Challenge Events
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Do you want to take on a challenge to help make student mental health a priority in 2022? Whether you’re looking to take part in your first half marathon or a regular runner, we’ve got an event for you.
By supporting our work, you’ll be part of a movement to ensure that the impact of the pandemic on the mental health of our university communities is recognised and responded to. Together, we can create a future where no student has to feel alone. By joining Team Student Minds, you’ll receive:
Already got your own place at an event? Let us know so that we can support you through your fundraising. |
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We are currently offering places on the following events:
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. Places are limited, so sign up now to avoid disappointment.
Date: Sunday 19th June 2022 Registration Fee: None Registration Deadline: Sunday 1st May 2022 Fundraising Target: £200 Minimum age: 17 |
Yorkshire Marathon
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If you’re looking to take on a full marathon, there are few that could beat the beautiful and historic location of the Yorkshire Marathon. Starting off in the city of York, you will head through the medieval gateways and pass the awe-inspiring minster before continuing out into the North Yorkshire countryside. The route loops back to the university campus, where you will receive an enthusiastic welcome from the waiting crowd. Places are limited, so sign up now to avoid disappointment.
Date: Sunday 16th October 2022 Registration Fee: None Registration Deadline: Sunday 4th September 2022 Fundraising Target: £300 Minimum age: 18 |
London to Brighton Challenge
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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:
You can also choose between a full sponsorship or mixed funding model. Find out more or sign up now on the Ultra Challenge website. Date: Saturday 28th - Sunday 29th May 2022 Registration Fee: Varies depending on challenge length and fundraising option chosen Registration Deadline: Sunday 3rd April 2022 Fundraising Target: Varies depending on challenge length and fundraising option chosen Minimum age: 18 |
Lake District Challenge
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Walk, Jog, or Run the Lake District Challenge and take on England's finest countryside at your pace. Starting from our Kendal Base Camp, you can choose from:
With the best support and hospitality all the way, this challenge is suitable for all experience levels! You can also choose between a full sponsorship or mixed funding model. Find out more or sign up now on the Ultra Challenge website. Date: Saturday 11th - Sunday 12th June Registration Fee: Varies depending on challenge length and fundraising option chosen Registration Deadline: Saturday 30th April 2022 Fundraising Target: Varies depending on challenge length and fundraising option chosen Minimum age: 18 |
South West Coast 50 Challenge
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This challenge covers some of the stunning Coastal Path, which officially starts in Minehead, on a looped route starting from the impressive Dunster Castle. You can walk, jog, or run up and over the rolling hills of Exmoor, taking in the magnificent views. Starting & finishing at our Dunster Castle base camp, there's a Saturday night celebration BBQ with camping options. You can choose from:
You can also choose between a full sponsorship or mixed funding model. Find out more or sign up now on the Ultra Challenge website. Date: Saturday 6th August 2022 Registration Fee: Varies depending on challenge length and fundraising option chosen Registration Deadline: Saturday 18th June 2022 Fundraising Target: Varies depending on challenge length and fundraising option chosen Minimum age: 18 |
London Halloween Walk
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Why not treat yourself to a hair-raising hike around some of London’s scary streets and historic haunts? Take on a terrifying 10km, a horrific half marathon, or a frightful full marathon distance – all starting & finishing from the Oval Cricket Ground. Hot food, drinks and a souvenir bobble hat all included! Find out more or sign up now on the Ultra Challenge website.
Date: Saturday 29th - Sunday 30th August 2022 Registration Fee: Varies depending on challenge length and fundraising option chosen Registration Deadline: Saturday 17th September 2022 Fundraising Target: Varies depending on challenge length and fundraising option chosen Minimum age: 18 |
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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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