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Support Us: Run for Charity and Fundraise for Tree of Hope
10 Sep 2025
Support Tree of Hope by taking on a charity running challenge!
Choose from iconic marathons, electrifying 10K races, thrilling obstacle courses—and even adrenaline-pumping options like the London to Paris cycle. These unforgettable events are more than just bucket-list items—they’re opportunities to make a real difference.
Why Run for Charity with Tree of Hope?
- Make your pledge count: That "maybe next year" mindset disappears when you sign up now.
- Powered by Run for Charity: Tree of Hope has access to official charity entries for major UK and European events—from 5K fun runs to the Manchester Marathon and beyond—tailored to solo runners, kids, teams, and adventurers alike.
Registering for Your Challenge Is Easy:
- Pick your sporting event—be it a marathon, 10K, or cycle ride.
- Sign up through Tree of Hope’s fundraising event pages to secure your entry
- Fundraise while training—because every step brings a child one step closer to the vital care they deserve.
Bonus: Inspire and Be Supported
- All participants receive fundraising tools, marketing/PR support, and social media shout-outs to boost their campaigns.
- We will send you a running vest for you to wear during the race, as well as a certificate and medal at completion!
So, let’s take you through some of the events that we think you’ll be interested in!
Fun Runs for the family
- 🎈 Inflatable Windsor – 25th October 2025
Bounce, jump and slide your way round a course of 2.5km, 5km, 10km, 15km of inflatable fun!
Minimum age: 5 - 🎢 Run Alton Towers 10K - 15th November 2025
You are also guaranteed park entry with access to all the rides in your entry! Open to all ages and adults are welcome to join their child too.
Minimum age: 15 - 🎅 Santa in the City - 3rd December 2025
Get into the festive spirit as you run through the streets of London (dressed, of course, as Santa!)
Minimum age: 8 - 🐾 Colchester Zoo Stampede - 17th May 2026
Run through over 150 species of zoo animals on this 10K course.
Minimum age: 17
Something for beginners
- 🌳 Run Kent - Tonbridge 5K – 5th October 2025
A great local run to support a great cause. Take on a local 5K, 10K or Half Marathon throughout historic Tonbridge
Minimum age: 11 - ♀️ Women’s Run Series 5K – 8th March 2026
Led by a fully female team, celebrate International Women’s Day during the Women’s Run Series 5km in London's Olympic Park!
Minimum age: 11
For those looking for a challenge
- 🏎️ Goodwood Motor Circuit Half Marathon – 19th October 2025
5K, 10K, Half Marathon, 20 Mile, Marathon or 50K races around the world-famous and classic Goodwood Motor Circuit, perfect for those who enjoy the thrill of speed!
Minimum age: 17 - 🌳Regents Park 10K – 29th November 2025
Run through one of London’s most famous parks during this 10km race!
Minimum age: 15 - ⛵Brighton Marathon – 12th April 2026
Take in the sea air and vibrant sights of this city by the sea during the Brighton Marathon
Minimum age: 18 - 🏃 Manchester Marathon - 19th April 2026
One of the UK’s biggest and friendliest marathons, this is always a sell-out event through the streets of Greater Manchester!
Minimum age: 18 - 🏃 Hackney Half - 17th May 2026
One of the most popular challenges in and around London, this half marathon is another sell-out event!
Minimum age: 17 - 🚴 London to Paris 24th – 26th September 2026
Cycle from city to city on this 3-day epic cycling challenge, covering a whopping 196 miles. This isn’t one for the faint-hearted!
Minimum age: 18
Ready to Run for Tree of Hope? Here’s What to Do Next
1. Pick Your Event & Register
Choose an event that excites you from our list above—whether it's a marathon, 10K, or obstacle challenge. Click the link and register using the form provided.
Good news! Tree of Hope covers the costs of the registration fee. Spaces are reserved those fundraising for Tree of Hope’s general funds to help ensure that we can continue to support families across the UK and Ireland.
2. Didn’t Spot the Right Event Yet?
No worries—there are hundreds of other charity events across the UK available for you to choose from. Fill out our contact form to let us know what type of event you're interested in and where you'd like to participate. We'll follow up with tailored event suggestions to match your preferences
Why fundraise for Tree of Hope?
These events are so epic and fun, but let’s not forget the reason why they exist. Run for Charity events do exactly what it says on the tin – it is to raise much-needed funds for our charity.
Tree of Hope supports families of children and young people with serious health conditions or disabilities, helping them raise the funds they need for medical treatment, therapy, and equipment that isn’t freely available through the NHS. By fundraising for Tree of Hope, you’re not only challenging yourself—you’re giving children the chance to access life-changing care and support, and giving them the opportunities that we, all too often, take for granted.
- Every step, every mile, every challenge counts
Whether you’re running, walking, or even leaping from great heights, the funds you raise directly improve lives. Your efforts provide real, tangible support for children and families who need it most. - A cause that inspires
Tree of Hope is more than a charity—it’s a community of hope, resilience, and determination. By fundraising, you’re part of a powerful movement helping children live fuller, happier lives. - Events for everyone
Not all fundraising has to look the same. Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a thrill-seeker, or simply want to enjoy a day outdoors with friends, Tree of Hope’s catalogue of events can provide you with just that.
When you sign up for a Tree of Hope event, you’re not just crossing a finish line—you’re helping a child take their first step, access vital treatment, or achieve a brighter future. That’s a finish line worth running towards.
Ready to take on a challenge? Explore the events, pick your adventure, and join Tree of Hope in making hope really happen.