Take on a challenge

Are you ready to take on a challenge? Find a sponsored run, bike ride or swim. Raise funds to help deaf people live well with hearing loss.

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Take on an Ultra Challenge

UK’s No 1 Series of treks & trail runs! Take on a challenge at your pace and fundraise for Hearing Dogs. With 20 events to choose from throughout 2026, there's an Ultra Challenge for you!

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London Marathon 2027

Run for Team Hearing Dogs at the 2027 London Marathon! Charity places and support packs for ballot runners now available!

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Great North Run 2026

Take on The AJ Bell Great North Run for Hearing Dogs - the world’s biggest and best half marathon!

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Great South Run 2026

Take on One of the World’s Favourite Running Events! The  AJ Bell Great South Run is one of the world’s most iconic 10-mile running events, with inspiring history, salty sea air and glorious coastal views guaranteed. 

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Spinnaker Tower Abseil

Take on a once-in-a-lifetime challenge, abseiling 100-metres down Portsmouth’s iconic Spinnaker Tower. Places are limited, sign up today and make a real difference!

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Kelpies Experience

The Kelpies Experience is the first ever guided aerial exploration of the world’s largest equine sculptures. With a discounted charity rate, take part in something new and amazing, to help transform the lives of deaf people.

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Kiltwalk 2026

Join Scotland’s largest walking event, With 4 locations, all with 3 different distances, there is something for everyone!

Sign up to one of the dates below and choose Hearing Dogs for Deaf People as your chosen charity:  

  • Glasgow - 25, 26 April
  • Aberdeen - 7 June
  • Dundee - 16 August
  • Edinburgh - 13 September
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Manchester Half Marathon 2026

Join thousands of participants of all abilities for an unforgettable 13.1-miles through the buzzing streets of Greater Manchester.

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Oxford Half 2026

A Prestigious Half. The fast and flat Oxford Half returns on Sunday 11 October 2026, offering the perfect route for both first time runners and PB chasers. Get your charity place today. 

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Royal Parks Half 2026


Experience running for Hearing Dogs through some of the capital’s most stunning Royal Parks in this half marathon.  

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Saucony London 10K


Experience the joy of this 10k event whilst raising vital funds to help people live well with hearing loss.  

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Find a local contact

Our team of friendly Community Fundraising Managers are based all across the UK. Find your local contact and speak to them about fundraising for Hearing Dogs today.

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Can't find the right event for you?

If you have found your own event or want to design your own please visit our Do your own challenge webpage or get in touch. Email: events@hearingdogs.org.uk.