Lake District Ultra Challenge

Take on England’s finest countryside at your pace on the Lake District Ultra Challenge! Challenge basecamp is in Kendal, and it’s a 100km looped route taking in a couple of tough hills, the Garburn Pass, historic Ambleside, a half way point by Lake Windermere, forests & nature reserves – with some stunning views en-route – before a huge welcome & celebration back at basecamp after a momentous journey. 

You’ll get full support & hospitality all the way, optional camping / hostel accommodation – and with 50km half, marathon, quarter & 10K distance options also – there’s a Lake District Challenge for everyone!

Every step you take will help Terrence Higgins Trust end HIV stigma, prevent new HIV transmissions and support people living with and affected by HIV.

Charity sponsorship - Pay a lower registration fee and fundraise for Terrence Higgins Trust.

• Full Challenge (100km)
  £50 registration fee and at least £575 fundraising/sponsorship
• 1/2 Challenge (50km)
  £40 registration fee and at least £375 fundraising/sponsorship
• 1/4 Challenge (25km)
  £30 registration fee and at least £275 fundraising/sponsorship
• 10K Challenge (10km)
  £15 registration fee and at least £150 fundraising/sponsorship

Please check the Lake District Ultra Challenge website for the most up-to-date prices and special offer deals.

Our dedicated fundraising team at Terrence Higgins Trust is here to support you every step of the way.

We ask that you consider whether you're confident in reaching the fundraising target before signing up.

Setting up a JustGiving fundraising page is quick and easy and all donations will come directly to us at Terrence Higgins Trust.

Reaching your fundraising target is important, as charity places come with a cost to Terrence Higgins Trust. Your fundraising helps ensure we can continue providing vital services and support for people living with and affected by HIV.

If you have any concerns about fundraising at any point, please don’t hesitate to contact us at [email protected]. We’re always happy to help!

As part of our team, you’ll receive:

• A Terrence Higgins Trust t-shirt to wear with pride
• Expert fundraising advice and unlimited support from our dedicated team
• Pre-event training guidance to help you prepare

On the day, you’ll enjoy:

• Rest stops with drinks and refreshments
• All meals and snacks included (depending on your chosen distance)
• Access to medics, massage services, and pace walkers
• A finisher’s medal, t-shirt, and a glass of bubbly to celebrate your achievement

Your support and fundraising help fund vital services including our one-of-a-kind sexual health helpline, HIV testing, counselling, and peer support programmes.

We are working to ensure that there will be no new HIV cases in the UK by 2030. Everyone living with HIV will be diagnosed, in treatment and care, free from stigma and able to take advantage of life’s opportunities.

Lace up those walking boots and trek to help us end new cases of HIV in the UK by 2030. To register or to find out more, visit the Lake District Ultra Challenge site.

Please don’t forget to choose Terrence Higgins Trust as your charity when signing up!

Ultra Challenge events are for a wide range of fitness & ages – and UK’s #1 series of treks & trial runs. 

Choose your challenge – do it at your pace, and there’re 20 events in the UK series. Ultra Challenges support enables you to go further, whilst enjoying the great outdoors & camaraderie. 

There’re marquee rest stops, lots of food & drink, medical & massage teams, with a fully signed route & GPS tracking to guide you. 

A big finish-line celebration awaits with an amazing sense of achievement, and once the aches subside you’ll feel energised, and up for more of life’s real challenges! 

See all the 2027 Ultra Challenge events

Any questions or want to tell us you're signing up to a trek? Contact our Fundraising team or checkout Lake District Ultra Challenge factsheet. 

We look forward to welcoming you to Team Terry.