Whether you're an energetic thrill seeker, a mindful hiker, or a competitive runner, our Challenge Events will be certainly be among your 2026 highlights.
By taking part in any of our events you will be supporting for our frontline services to fulfil our charity's mission - 'to help anyone impacted by addiction, crime, homelessness or long-term unemployment to turn their lives around'.
Together we can help people make lasting change. Sign up for a challenge event today!
Choose your challenge by browsing our Challenge Event schedule for 2026, including:
Annual anytime events 2026
Three Peaks Challenge | availability | sign up today
Yorkshire Peaks Challenge | availability | sign up today
Bungee Jump | availability | sign up today
Skydiving Challenge | availability | sign up today
My Cause UK | availability | sign up today
April 2026
London Landmarks Half Marathon | 12 April | sold-out | join our waitlist
TCS London Marathon | 26 April | sold-out | register your interest for 2027
May 2026
Nuclear Rush (muddy-mayhem obstacle course) | 9 May | availability | sign up today
July 2026
Great North 10K | 5 July | availability | sign up today
Saucony London 10K | 12 July | availability | sign up today
September 2026
London to Brighton Cycle Ride | 14 September | availability | sign up today
October 2026
Manchester Half Marathon | 4 October | availability | sign up today
Royal Parks Half Marathon | 11 October | availability | sign up today
Still have questions about Challenge Events or can’t see an event you’re looking for?
Get in touch, and our events team will be able to help you choose your perfect challenge.
Join our cheer squad
Join our cheer squad and help our amazing event participants cross the finish line. About our cheer squad You don’t have to run a race to join in one...
London Landmarks Half Marathon
From cultural landmarks and heritage to the city's quirky and hidden secrets, runners get to explore the capital on a route like no other. About the L...
London Marathon
Run the London Marathon for The Forward Trust and complete the ultimate challenge.About the London Marathon Distance: 26.2 milesThe London Marathon is...
London to Brighton Cycle
Whether an experienced cyclist or your new to the pedals, take on Europe's oldest charity bike ride as you take your fundraising up a gear. About the...
The National Three Peaks Challenge
Take on the three highest peaks in England, Scotland and Wales, considered one of Britain’s toughest outdoor challenges. About the challenge Join a te...
Nuclear Rush
Take part in the UK's Most award-winning muddy obstacle course for The Forward Trust.About Nuclear RushEscape the everyday and get stuck into our awar...
The Royal Parks Half Marathon
Create memories to last a lifetime by running the Royal Parks Half for The Forward Trust.About the Royal Parks Half Marathon Join 16,000 runners and t...
Skydiving challenge
Experience the ultimate adrenaline rush and raise vital funds for The Forward Trust. About the challenge Skydiving is one of the most exhilarating exp...
The Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge
A challenge in the heart of Yorkshire, taking on the three highest peaks of Pen-y-Ghent, Whernside and Ingleborough.About the challenge This exciting...
Bungee Jump
The Forward Trust is excited to now partner with the UK Bungee Club to offer thrill seekers an exhilarating new challenge.About Bungee JumpingUK Bunge...
The Great North 10K
Take part in one of the UK’s biggest 10k for the Forward Trust.About the Great North 10KGet ready to see a side of Newcastle you’ve never seen before...
My Cause UK
Support The Forward Trust by volunteering at UK festivals and live events through My Cause UK.About My Cause UKVolunteering with My Cause UK is design...
Manchester Half Marathon
Join us for the Manchester Half Marathon on October 4, 2026!About the Manchester Half MarathonThis popular half-marathon sees runners take on generous...
Saucony London 10K
Join us for the Saucony London 10K on July 12, 2026!About the Saucony London 10KTake on the most iconic 10K in the capital on Sunday 12 July 2026. Liv...
