Challenge events 2025 - 2026
How do you fancy taking on a new challenge and raising money for the National Literacy Trust at the same time?
Whether you want to run, hike, abseil or try something a little more unusual to raise money for our work, we've got a challenge for you! From family-friendly fun runs dressed as Where's Wally to the ultimate test of endurance on an Ultra Challenge or a chance to dangle above the rolling hills of the Peak District on an abseil - there is a life-changing challenge ready for you to test your limits, have fun and fundraise for the National Literacy Trust.
Join Team Literacy and help give children across the UK a route out of poverty through the power of literacy.
Running events
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The coastal, undulating course is perfect for runners looking for a quicker time or to take in the views. It is also renowned for its roaring crowd support!Apply now
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Applications are now closed for this event, check back for 2026!Applications are closed
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Register your interest for our upcoming 2025 DIY Where's Wally? Fun Run now!We'll see you next year
Walking and trekking events
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Thank you to everyone who took on the Arctic Challenge this year! Find out how to get involved in 2026.Register your interest for 2026
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The magical Cotswold Way provides a stunning setting for a testing challenge - with some fantastic views en route and tough hills in between!Sign up here
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Take in the best of the Surrey hills, the North Downs Way, and the surrounding countryside. A route with real variety and some wonderful scenery – and easily accessible...Sign up here
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Heading off from the Bakewell basecamp, the full 100km challenge heads out past the beautiful Chatsworth House, and on through varied terrain with a few testing climbs, and...Sign up here
Abseil events
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Experience the beauty of the peak district with an abseil down the Millers Dale Viaduct, whilst raising vital funds to give people living in the most disadvantaged areas of...Learn more
Use your own event place to raise money for us
Did you know that you can still raise money for us if you've got your own place in a challenge event? One of our fantastic supporters, Carl Gridley, signed up to the Birmingham Tough Mudder with a few friends and kindly decided to support us, and raising a fab £250!
Whether you were lucky enough to secure a place in next year's London Marathon or are taking part in a local event, we would be thrilled if you'd consider supporting us. We will provide you with dedicated fundraising support to assist you in reaching your target.
Sign up now if you'd like to use your own event place to raise money for us!
