Challenge Events - test your fitness to raise money for charity
Take on a fundraising challenge for Mary’s Meals
From marathons to hikes, there are always opportunities to raise funds for Mary's Meals by taking on active challenge. You can find out about some of our favourite events below – and remember that you can select Mary's Meals in any event of your choice.
Sign up for the London Marathon 2027
April 2027
The London Marathon is an amazing bucket list experience and in 2027 we are excited to have guaranteed charity places in the race.
If you're ready to lace up your shoes to the challenge and help us feed the next hungry child, get in touch for more information and to register your interest by contacting info@marysmeals.org.
Great North Run
13 September 2026
Run the world’s largest half marathon for Mary’s Meals!
Join Team Mary’s Meals in the Great North Run, in Newcastle upon Tyne. Enjoy this epic 13.1 mile course, cheered on by a famously supportive crowd, and cross a legendary finish line with a party like no other. Have fun and achieve an incredible personal goal, knowing the money you raise will provide life-changing school meals to children living in some of the world’s poorest communities.
To sign up fill out this online form.
If you already have a ballot place and would like to fundraise for Mary’s Meals, please contact info@marysmeals.org. Thank you!
Royal Parks Half Marathon
11 October 2026
Be a part of the Mary’s Meals team running this iconic half marathon. This stunning race takes place on closed roads through four Royal Parks and past world-famous landmarks and sells out every year.
To sign up fill out this online form.
SPAR Craic 10K
17 March 2026
Join more than five thousand runners on St Patrick’s Day in this race on the streets of Belfast!
To sign up please contact info@marysmeals.org.
Kiltwalk
Various locations and dates in 2026
Don your kilt and take part in one of the walking events listed below. Visit the Kiltwalk website for full terms and conditions and to sign up – remembering to select Mary’s Meals as your charity!
Step by Step to Feed the Next Child
Throughout July and August 2026
Join Mary’s Meals volunteers and supporters from across Northern Ireland for a summer walking challenge.
With many routes available, there's a walk for all abilities!
Find out more information on the walks and sign up.
The Shropshire Three Peaks Challenge
Date TBC
The Shropshire Three Peaks Challenge is a walking (or running) event taking in three of Shropshire's finest peaks.
This is a challenging route with a total distance of 10 miles with 2,450 ft of elevation but you will be rewarded with some amazing views and an abundance of cake at the finish line!
The entry fee of £19.15 will enable Mary's Meals to feed a child a meal a day for a whole school year.
For more information contact info@marysmeals.org
London to Brighton Bike Ride
13 September 2026
This iconic race takes you 55 miles from Clapham Common to Brighton Beach and over the beautiful Ditchling Beacon. It’s a challenging but sociable event with rest and refreshments stops on the route and a packed lunch at the end!
Find out more and sign up contact info@marysmeals.org.
Belfast City Half Marathon
20 September 2026
Northern Ireland’s biggest half marathon, an unmissable atmosphere and a route taking in Belfast’s best sights.
For details on how to enter please contact us info@marysmeals.org.
Ultra Challenge
Various locations and dates in 2026
Take on a walk, jog or run along stunning coastlines, or trails through outstanding countryside.
Choose from one of 18 inspirational events across the UK and fundraise for Mary’s Meals. These are challenging events for all fitness levels, ages and experience and can be tackled as a team or as an individual.
Find out more and sign up here.
Sign up for Challenge Event
To take part in the Great North Run 2026 or the Royal Parks Half Marathon 2026 and fundraise for Mary’s Meals fill out the form below and we will be in touch.
