Leicestershire Three Peaks Challenge Tackle three of Leicestershire’s most iconic hills – Bardon Hill, Old John, and Beacon Hill – in one unforgettable circular walk. This fully guided 16-mile route offers countryside views, local landmarks, and a solid physical challenge. A brilliant goal for fit walkers ready to take things up a level. Date: 28/03/2026 Meet:Beacon Hill Upper Car Park, Beacon Rd, Woodhouse Eaves, Loughborough LE12 8TA Start time: 08:30 Leicester Three Peaks Challenge Explore one of Leicestershire’s best-kept secrets with our Leicester Three Peaks Challenge – a scenic circular route that links three iconic local high points: Bardon Hill (278m), Old John Tower in Bradgate Park, and Beacon Hill (248m). This exciting challenge covers around 16 miles (26km) of undulating terrain through countryside paths, woodland trails, and panoramic hilltop views. Though not as mountainous as some of our national challenges, don’t be fooled – this is still a physically demanding walk with a solid mix of distance and elevation that will test your endurance and determination. The route is fully guided and includes support along the way to keep you fuelled and motivated. It’s a fantastic way to explore the natural beauty of the East Midlands while taking on a meaningful […]

Event now sold out, apply for the waitlist using the link below... Join #TeamUHCWCharity at the London Landmarks Half Marathon 2026! The London Landmarks Half Marathon is a closed road, central London run and is the only half marathon to go through both the City of London and City of Westminster. The event is not your average half marathon! From cultural landmarks and heritage to the city's quirky and hidden secrets, runners get to explore the capital on a route like no other! The run starts on Pall Mall, finished by Downing Street and had fabulous views of London’s most iconic landmarks including Big Ben, St Paul’s Cathedral, Nelson’s Column, the Gherkin, the Shard, the Tower of London and the London Eye. UHCW Charity have limited places available for this incredible event! Registration Fee: £35 Minimum Fundraise Target: £350 Secure your place today by registering at the link below. This event will sell out fast! So act now! Register Here: Run For Charity - Event Registration Page For any further information please contact our Community & Events Fundraiser Al Collins: alan.collins@uhcw.nhs.uk or 07767 441327 https://youtu.be/k4-GbpZ-rNc

Join #TeamUHCWCharity at the Drayton Manor 5k & 10k 2026 Join us for the return of Drayton Manor 5k & 10k! Run around the rides and rollercoasters inside the fantastic Drayton Manor Resort, including the Accelerator, Stormforce 10, Thomas Land and the Zoo! Following the race, you will be first in line to make full use of the rides within the park with Theme Park access included in your race entry! The course is flat and on tarmac paths – perfect for a PB. Race around the Drayton Manor Resort, past roller coasters and zoo animals. The route passes the theme park’s major attractions like the Accelerator, Stormforce 10 and Thomas Land. Plus past incredible animals such as meerkats, monkeys, emus and more. Registration Fee: Only £10!!! Fundraising Target: £100 Our fundraising team are here to support you all the way, from helping setup your Justgiving page, to talking through fun and unique fundraising ideas to help you smash your target. Register using the link below and help us raise vital funds for patients and their families at UHCW and Rugby St Cross. Register Here and choose your distance: Run For Charity - Event Page Listing Spectator passes are available […]

Join #TeamUHCWCharity at the Brighton Marathon 2026! The Brighton Marathon is one of the UK's favourite 26.2-milers. With a stunning backdrop of the sea in one of the country's most vibrant cities, the race gets bigger and better every year. Renowned for its buzzing atmosphere and roaring crowd support, the course winds through the city streets, finishing up on the spectacular Brighton seafront. The marathon is just one part of the Brighton Marathon Weekend, an event that also encompasses The Mini Mile Races, the BM10k and the Brighton Marathon Exhibition. UHCW Charity have limited places available for this incredible event! Registration Fee: £30 Minimum Fundraise Target: £400 Secure your place today by registering at the link below. This event will sell out fast! So act now! Register Here: Run For Charity - Event Registration Page For any further information please contact our Community & Events Fundraiser Al Collins: alan.collins@uhcw.nhs.uk or 07767 441327 https://youtu.be/szNCf53TOKM

Join #TeamUHCWCharity at the Milan Marathon 2026 Live The Marathon Feeling The Wizz Air Milano Marathon returns on April 12, 2026 with an event that’s even richer, more inclusive, and more engaging: a true running festival that welcomes over 40,000 participants every year, including marathoners, relay teams, families, and running enthusiasts. At the heart of it all is Italy’s fastest marathon: 42.195 km through the vibrant heart of Milan, along a course that touches the city’s most iconic landmarks. The entire city becomes an open-air celebration, with cheering zones, DJ sets, and the energy of the crowd supporting you every step of the way. Whether you’re aiming to improve your pace, run your first marathon, or simply live an unforgettable experience, the Wizz Air Milano Marathon is the perfect place to do it.Run where the city’s heart beats. Run where everything becomes possible. Run through the heart of Milano! Get ready for a unique experience: the Wizz Air Milano Marathon returns on April 12, 2026, with a new and exciting edition. Over 13,000 runners will gather in the city center to take part in one of the most engaging and popular sporting events in Italy. The marathon is open to everyone—professionals, amateur runners, and those running their […]

Join #TeamUHCWCharity at the Schneider Electric Marathon de Paris 2026! The Schneider Electric Marathon de Paris is now one of the biggest marathons in the world and perfectly combines a personal challenge with the chance to discover one of the world's greatest cities. Race day will see you pound the pavements of the French capital's most famous avenues and plazas.  Starting at the foot of the Arc de Triomphe, and finishing with views of Notre Dame and the Eiffel Tower to guide you home. Every year, this unique and spectacular setting attracts more and more entrants. There are now more than 23,000 runners from abroad, making up 40% of the field. NOTE: All runners will have to provide a medical certificate to be able to run, this can be obtained from your GP and a template for this is on the official website. UHCW Charity have limited places available for this incredible event! Registration Fee: £40 Minimum Fundraise Target: £450 Secure your place today by registering at the link below. This event will sell out fast! So act now! Register Here: Run For Charity - Event Registration Page For any further information please contact our Community & Events Fundraiser Al Collins: alan.collins@uhcw.nhs.uk or […]

UHCW Charity are delighted to be a charity partner for the 2026 Coventry Half Marathon and therefore have a limited number of places available for the Half marathon and 10k!! Why not join #TeamUHCWCharity at this awesome event. Recreating much of the previously popular route, the event will take place on the historic City Centre streets before heading to the nearby countryside and out towards Shakespeare’s county of Warwickshire. A great event for runners and spectators alike, this scenic route promises to attract huge crowds of supporters and allows for a spot of phenomenal sightseeing as the gothic city centre meets the picturesque countryside. Not just a route with something for everyone to appreciate, runners embarking upon the Coventry Cathedral finish line will be greeted with a goody bag of rewards, including post-run treats and a hard-earned bespoke medal for them to remember the day. Come and join #TeamUHCWCharity on Sunday 19th April to take on this incredible challenge! We are asking our supporters to pledge to raise a minimum of £100 in return for a FREE half marathon or 10k place Entrants must be 17 years or over on event day. You'll also receive the following from our dedicated fundraising […]

Join #TeamUHCWCharity at the Manchester Marathon 2026! The adidas Manchester Marathon, the UK's second largest marathon and one of Europe's largest is an iconic event drawing participants from all over the world to the vibrant streets of Greater Manchester. We pride ourselves in welcoming all to take on our 26.2 mile challenge, from some superb elite runners, to those who thought completing a marathon would never be possible. Many regular runners find this the ideal event to get a personal best time, whilst everybody finds the incredible Mancunian support throughout the course unforgettable. UHCW Charity have limited places available for this incredible event! Registration Fee: £20 Minimum Fundraise Target: £500 Secure your place today by registering at the link below. This event will sell out fast! So act now! Register Here: Run For Charity - Event Registration Page For any further information please contact our Community & Events Fundraiser Al Collins: alan.collins@uhcw.nhs.uk or 07767 441327 https://youtu.be/0P0vyVFdCaw

Join #TeamUHCWCharity at the Shakespeare Half & Marathon 2026! Join us for this well established road closed Marathon and Half Marathon around Stratford-upon-avon. The new and improved, flat and fast route follows 1 lap for the half marathon and 2 laps for the marathon. The majority of the route follows closed roads, with the remainder on the Stratford Greenway footpath, a hard compact footpath, ideal for PB racing! The route heads from the town centre, past the racecourse, into Luddington & Welford-on-Avon before joining the Stratford Greenway back into Stratford-upon-Avon. The half marathon will head into the Recreation Ground from there. The marathon will complete a 2nd, extended loop, which also heads through Long Marston, before returning to the Recreation Ground for the finish. UHCW Charity have limited places available for this incredible event! Half Marathon Registration Fee: £10 Half Marathon Minimum Fundraise Target: £100 Full Marathon Registration Fee: £15 Full Marathon Minimum Fundraise Target: £150 Secure your place today by registering at the links below. Register Here for Half: Run For Charity - Event Registration Page Register Here for Full: Run For Charity - Event Registration Page For any further information please contact our Community & Events Fundraiser Al […]

UHCW Charity is thrilled to announce that we have Charity places in the iconic London Marathon 2026! One of the world’s most famous races, the TCS London Marathon is back on Sunday 26th April 2026, and we want you on our team! Join thousands of runners on the streets of London and help raise vital funds to support patients, families, and staff across University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire. Whether it’s your first marathon or your fiftieth, this is your chance to be part of something unforgettable, and make a real difference along the way. Run for #TeamUHCWCharity APPLICATIONS HAVE NOW CLOSED Already have a place? That’s fantastic news! You can still make every mile matter by choosing to support UHCW Charity. If you’d like to join #TeamUHCWCharity, we’d love to hear from you. Get in touch and let us know. https://www.uhcwcharity.org/london-marathon-2026