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Whether you join one of our flagship One Walk events or scale the summit of Kilimanjaro, taking part in a fundraising trek or walk is the perfect way to make lifelong memories and achieve something really special. We have a wide range of UK and overseas challenges available.
Walk together. Raise together. Move us closer to a world without type 1 diabetes. Register your interest now!
Kick off your 2026 with this fun challenge for the whole family, taking in the amazing sites of London.
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.
Tackle the island’s stunning coast path along spectacular cliffs and help us drive towards a cure for T1D.
This hugely popular Ultra Challenge takes you along spectacular World Heritage coastline to the town of Bridport.
This family-friendly challenge follows the Llanberis Path on a 11-12 mile walk to the summit of Snowdon.
Travel from capital to coast, taking in the picturesque Surrey and Sussex countryside along the way.
Tackle the hills of the stunning Lake District National Park in this Ultra Challenge with a choice of distances.
Starting in Bakewell, over 3,000 adventures will take on the fabulous Peak District as a walk, jog or run.
As darkness falls and the moon rises, embark on either a 10-mile or 10km walk through the heart of London.
Take in unrivalled views of the London skyline from the city’s best vantage points – its bridges!
Starting at Putney Bridge, you’ll follow the famous towpath and take in the gorgeous scenery of Richmond, Hampton Court and Windsor.
Organise your own local One Walk to raise money for people living with type 1 diabetes and be part of a great community.
Choose from over 20 Ultra Challenge events across the UK and help to drive breakthroughs in type 1 diabetes in 2026.
If you manage to secure your own place at a charity walk or trek, we’d be delighted to have you join our team.
Walking and trekking is a hugely popular way to raise funds for charity and there are challenges suitable for all abilities and ages.
By walking for Breakthrough T1D, every step will be powering our world-class research into type 1 diabetes.
Our trekkers will receive full support from our friendly team, plus a free Breakthrough T1D T-shirt to wear with pride during their challenge, so sign up today!
With hundreds of challenges to choose from it has never been easier to get those steps in and help support Breakthrough T1D at the same time.
If you have any questions about walking for Breakthrough T1D, please email our Active Events team.
From 5km to ultra-marathons, worldwide to local, find a running event to suit you.
Hop in the saddle and take on a fundraising cycle ride for Breakthrough T1D.
From skydives to zip-wires, our adrenaline events are the perfect choice for all thrill-seekers.
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