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The London Winter Walk is back, and we want you to join Team Breakthrough T1D!
Kick off your 2026 with this fun challenge for the whole family. Start and finish at the Oval Cricket Ground and take in the amazing sites of London as you walk along the Thames.
Take on the challenge solo or gather a group of friends or family. With full marathon, half marathon, 10km, or even the family-friendly 5km options to choose from, there’s a London Winter Walk for everyone!
You’ll get full support all the way, plenty of food and drink, a medal and celebration finish.
Push yourself further in 2026, take on an Ultra Challenge and help us drive towards a cure for type 1 diabetes.
As Breakthrough T1D are a partnered charity on this challenge, sign up before the end of October and you will get 50% off your registration fee. Just use the code 50%CHARITY at checkout.
Simply head to the Ultra Challenge website, choose your distance and payment option, and select Breakthrough T1D from the list of Associated Charities.
Got a question? Message our friendly Events Team at events@breakthrought1d.org.uk and we’ll be happy to help.
Head to the Ultra Challenge website to find out more and book now!
If this event doesn’t quite fit the bill, there are loads more to choose from. Have a browse of our other walk and trek events:
Take on 10,000 steps a day for 40 days to represent the 400,000 people in the UK living with T1D.
Join 2,000 other challengers on a route taking in the sites of historic Bath and surrounding countryside.
Three peaks, 25 miles and 12 hours – are you ready to take on this exhilarating trek challenge?
Join 2,000 other challengers on a picturesque route following the Thames Path along the river.
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