Challenge Events
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Picture the scene. You’re 100m from the finish line of your first ever half marathon, you’ve just ran 13.1 miles through a buzzing, lively city, and you can hear the screams of your friends who are waiting at the finish line to hand you a cool drink and shower you with praise.
Sound tempting? Lucky for you we’re offering FREE places on a number of events this autumn in aid of Student Minds. By supporting our work, you’ll be part of a movement to ensure that the impact of the pandemic on young people’s mental health is recognised and responded to. Together, we can create a future where no student has to feel alone. Places will be allocated on a first come first served basis, so sign up now via the links below to avoid disappointment. You’ll receive a Student Minds t-shirt, access to our fundraising resources, and support from our fundraising team to guide you through your journey. We understand that you may need to pull out at the last minute due to Covid-related reasons. If the event is postponed, we’ll be in touch to discuss whether you still want to participate on the new date. If you’d like to find out more or have any questions get in touch with us at fundraising@studentminds.org.uk. We are aware that not everyone is ready to take part in large-scale events just yet, and encourage you to put your own comfort and wellbeing first. Please keep an eye out for more opportunities in 2022. |
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We are currently offering places on the following events:
Sheffield Half Marathon
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The Sheffield Half Marathon is one of the UK’s most picturesque. The terrain is more challenging than events taking place in flatter cities, but with a route that boasts unbeatable views of the beautiful Peak District, the extra exertion is more than worth it.
Date: Sunday 26th September 2021 Registration Fee: None Registration Deadline: Monday 13th September 2021 Suggested Fundraising Target: £200 Minimum age: 17 |
Derby Half Marathon
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The Derby Half Marathon attracts thousands of runners from across the midlands. The route takes you through the city’s historic Market Place before opening out into the beautiful Elvaston Castle Country Park and past Derby County’s iconic Pride Park stadium.
Date: Sunday 28th November 2021 Registration Fee: None Registration Deadline: Monday 15th November 2021 Fundraising Target: £200 Minimum age: 17 |
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Emily's Story
Emily took on the Leeds Half Marathon in support of Student Minds in 2019. She told us: 'The half marathon day was a difficult but highly rewarding experience. Having the Leeds community cheer me on with their posters and ‘sweet stations’ definitely got me through the tough and hilly course. Running past the finish line is a feeling I will never forget: I was overwhelmed with both emotion and pride. I am genuinely so pleased to have raised so much money for such a worthy cause and I am excited to see Student Minds continue to grow and help students tackle and overcome mental health difficulties’ |
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