the Castle, on to Runnymede, along the Thames Path, and takes in some wonderful surrounding countryside.

Funding type: self-funding, charity sponsorship or mixed funding.

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Isle of Wight Challenge

Saturday 1 - Sunday 2 May 2027

Great challenges need great settings– and few are better than the Isle of Wight’s stunning coastal path. The challenge will take you along the spectacular southern cliffs, past the iconic Needles, and up to Cowes at the half way stop. For Full Island challengers you will continue to beautiful Ventnor, and then back to our welcome base camp in Chale after an epic 106km journey.

Funding type: self-funding, charity sponsorship or mixed funding.

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Jurassic Coast Challenge

Saturday 15 - Sunday 16 May 2027

Starting from Corfe Castle, the route heads past Durdle Door, with ups and downs to West Bay’s famous cliffs, before the finish line at Bridport. Choose from the full 100km, 75km, a 50km , a 25km, Jurassic Marathon or even a 10km distance – with full support, food and drinks throughout. It’s your challenge, your way.

Funding type: self-funding, charity sponsorship or mixed funding.

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London 2 Brighton Challenge

Saturday 29 - Sunday 30 May 2027

A Richmond start in Old Deer Park – then the North Downs and wonderful Surrey & Sussex countryside to halfway at Turners Hill. The full challenge heads up and over the South Downs before the welcome sight of the Brighton coastline comes in to view.

Funding type: self-funding, charity sponsorship or mixed funding.

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Lake District Challenge

Saturday 5 - Sunday 6 June 2027

From Base Camp is in Kendal there it’s an anticlockwise loop taking in a couple of tough hills to Ambleside. Half way point is by Lake Windermere. Along the way are forests, nature reserves, and some stunning views. A huge welcome and celebration will await you back at Base Camp after a momentous journey.

Funding type: self-funding, charity sponsorship or mixed funding.

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Cotswold Way Challenge

Saturday 13 - Sunday 14 June 2027

The magical Cotswold Way provides a stunning setting for a testing challenge - with some fantastic views en route and tough hills in between! Base camp in Cirencester is the hub for a full challenge looped route through the heart of the Cotswolds, an amazing setting for 2,000 adventurers to test themselves.

Funding type: self-funding, charity sponsorship or mixed funding.

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North Norfolk Challenge

Saturday 19 June 2027

Take on the inaugural North Norfolk 50 Ultra Challenge and enjoy a stunning route with a range of scenery all whilst fundraising for Deafblind UK and making a real difference. Walk, jog, or run across 55km, 25km, and 10 mile routes, and get ready to achieve something incredible in 2027.

Set out from basecamp in the grounds of Cromer Hall, and enjoy a relatively flat route along the Weaver Way, through woodland, then onto the seaside for the final stretch. You’ll travel through historic market towns and National Trust Estates along the way for a truly unique Challenge.

Funding type: self-funding, charity sponsorship or mixed funding.

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North Yorks Challenge

Saturday 26 – Sunday 27 June 2027

A basecamp in Scarborough starts a stunning coastal and moorland challenge, which you can take it on at your pace. Walk, jog, or run and fundraise for Deafblind UK! The route heads around the town and then north on the Cleveland Way, with a stunning coastline up through Robin Hood Bay and onward to Whitby. For full 100km challengers, it’s along the Esk Valley before heading south into classic moorland scenery, and back to Scarborough basecamp. Sign up as an individual or as a team; you’ll get full support all the way, plenty of food & drink, optional camping & transfers, a special medal, T shirt and celebration finish. With 50km, 25km & 10-mile options also available –there’s a challenge for everyone!

Funding type: self-funding, charity sponsorship or mixed funding.

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Peak District Challenge

Saturday 3 - Sunday 4 July 2027

From the Bakewell basecamp the full 100 km challenge heads out past Chatsworth House, and on through varied terrain with a few testing climbs, and some stunning views. With half (50km), quarter (25km) & 10 mile challenge options also available, plus optional camping packages, there’s an unforgettable Ultra Challenge weekend for everyone in the Peaks!

Funding type: self-funding, charity sponsorship or mixed funding.

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Hadrian's Wall Trek

2027 date TBC

Trek the ancient Roman frontier along Hadrian's Wall for Deafblind UK!

Follow in the footsteps of the Roman legions on this fantastic weekend trekking challenge as we trek from Lanercost Priory to Brocolitia. Trekking 25 miles along the most remarkable Roman monument in the country, Hadrian’s Wall, our route encompasses breathtaking views and fascinating ruins with the picturesque Northumberland countryside providing stunning backdrops from start to finish. Join us and conquer the wall on this classic trekking challenge!

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Gower Peninsula Challenge

Saturday 17 – Sunday 18 July 2027

Set in the stunning Gower Peninsula – the UK’s first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and famous for its golden beaches, limestone cliffs, wild moors, ridges, and woodlands. Basecamp is in the grounds of the historic Penrice Castle, with weekend camping options and the 100km challenge is a figure of 8 route made up of west & east loops which take in the best of the Peninsula, its history, and its varied, unique landscape. With 50km, Marathon, 25km, and 10K challenge options, as well as a bar & entertainment at basecamp – this event will be the highlight of the season!

Funding type: self-funding, charity sponsorship or mixed funding.

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South West Coast 50 Challenge

Saturday 24 July 2027

Complete the South West Coast Challenge for Deafblind UK and you’ll get full support, all the way to the finish line! With a 50km and three 25 km options, plus a family-friendly Dunster 10km event, with camping options and festival style hospitality at basecamp there’s a South West Coast Challenge for everyone!

Funding type: self-funding, charity sponsorship or mixed funding.

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North Downs 50 Challenge

Saturday 31 July 2027

Head to the North Downs for a fabulous challenge, setting off from a Guilford basecamp. Choose your distance, and walk, jog or run the full looped 50km route, a 25km half challenge, or even the Guildford 10km. Take in some of the best views of the Surrey hills, the North Downs Way, and the surrounding countryside.

Funding type: self-funding, charity sponsorship or mixed funding.

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Snowdon Night Trek

Saturday 7 - Sunday 8 August 2027

Trek to the summit of Mt Snowdon at night for Deafblind UK!

Explore the highest mountain in Wales and England by moonlight! Following the Llanberis track to the summit using torches to light our way, trekking by night will bring a fresh twist to this iconic hiking challenge. Upon reaching the mountain summit we’ll be rewarded with unforgettable views of the sun rising across the Snowdonia National Park, and as we descend breathtaking sights of the mountain range will uncover before us. Once we reach the finish line in Llanberis we’ll celebrate our achievement with a well-earned breakfast!

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Camino de Santiago Trek, Spain

8 - 12 October 2027

Trek the historic Camino de Santiago for Deafblind UK!

Join us in Spain for a challenge like no other – trekking the final 67km of the famous Camino Frances – the French Way. Starting in Palas de Rei, we begin our three-day trekking adventure along this popular pilgrimage route. We will trek through rolling green landscapes, traditional villages and picturesque woodlands on our way to Santiago, discovering local traditions and meeting fellow pilgrims along the way. Today the Camino is more than a pilgrimage, it is a remarkable journey and a unique experience. Our final destination is the magical Santiago Old Town, a wonderful UNESCO World Heritage site, home to the stunning Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela!

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Ultra Challenge Series

The Ultra Challenge series offers 16 inspiring endurance events that you can walk, jog or run to raise vital funds for Deafblind UK. Whether it’s 25km , 50km or a 100km marathon, there’s something for all fitness levels, abilities and ages.

Passing by stunning scenery, meeting new friends and discovering hidden resilience and spirit, few can describe their elation at crossing the finish line.

Which challenge will you do for Deafblind UK?