BRENT LODGE WILDLIFE HOSPITAL
JOIN THE RACE TO SAVE WILDLIFE
Whether you want to challenge top speeds of a brown hare and join a marathon or take a slow and steady pace like a swift - we have access to hundreds of big or small sponsored events. So why not take on a meaningful challenge, join an event and raise donations to help save wildlife at Brent Lodge along the way.
We are thrilled to have partnered up with Run For Charity - a platform full of exciting challenges, 'tough mudders', marathons, family hikes or light runs. Simply browse our event hub to see what we have on offer or skip straight to big events such as Brighton Marathon, London Landmarks half marathon or Manchester Marathon to sign up today. There is even smaller and local challenges including Wittering's Beach Run, The Great South Run or the Southdown's Hike, if you wanted a slower pace.
We’ll set the registration fee and help you with everything you need to complete your charity run. We will also help you with your fundraising so that you raise as much as possible for wildlife. We are of course grateful for anything you are able to raise but if you are able to reach or even exceed the fundraising targets we set, then we would be thrilled - enabling us to help more wildlife in need at Brent Lodge Wildlife Hospital.
If you would like to participate in multiple event with an overall fundraising target and discounted registration fees, then please get in touch with us directly at enquiries@brentlodge.org and we can discuss further details.
We appreciate fundraising can be challenging but we can help you every step of the way so you can maximise your efforts. As a thank you we will also send you a fundraising gift pack to keep you motivated along the way.
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A custom wildlife t-shirt
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Wildflower seeds
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Collection boxes
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Sponsorship forms
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An online fundraiser link
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Brent Lodge merchandise
With your your support we can raise vital funds to save wildlife casualties in our care at Brent Lodge Wildlife Hospital. Nature is struggling at the moment and our vital work is more important than ever. So join an event and race amongst like-minded people whilst helping a worthy cause.
Thank you!
Here are just a few of the popular events that you might be interested to participate in, however you can also browse all the events by clicking HERE to find something suitable.
BRIGHTON MARATHON
Preston Rd, Brighton and Hove
Sunday, 4th April, 2027
Entry fee: £45 (normally £132)
Fundraising target: £450
The Brighton Marathon is one of the UK's favourite 26.2-milers. With a stunning backdrop of the sea in one of the country's most vibrant cities, the race gets bigger and better every year.
The marathon is just one part of the Brighton Marathon Weekend, an event that also encompasses The Mini Mile Races, the BM10k and the Brighton Marathon Exhibition.
HACKNEY HALF
Homerton Rd, London
Sunday, 16th May, 2027
Entry fee: £50 (normally £155)
Fundraising target: £500
A Half Marathon with a difference. Set your 2027 off to the right start by calling your friends to the Hackney Half start line in May 2027
The Hoka Hackney Half is the 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.
LONDON LANDMARKS
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London
Sunday, 4th April, 2027
Entry fee: £45 (normally £165)
Fundraising target: £450
The London Landmarks Half Marathon is a closed road, central London run and is the only half marathon to go through both the City of London and City of Westminster.
The event starts 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.
SOUTHDOWNS 12KM HIKE
Goodwood Racecourse, Chichester
Saturday, 7th Nov, 2026
Entry fee: £21 (normally £42)
Fundraising target: £150
The sell out South Downs Walk attracting over 1,000 participants is back. Starting at the stunning Glorious Goodwood Estate and then taking you deep into the heart of the South Downs National Park.
This ultimate walking event offers spectacular views across the rolling South Downs, with distant glimpses of the North Downs, Chichester Harbour, and even the Isle
GREAT SOUTH RUN
Portsmouth, Southsea
Sunday, 18th October, 2026
Entry fee: £30 (normally £66)
Fundraising target: £250
The Great South Run is probably the world’s favourite 10 mile running event, with inspiring history, and glorious sea views guaranteed.
Whether you’re chasing a new PB, raising money for a cause close to your heart, or soaking up that unbeatable South Coast energy, this is a run for everyone. Don’t miss out, secure your place on the start line by registering to join.
FIND AN EVENT
If none of these runs, races or marathons take your fancy then please browse hundreds of other challenges we have to offer via our platform.
Simply visit our landing page and browse events by postcode, location, distance or date. There is something for everyone, whether you want to complete a challenge and raise donations or improve a personal best. If you would like to discuss any of the challenges or set bespoke targets then please get in touch.
DID YOU KNOW?
The peregrine falcon is the fastest animal on Earth. When diving for prey they can reach up to speeds exceeding 240mph. The falcon tightly folds its wings against its body and reshapes itself into an aerodynamic shape to reach record speeds!
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