Challenge Events
Whether you want to take on a marathon, run through the streets of your favourite city, or start small with a gentle 5K, we have a wide range of events that you can sign up to. Join team FoodCycle and you’ll be helping to bring food and conversation to people across the country – plus, you’ll receive your very own FoodCycle running vest. Fancy dress optional.
London Marathon 2027
Sunday 25th April 2027
With 750,000 spectators cheering you on, you’ll run 26.2 miles past World-famous sites such as Tower Bridge, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace. Apply now for a chance to secure one of two charity places.
Manchester Half Marathon
Sunday 4th October 2026
The Manchester Half Marathon hosts a very flat course, perfect for smashing personal bests but also the ideal route for those new to half marathons and charity runners. There is a lovely 2-mile flat finish that brings you to the conclusion of the race at Emirates Old Trafford Lancashire County Cricket Club.
Royal Parks Half Marathon
Sunday 11th October 2026
Runners will glide through four of London’s stunning Royal Parks, Kensington Gardens, Hyde Park, St James’s Park and The Green Park. The 13.1m extraordinary route brushes past London’s most famous landmarks, including The Houses of Parliament, Trafalgar Square and Buckingham Palace, all on closed roads.
Great South Run
Sunday 18th October 2026
The AJ Bell Great South Run is probably the world’s favourite 10-miler, with inspiring history, salty air and glorious sea views guaranteed. Portsmouth’s supporters will keep your spirits and motivation up the whole way round, with blaring music, cheers and high fives.
Sunderland 10K
Sunday 29th November 2026
Take in the sea air and coastal views with the brand new Sunderland 10K a fast, flat out-and-back course along the scenic Roker Seafront. Starting from the iconic Roker Beach, runners will head out along the promenade before finishing with a memorable lap of historic Roker Park.
Manchester Marathon 2027
Sunday 18th April 2027
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.
Ride for FoodCycle
From local races to epic adventures, we’ve got cycling events to suit everyone. Whether you’re just getting started or chasing your next PB there’s a place for you on the start line. So grab your helmet and let’s get riding.
Sahara Desert Trek
This five day trek covers 100km passing through Morocco’s forbidding landscape punctuated by peaks, gorges, dunes and oases. At night, sleep under Africa’s star strewn skies and enjoy traditional Berber hospitality.
National Three Peaks Challenge
Take on one of Britain’s toughest outdoor challenges – the National 3 Peaks. Over two days you’ll climb the highest mountains in Scotland, England and Wales: Ben Nevis (1,344m), Scafell Pike (978m) and Snowdon/Yr Wyddfa (1,085m), covering 26 miles and almost 3,000m of ascent.
Thames Footpath Challenge
Mt. Kilimanjaro Summit Climb
Trek to Machu Picchu
To sign up to any of these events, please follow the links above.
There are many more events across the country that you can take part in, you can see all the events here.
£5
Can provide a welcoming cuppa for a table of guests
£10
Can seat two people at the table who might otherwise eat alone
£25
Can provide a family with a healthy, cooked meal (and parents a welcome night off)
£50
Can help provide additional ingredients and kitchen equipment
£250
Can cover the cost of a community meal for 40 guests
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