Action Challenge

Action Challenge has developed & delivered some of the most successful, innovative, and professionally operated mass participation fundraising events.

Ultra Challenge Series enables 000’s of adventurers to take on 100km, 50km or 25km as a walk or run around some of the most beautiful areas of the UK – and to achieve something that many thought they could never do! 

Action Challenge also offer global adventures to the Himalayas, Africa, The Americas, Iceland, China – amazing backdrops for real adventures. Add some testing trails & routes, perhaps altitude & ice, or maybe sun & sand – and now it’s a challenge! Then get a group of 20 or so like minded folk together – lay on top quality support including a UK Leader, a Medic, and the best local logistics team – and you have an Action Challenge trip!

UPCOMING EVENTS

Jurassic Coast Challenge

Jurassic Coast Challenge

18 May 2024

Join 3,000 adventurers of all experience levels & ages and walk, jog or run the spectacular Jurassic Coast - a World Heritage Site. 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 challenge, 75km, a 50km half challenge, a 25km quarter, Jurassic Marathon or even a 10km distance – with full support, food and drinks throughout. It’s your challenge, your way
Lake District Challenge

Lake District Challenge

8 Jun 2024

Walk, Jog, or Run the Lake District Challenge and take on England's finest countryside at your pace. Suitable for all experience levels. Starting from our Kendal Base Camp, you can take on the full challenge, looping around Lake Windermere via Ambleside, or a half challenge, quarter challenge, 10km or our new Lake District Marathon distance. With the best support & hospitality all the way.
London to Brighton

London to Brighton

25 May 2024

2,000 adventurers of all experience levels & ages will walk, jog or run this classic capital to coast route. From the Thames, over the North Downs and through the Surrey & Sussex countryside – you can choose from the full challenge, a 75km three-quarter distance, a half challenge, or even a quarter challenge.
Peak District Challenge

Peak District Challenge

6 Jul 2024

Take on the fabulous Peak District as a walk, jog or a run, and you’ll get the famous ‘Ultra Challenge’ support & hospitality all the way – enabling you to push yourself further. From the Bakewell basecamp the full 100 km challenge heads out past Chatsworth House, and on through varied terrain on a figure of 8 route with some stunning views. With half, quarter & 10 mile challenge options also available, plus optional camping packages at basecamp – there’s an unforgettable Ultra Challenge weekend for everyone!
South Coast Challenge

South Coast Challenge

7 Sep 2024

Walk, jog or run up to 100km from Eastbourne to Arundel. Take the full challenge up Beachy Head, over the magnificent Seven Sisters, and along the famous South Downs Way National Trail through Brighton and on to Arundel, or choose from a half challenge or quarter challenge distance. With full support, food and drinks throughout.
South West Coast 50

South West Coast 50

3 Aug 2024

Walk, Jog, or Run the ‘South West’ challenge for 2024 – taking in the first Minehead section of the stunning & famous 630 mile Coastal Path, and with an extensive ‘basecamp’ in the shadows of the impressive Dunster Castle. Pick your distance, with the full 500km loop, a 25km half challenge, or even the short & sweet Dunster 10km!
Thames Bridges Trek

Thames Bridges Trek

14 Sep 2024

Join 2000 trekkers as we venture 25km across the Capital taking in unrivalled views of the skyline from its best vantage points. Follow the path of England’s most famous river, and take in the views from some of the most iconic bridges in the world. With full support every step of the way, free food & drinks and a great atmosphere.
Thames Path Challenge

Thames Path Challenge

14 Sep 2024

Walk, jog or run the Thames Path Challenge, following England’s greatest river. The full Thames Path Challenge 100km route heads from Putney Bridge past Hampton Court to Runnymede of Magna Carta at 50km, then on past wonderful historic scenery all the way to Henley. Choose your distance, with 75km three-quarter, 50km half challenge, or 25km challenge options - there's a challenge for everyone. Expect a great atmosphere, with full support, food and drinks throughout.

In partnership with Action Challenge we offer a variety of ways to pay for your challenge and raise vital funds for Combat Stress.

SIGN UP & FUNDRAISING OPTIONS:

1. Charity Sponsorship – you pay a small registration fee, do lots of fundraising and we cover the cost of your event place!

2. Mixed Funding – pay half of the event place cost yourself, fundraise a bit less and we pay the balance of the event place cost.

3. Self Fund – you pay the full cost of the event place - fundraise whatever you want, with no set target or deadline, and there’s no cost at all to the charity!

N.B – If Combat Stress is paying towards the cost of your place, you will need to have raised 50% of your sponsorship target 6 weeks before the event to confirm your place. We have loads of fundraising tips and support to help you smash your target so please get in contact. The remaining 50% can be sent in up to four weeks after you’ve completed the challenge.

OUR SUPPORT TO YOU

You’re important to us and we aim to make your run very special. Whether its your first event or you’re a seasoned pro when you join Team Combat Stress, we are ready to support you every step of the way. We will provide you with:

  • A discount code for a Combat Stress running top
  • A digital fundraising pack full of ideas
  • A wealth of fundraising resources including training plans
  • Support from a dedicated challenges fundraising team
  • Team e-newsletters with fundraising advice
  • Cheering materials available for family and friends
  • Access to an online Facebook Combat Stress forum

Do you have your own place?

Great news that you've got your own place, we'd love you to run for Team Combat Stress.

You get to choose your own fundraising target, so please raise as much as you can for veterans' mental health! We'll be here for you every step of the way and you’ll be provided with a discount code for a Combat Stress top.

Please tell us about your challenge so that we can best support you. 

If you have any questions please just ask we are here to help.  Give us a call on 01372 587 140 or email us at challenges@combatstress.org.uk