Take part in a charity hike or ultra walk

What to expect

Our hiking and ultra walk events are fully organised and supported, so you can focus on the walking and the fundraising. Each event offers a choice of distances, ranging from 8 km to 100 miles, so you can pick a challenge that suits your fitness level. Events take place across some of the UK’s most scenic landscapes, with well-marked routes, rest stops, and experienced event staff on hand throughout.

Registration fees vary by event and distance, and there is no set fundraising minimum, just raise as much as you can for Changing Faces.
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What is an ultra walk?

Ultra walks are long distance walking challenges, typically between 25 km and 100 km and set across stunning UK landscapes. They are designed for people of all fitness levels, not just experienced hikers. You can walk or run at your own pace, with full event support, rest stops, food and drink, and a warm community atmosphere every step of the way.

This year we are proud to be able to offer places in one of the UK’s most popular ultra walks, The peak District Challenge. Taking place between 18th and 19th September, the Peak District Challenge is an epic multi-distance event, set across the stunning moorland and valleys of the Peak District. Whether you’re looking for an achievable first challenge or something truly formidable, there are five distances to choose from: the Copper (25 km), Bronze (50 km), Silver (75 km), Gold (100 km) and the ultimate 100 miles in 24 hours. All entries include a hot meal, goody bag, GPS tracker and full safety support, and 100% of any sponsorship you raise goes directly to Changing Faces. Full event details can be found here.

The difference you can make

There are currently an estimated 1.3m children and adults living with a visible difference in the UK and they face multiple challenges. They are vulnerable to isolation, loneliness, social anxiety and low self-esteem. They face staring, harassment, bullying and hate crime.

Many people with a visible difference face multiple levels of discrimination every day and our survey showed that shockingly, 50% said they felt self-conscious or embarrassed about their visible difference and 49% had experienced hostile behaviour. Read more about the impact on people’s lives.

We’re here to support people affected by visible difference to live the life they choose and free from discrimination. We know it’s possible. The money you raise can make this possible by providing the confidence, support and the opportunity to thousands of people with a visible difference.

How to take part

• Browse our upcoming hiking and ultra walk events and choose the one that’s right for you.

• Register for your chosen event.

• Set up a fundraising page through JustGiving and start sharing your challenge.

• We’ll be in touch with a Changing Faces T-shirt and everything you need to get started.

Browse and register for hiking events

All of our upcoming hiking events are listed in one place. Click below to see the full calendar and register your place.
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Not found what you’re looking for? New events are added throughout the year. Get in touch at [email protected] and we’ll be happy to help.

Upcoming hiking and ultra walk events

Here’s a taste of what’s coming up. Each event offers multiple distance options so you can pick your challenge. Check the registration page for full details and to secure your place.

New Forest Hinton Admiral Hiking Trail

7 March 2026 | Hinton Admiral, Burton, Dorset | 10 km, 15 km or 21 km

Explore the stunning landscape of the New Forest on this popular trail starting from Hinton Admiral. Whether you take on the 10 km, 15 km or 21 km route, you’ll pass through ancient woodland and open heathland in one of southern England’s most beloved national parks.

West Yorkshire Hiking Trail

21 June 2026 | Harewood, Leeds | 8 km, 12 km or 21 km

Explore one of Yorkshire’s most breathtaking estates with the West Yorkshire Trail Hike, a scenic walking and hiking challenge set around the magnificent 18th-century Harewood House. This event offers an inspiring outdoor experience for walkers and hikers of all levels.

Snowdonia Sea2Sky

5 September 2026 | Barmouth, Gwynedd, Wales | 12 km, 25 km or 54 km

One of our most dramatic events, the Sea2Sky challenge takes you from the beaches of Barmouth up into the mountains of Snowdonia National Park. With distance options from 12 km to a mighty 54 km, this is the one for those who really want to test themselves against some of Wales’s finest scenery.

The Peak District Challenge

18–19 September 2026 | Hathersage, Peak District | 25 km, 50 km, 75 km, 100 km or 100 miles in 24 hours

For those looking for the ultimate challenge, the Peak District Challenge is a multi-distance event set across the rugged beauty of the Peak District. Choose from the Copper (25 km), Bronze (50 km), Silver (75 km) or Gold (100 km) challenge. For the full epic experience take on the extraordinary 100 miles in 24 hours.

You can browse our full list of hiking and ultra walk challenges on the link below.
BROWSE & REGISTER FOR A HIKE or ultra walk