Race The Distance

23/05/2026

🏴 Land’s End to John O’Groats – 874 Mile Virtual Challenge

Take on one of the most iconic endurance routes in the UK — the legendary journey from Land’s End to John O’Groats!

Run, walk, cycle, swim, or use a wheelchair — or mix it up however you like — to complete the full 874-mile distance virtually. You can also use this challenge and medal to commemorate your real-world event if you’re tackling the route in person!

From Cornwall’s windswept coast to the stunning Scottish Highlands, this challenge symbolises determination, endurance, and achievement — a true test of willpower from one end of Britain to the other.

There’s no time limit, so you can take it at your own pace — whether that’s over weeks, months, or even years.

🏅 Your Medal
Celebrate your epic journey with a premium finisher’s medal worthy of the distance. Beautifully detailed and designed to capture the spirit of this iconic British route, it’s the perfect reward for one of the greatest challenges in the country.

📲 Tracking & Submitting Your Progress
When you sign up, you’ll receive your personalised tracking link to record your mileage as and when you wish.
You’ll see your progress move along the interactive virtual map, travelling from the southern tip of England to the northernmost point of Scotland.

Once you cross the finish line on the map, your medal will be sent automatically — no extra steps required!

🌍 About the Route
The traditional route covers 874 miles (1,407 km) by road and typically takes cyclists around 10–14 days to complete. The current running record for the route stands at just nine days — but this challenge is all about your journey, your pace, and your accomplishment.

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17/05/2026

🗽 New York 75 Mile Challenge – 75 Miles

Take on the ultimate journey through the city that never sleeps as you complete the New York 75 Mile Challenge.

From the bright lights of Times Square to the peaceful paths of Central Park, this virtual adventure guides you through the heart of one of the world’s most iconic cities.

Complete the full 75 mile distance and experience legendary New York landmarks along the way:

🗽 The Statue of Liberty standing proudly over the harbour
🌆 The dazzling skyline of Manhattan at sunset
🌉 Crossing the iconic Brooklyn Bridge
🌳 Running through the winding paths of Central Park
🎭 The energy of Broadway and Times Square after dark

With every mile, you’ll explore the sights, sounds, and spirit of New York — a city built on ambition, endurance, and unforgettable moments.

An incredible challenge whether you take it on solo or alongside friends. There’s no time limit, so you can complete your New York journey at your own pace.

🎖️ Earn your exclusive New York 75 Mile Challenge medal – a bold keepsake featuring the Manhattan skyline, Statue of Liberty, yellow taxis, and classic NYC detailing, finished in metallic silver and gold.

📍 Distance: 75 Miles
🏃 How to complete: Run, walk, cycle, hike, treadmill or mix it up
🕰️ No deadline – start anytime and finish at your own pace
🌍 Track your progress and complete your journey from anywhere

https://racethedistance.com/products/new-york-75-mile-challenge-75-miles

26/04/2026

Armed Forces Day 26K Challenge

Celebrate courage, commitment, and community with our Armed Forces Day 26K Virtual Challenge.

Held in honour of Armed Forces Day, this event recognises the incredible men and women who serve — past and present — in the British Armed Forces. As part of this challenge, 10% of every entry fee will be donated and shared between SSAFA, Royal British Legion, and Help for Heroes, supporting those who have given so much.

💪 Your Challenge, Your Way
Take on the 26K distance in a way that suits you:

Run 🏃
Walk 🚶
Cycle 🚴
Swim 🏊
Row 🚣
Wheelchair ♿

Or combine activities — it’s completely up to you.

There’s no time limit, so whether you complete it in one go or build up over days or weeks, you can take part at your own pace. Please note that medals will be sent from Mid-May onwards.

🌍 What is a Virtual Challenge?
A virtual challenge means you can take part anywhere, anytime. There are no restrictions on location or activity — just choose your distance, track your progress, and work towards your goal in a way that fits your lifestyle.

We’re proud to make our challenges as accessible and inclusive as possible.

📲 Track Your Progress
Upload activities anytime using your personal submission link
Connect directly with Strava for automatic tracking
Or manually enter your progress if preferred
View real-time leaderboards and compare results by age, gender, and country
Follow your journey on interactive maps for a more immersive experience
🎖️ Earn Your Medal
Once you complete the 26K challenge, you’ll receive:

✔️ A beautiful Armed Forces Day medal
✔️ A personalised downloadable certificate, featuring your achievement

https://racethedistance.com/products/armed-forces-day-26km-challenge-live-tracking-map

19/04/2026

🌊 South West Coast Path Challenge – 630KM

Take on one of the UK’s most breathtaking adventures as you complete the full 630KM South West Coast Path Challenge.

Stretching along dramatic cliffs, golden beaches, and rugged coastline, this virtual journey follows the iconic trail from Somerset to Dorset — a true test of endurance, resilience, and determination.

Guided by crashing waves, sweeping sea views, and ever-changing landscapes, every step brings you closer to completing one of Britain’s greatest long-distance routes.

Take on the full 630KM distance and experience the beauty of the South West:

🌊 Towering cliffs and coastal paths carved by the Atlantic
🏖️ Hidden coves, sandy beaches, and turquoise waters
🌅 Stunning sunrises and sunsets over the sea
🏡 Charming seaside villages and historic harbours
🦅 Wildlife encounters along unspoiled natural landscapes

With every kilometre, you follow a path shaped by nature, history, and adventure.

An epic challenge — whether you take it on solo or with friends. There’s no time limit, so move at your own pace and conquer the coastline your way.

🎖️ Earn your exclusive South West Coast Path medal – a beautifully designed keepsake featuring rugged cliffs, rolling waves, and coastal detailing, finished in antique silver and ocean tones.

📍 Distance: 630KM
🏃 How to complete: Run, walk, cycle, hike, treadmill or mix it up
🕰️ No deadline – start anytime and finish at your own pace
🌍 Track your progress and complete your journey from anywhere

https://racethedistance.com/products/south-west-coastal-path-challenge

5k, 10k, Half Marathons, Marathon. Win medals, prizes and compete to top the running hall of fame. Run where and when you like against people Worldwide

21/03/2026

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Ready for your next challenge? Now’s the perfect time to start…

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💪 Walk, run or jog at your own pace
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28/02/2026

Spring 100 Miles Challenge 🌸

Take on 100 miles between 20th March and 21st June, moving your way through spring at your own pace. Whether you’re building consistency, staying motivated, or working towards a bigger fitness goal, this challenge is all about steady progress and enjoying the journey.

Complete your miles your way — split them across the season, log them whenever suits you, and finish feeling stronger, healthier and proud of what you’ve achieved.

Every finisher earns our exclusive Spring 100 Miles medal, featuring a beautifully detailed spring design with blooming flowers, fresh greenery and a charming lamb to represent renewal, new beginnings and perseverance.

Why you’ll love this challenge:
🌱 Complete 100 miles at your own pace
📅 Run throughout the entire spring season
🏅 Receive a high-quality, collectible finisher medal
🌍 Take part anywhere — treadmill, outdoors or abroad
🎯 Ideal for beginners, regular exercisers and seasoned challengers alike
This challenge is perfect whether you’re:

Getting back into fitness after winter
Training towards a longer event
Looking for motivation and accountability
Completing the miles solo or with friends, family or colleagues.

https://racethedistance.com/products/spring-100-miles-challenge

15/02/2026

Autism Awareness 5K Virtual Challenge

Take on the Autism Awareness 5K Virtual Challenge and earn a vibrant finisher medal celebrating neurodiversity, inclusion, and acceptance.

Featuring a striking rainbow infinity symbol, this premium medal represents the endless spectrum of autism and the belief that different minds make the world stronger. Complete your 5K anywhere, at your own pace, while helping raise awareness and funds for autism-related causes.

Whether you choose to run, walk, jog, or roll, this challenge is designed to be inclusive and accessible to all abilities. It’s perfect for individuals, families, schools, workplaces, and community groups looking to support autism acceptance in a positive, meaningful way.

25% of the entry will be donated to the National Autistic Society.

🏃 The Challenge
Distance: 5 kilometres
How: Run, walk, jog, wheelchair or treadmill
Where: Anywhere – indoors or outdoors
When: Complete in your own time

🎖️ The Medal
Bold rainbow infinity symbol design
Premium metallic finish
Colourful autism-inspired ribbon featuring repeating infinity icons
Designed to be worn with pride

💙 Why Take Part?
Support autism awareness and acceptance
Inclusive for all ages and abilities
Ideal for personal fundraising or group participation
A meaningful keepsake to mark your achievement

Group entries, school participation, and bulk discounts are available — please get in touch for details.

https://racethedistance.com/products/autism-awareness-5k-virtual-challenge-infinity-symbol-finisher-medal

30/01/2026

Run 28 – February Run Challenge | Run Every Day in February

Take on the ultimate February consistency challenge with Run 28 – a simple but powerful running challenge designed to kick-start your year the right way.

Run at least 1 kilometre every day throughout February. That’s it.

No pace targets. No pressure. Just show up daily and build the habit.

Whether you’re easing into running, maintaining fitness, or stacking miles for the year ahead, Run 28 is all about discipline, momentum, and consistency.

Complete all 28 days and earn your exclusive Run 28 February finisher medal, featuring a bold calendar-style design to mark off every completed day.

How It Works

🗓 Run every day in February
🏃♂️ Minimum distance: 1km per day
📍 Run anywhere, anytime
⏱ Go at your own pace – walk, jog, or run
🏅 Finish all 28 days to earn your medal

Why Join Run 28?

Perfect motivation for winter running
Ideal for beginners and seasoned runners
Builds consistency and mental toughness
A brilliant way to start (or continue) the year strong
A bold, collectible finisher medal to celebrate your achievement

Who Is It For?

✔ Beginners
✔ Casual runners
✔ Marathon trainers
✔ Streak runners
✔ Anyone who completed a January challenge and wants to keep the momentum going
✔ Or anyone looking for a fresh, achievable fitness challenge

Run 28 is simple. It’s achievable. And it works.
One kilometre. Every day. February sorted. 💪🏅

https://racethedistance.com/products/run-28-febuary-run-challenge-run-every-day-in-febuary

16/01/2026

The Three Peaks Challenge – 25.5 Miles

Conquer Britain’s three highest peaks and earn one ultimate finisher medal.

Challenge Description
The Three Peaks Challenge brings together the most iconic mountains in the UK — Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike, and Snowdon — into one unforgettable endurance challenge.

Together, these legendary peaks represent the ultimate test of determination, resilience, and commitment.

This virtual challenge invites you to complete a total of 25.5 miles, combining:

🏔️ Ben Nevis – 10.5 miles
🏔️ Scafell Pike – 6 miles
🏔️ Snowdon – 9 miles

You can complete the distance anywhere, at any time, and in any way that suits you. Run, walk, hike, or split the miles across multiple sessions. Indoors or outdoors. Trail, road, or treadmill — every mile counts.

This is your chance to take on Britain’s most famous peaks without pressure, deadlines, or travel — and still earn a medal worthy of the challenge.

This challenge is perfect whether you’re completing the Three Peaks in real life or taking it on as a virtual challenge. If you’re climbing the peaks on location, it’s the ideal way to mark your achievement with a premium finisher medal. If you’re completing it virtually, you can run, walk, or hike the full distance anywhere, at your own pace — with every mile counting towards the same ultimate goal.

Or complete them as individual challenges.

Enter via our website

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01/01/2026

2026 – Annual Challenge

500 Miles / 1000 Miles / 2026 Miles or 3.5 Million Steps

2026 is the Year of the Horse — a symbol of strength, speed, and freedom! Keep that momentum charging forward all year long with this incredible annual challenge.

Run, walk, cycle, swim, or use a wheelchair — or mix it up however you like — to conquer your miles on our real-world interactive virtual map. Complete the challenge at your own pace, anywhere, anytime, and earn your exclusive 2026 Year of the Horse medal when you cross the finish line.

You’ll have from January 1st to 23:59 on December 31st, 2026 to complete your distance, and you can even count mileage from other Race The Distance events toward your total.

🏅 Your Medal
Our annual medals are our finest creations — measuring a huge 105mm across, 5mm thick, and weighing 112g. Finished in stunning chrome with intricate detailing, this medal is built to be a true showpiece worthy of your year-long effort.

🗺️ Real-World Routes
Every virtual route follows real-life roads and trails, taking you through towns, past famous landmarks, and even across countries. Set your sights on the next town along the map — it’s an adventure you’ll truly enjoy from start to finish!

💻 Submitting & Tracking Your Progress
You’ll receive a personalised tracking link to record your progress throughout the year.
Our real-time results system updates instantly with leaderboards sortable by age, gender, and country. You’ll even see your progress move across interactive live maps for an immersive experience!

Tracking links will be emailed at the end of December 2025, ready for the challenge launch.

🔗 Strava Connect
Uploading your progress couldn’t be easier — simply connect directly with Strava to automatically import your activities.
Don’t have Strava? No problem — you can also add activities manually at any time.

📜 Personalised Downloadable Certificate

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