Walks and Treks
Taking part in a challenge event is a great way to fundraise for Carers UK. As a charity, we rely on the support of people like you to help us make life better for carers. Here’s a few treks and walking challenges that you could get involved in.
If you have your own place on a trek that’s not on this list, give us a call on 020 7378 4986 or email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. – we’d love to support you.
You can also join Team Carers UK Facebook Group and become part of a fantastic fundraising community!
UK Challenges
Carers Thames Walk
11th May
Starting and finishing at Southwark Cathedral, this walk enables carers and the people they care for to raise funds. While raising the profile of carers and their tireless unpaid work to care for family and friends who are older, disabled or seriously ill. It is a lovely day out with the opportunity to meet other carers and the people they care for.
This route is accessible for all disabilties and open to all ages, please bring everyone along for a fantastic day of fun!
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Rob Roy Challenge
22nd June
Explore the beautiful Scottish wilderness with this incredible challenge with races avaliable for every level!
Choose to walk, run or cycle in a team or on your own
Event options:
Schiehallion's Shadow: 14 mile walk, 56 mile cycle
Etape Rannoch: 56 mile cycle
Big Red:14 mile walk, 35 mile cycle
Rob Roy Ramble: 14 mile walk
Whether you're a keen walker and new to endurance events, or even a marathon runner looking to up the distance - the journey will be unforgettable. With some training and determination anyone can take on the Rob Roy Challenge- so join us for a real challenge.
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Three Peaks Challenge
Various dates throughout the year
There are several different challenge providers that run 3 Peaks Challenge trips throughout the year. Though each trip varies in timing and what is included in the trip, all will take you on a trekking tour around the UK, where you will conquer the highest mountains in Great Britain: Ben Nevis, near Glen Nevis in Scotland, Scafell Pike in the Lake District and Snowdon in North Wales. For more information email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 020 7378 4986.
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International Challenges
Kilimanjaro Trek
Various dates throughout the year
Follow in the footsteps of Comic Relief's celebrity trekkers and climb Kilimanjaro. Experience dramatic African scenery, spot native wildlife and take on the challenge of conquering one of the world's greatest mountains. The trek starts in the rainforests of Lemosho Glades and heads upwards towards Shira Plateau. From here you’ll catch a glimpse of our goal: Kibo, Kilimanjaro's main, ice-capped peak. You continue via the beautiful Southern Flank, Barranco Wall and Barafu Route. Temperatures drop at night, allowing you to enjoy the crisp, cool air under the star-studded African skies. During the days the climb gets higher, often looking down on a sea of clouds. For more information email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 020 7378 4986.
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China Trek
Our brave Patrons, veteran DJ and BBC radio 2 presenter Johnnie Walker MBE and his wife Tiggy, took on the Great Wall of China with 11 of their friends, to raise awareness and funds to support those caring across the UK. Will you follow in their footsteps and take on the Great Wall of China?
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