Fancy joining #TeamAPP and taking on a challenge to raise vital funds?
We've partnered with RunforCharity to enable our supporters to gain access to hundreds of events all over the country (and even overseas). Whether you're looking for a tough ultra-marathon, a gentle 10k, a triathlon, a bike ride, a family-friendly fun run, a challenging obstacle race or even a bungee jump - there's something for everyone.
Whatever you choose, we'll be behind you all the way, supporting you to reach your fundraising target and achieve your goals.
Below are just a few of the events we have access to. If nothing here takes your fancy, or you'd like to find an event closer to you, the full list of all events and activities on the RunforCharity website is here.
2025 Events
ToughMudders - nationwide
The ultimate obstacle course challenge now has 12+ obstacles over a 5km run.
With no competition and no timing, it’s just you, your teammates and muddy strangers working together to conquer the course and earn the world-famous orange headband.
With events from May through to September and all over the UK, click here to find your nearest one and sign up to be part of it!
Inflatable fun runs - nationwide
Get ready to bounce your way through The World's BIGGEST and most EPIC Inflatable 5K Obstacle Course!
With events taking place between April and October all across the country - Ipswich, Derby, St Albans, Cheltenham, Brands Hatch, Glasgow, Guilford, Lincoln, Plymouth, Leeds, Bristol, Southampton, Coventry, Cheshire, Exeter, Newcastle, Edinburgh, Chatsworth, York, Brighton, Norwich and Windsor - they're going to be BIGGER, BOUNCIER, and BETTER than ever before! The excitement has been pumped up to the MAX, you'll be jumping, sliding, and bouncing your way to the finish line like never before. There are 2.5, 5, 10 and 15km options, and everyone aged 5 and above is welcome, so grab your friends and family, lace up your trainers, and get ready for the ultimate inflatable adventure! Click here to register for a fun day out!
Birmingham Running Festival
The Birmingham Running Festival is back again on Sunday 16th February 2025 at the wonderful Sutton Park in Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham.
Choose between a 5k, 10k or Half Marathon distance or join the kids race making it the perfect opportunity for a fun morning out running with friends and family! Register here to guarantee your place.
Bath Half
Taking place on the 16th March, you could be part of one of the UK's most established road races - the Bath Half Marathon! Join 15,000 other runners on the flat, picturesque course and enjoy the electric atmosphere. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a total novice - this event is perfect for everyone.
Register here to secure your spot.
Brighton Marathon
APP has just three remaining places available in the iconic Brighton Marathon, taking place on 6th April 2025 and we'd love you to join #TeamAPP and be part of it!
Experience the thrill of running through Brighton’s vibrant streets, ending right by the beautiful seafront with huge crowds cheering you on!
Run for APP and we'll provide you with a free running top, fundraising pack and loads of support while you're training. There's a £26 registration fee and a minimum fundraising target of £300. Email fundraising@app-network.org today to secure your spot.
London Landmarks Half
Taking place on 6th April 2025, this closed road, central London run 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 2024 event started 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. Already sold out - waiting list open now - register here to join the list.
London to Paris Cycle
Ride the iconic 196 mile London to Paris Cycle Challenge, and join the team for a wonderful adventure. Cycle through the picturesque Sussex countryside, rolling hills and the beautiful market towns of Northern France, for a grand finale finish at the Eiffel Tower.
Starting on 24 April 2025, this is one of the greatest cycling experiences in Europe. This 3 day adventure is well organised and well-supported.
Full details and info on how to register can be found here.
Leeds Half Marathon
The Leeds Half Marathon is Yorkshire’s biggest and probably loudest event of its kind. The much-loved run, taking place on 11th May 2025, raises hundreds of thousands of pounds for charity every year and often attracts more than 7,500 runners. But what makes it special is the crowds. Support for runners along the route is always phenomenal, whatever the weather. Every participant will get a boost from the words of encouragement they receive.
Like all our events, the Leeds Half attracts runners of all abilities and ages. With a fantastically vibrant atmosphere guaranteed, this run could be right up your street. Reserve your place today.
Hackney Half
A Half Marathon with a difference. Call your crew to the Wizz Air Hackney Half start line on Sunday 18th May. Already sold out to general entries, so the only way to be there on the day is to run for charity.
Hackney Moves is a highlight of London's running calendar. This is an unforgettable weekend of movement, sport and entertainment. Expect pure vibrancy as the borough comes alive for a weekend of celebration.
Sign up here to be part of it.
London 10k
MORE THAN A RUN! Following sell-outs in 2023 and 2024, don't miss your chance to be a part of 2025! Enjoy an incredible closed-road route through central London, past some of the city's most famous landmarks, including Big Ben and the London Eye all whilst running for
your favourite charity! The most iconic capital city 10K race, taking place on Sunday 13 July 2025. This flat and friendly event is perfect for beginners or seasoned pros chasing a new PB! Sign up now so you don't miss out!
Hillsborough Running Festival (NI)
With a 5k, 10k and half marathon, these ROAD CLOSED races will start and finish within the beautiful Grounds of Hillsborough Castle, before heading out onto the surrounding rural roads of Hillsborough and taking in historic attractions in the local area such as Hillsborough Fort and Hillsborough Lake, and finishing with a lap of the Gardens before crossing the finish line in the event village. Each mile is accurately marked out with distance flags and we have plenty of helpers to keep you on track and to encourage you on your way to the finish. Sign up here if you'd like to be part of it!
Cardiff Half
The Cardiff Half Marathon has grown into one of the largest and most exciting road races in Europe. Taking place on 5th October 2025, it is Wales’ largest mass-participation and multi-charity fundraising event and the second largest half in the UK. Its flat, fast course passes all the city’s most breath-taking scenery and iconic landmarks including Cardiff Castle, the Principality Stadium, Civic Centre and stunning Cardiff Bay. Thousands of spectators turn out to cheer on the runners in a city renowned for its sporting passion. This event always sells out so register today to secure your place.
Great Scottish Run
With a city centre start and finish, the AJ Bell Great Scottish Run is a celebration of everything that makes Glasgow truly great: inspiring urban architecture, green spaces, history, music, strength, spirit and, of course, great people, personality and humour. Thousands of runners take part each year to challenge themselves and to raise money for good causes. And Scotland’s friendliest city always delivers on the support front too, with crowds of locals turning out each year to cheer and high-five from beginning to end. Plus there’s medals, finisher t-shirts and bragging rights for all! In 2025, the event will take place on 5th October. Register for your place here before it sells out!
Royal Parks Half
With the 2025 event taking place on 12th October, this is the most spectacular half marathon that central London has to offer - it is a unique and inspiring event. 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.
Plus, the event village in Hyde Park hosts a fantastic food and fitness festival, ensuring a brilliant day out for runners and supporters alike. The Royal Parks Half is a beautiful event with charity at its heart and has raised nearly £60 million for over 1000 charity partners since 2008. It's always a sell out so be quick if you want to be part of it! Register here.
Manchester Half Marathon
Taking place on 12th October, this fabulous half marathon sees runners take on generous, closed roads across the towns of Old Trafford, Stretford and Brooklands, with the promise of great support and an abundance of entertainment enroute.
The Manchester Half 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 event at Emirates Old Trafford Lancashire County Cricket Club. Three amazing MBU nurses took on this event for us in 2024 - could you take part for APP in 2025? Sign up here!
Great South Run
The AJ Bell Great South Run, taking place on 19th October this year, 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, high fives, fist bumps all part of the incredible AJ Bell Great South Run experience. Plus, there’s a medal, exclusive finisher t-shirt and bragging rights at the finish line. There’s a reason 99% of runners say they’d recommend it to a friend – lots of reasons, in fact. Register here to claim your place.
Regional Events
Looking for an event near you?
There are so many to choose from, including triathlons and aquabike events, ultramarathons and trail runs, ToughMudder events; women only events, and running festivals all over the country.
Check out all the opportunities in your area here:
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Other 2025 events include...
- The Great Run Series - 10k and half marathons in Birmingham, Bristol, Manchester and Glasgow.
- Gateshead Marathon
- Paris Marathon
- The Great North Swim
- The Great North Run
- Swim Serpentine (details TBC)
- London - Amsterdam Cycle 3 day (May)
- Colchester Zoo 10k Stampede (May)
- Etape Caledonia - Cycle (May)
- London - Amsterdam Cycle 4 day (Sept)
- Blenheim Palace Triathlon
- Amsterdam Half and Full Marathon (details TBC)
If none of these events are right for you - don't worry - we have access to hundreds more all over the country - just get in touch and let us know what you're looking for and we'll find something that's just perfect for you. Or you can decide on your own personal challenge as part of our Miles for Mums and Babies campaign.
Email fundraising@app-network.org
How do I raise funds before my event takes place?
We're here to support you with your fundraising - you're not alone! We can provide you with free fundraising materials including t-shirts, running vests, balloons, info leaflets, collection boxes and can help with ideas and inspiration as well as moral support.
JustGiving is an easy to use online, secure platform that enables you to raise money ahead of your event. The events listed above usually have minimum fundraising targets (generally around £250 but it varies depending on the event) - add your target to your JustGiving page and write a short paragraph about why you are raising money and what APP does. You can add photos of yourself if you want, and share updates of how your planning and training are going. Then share your page with friends and family, on social media, at work and anywhere else you can think of. Supporters can leave you a message along with their donation and many fundraisers find these really inspiring.
If you have lived experience of PP and are comfortable doing so, you may wish to share your story as part of your fundraising. This can help people understand more about PP and how important APP is in providing information, raising awareness and offering peer support to PP mums and families all over the UK. If you would like support to share your story, let us know via fundraising@app-network.org.
The APP team can give you lots of tips and support with your fundraising too - just get in touch.
If you'd like us to, we can also help you tell others what you're doing by featuring it on our fundraising news page, in our newsletter and on our APP social media platforms.