Combat Stress Events Calendar 2023

TEAM COMBAT STRESS

EVENTS CALENDAR 2023

WELCOME!

Running, cycling, swimming or walking – whatever you choose to do to raise money for veterans is amazing.

We need help to provide our life-changing treatment to former servicemen and women and whatever you take on to raise funds for us in 2023 will make such a difference.

Thank you for helping to make our work possible. You might already know exactly what you want to tackle but if not, this booklet has loads of incredible events to inspire you. And if you have any questions or need help finding the right challenge for you, we’re on hand to help.

Get in touch if you have any questions or to find out more by calling 01372 587 140 or email challenges@combatstress.org.uk

GOING THE EXTRA MILE

Tempted to test yourself with an Ultra or a Marathon?

Brighton Marathon

2 April 2023

A popular run through the beautiful seaside town. The new route being introduced for 2023 holds great PB potential as it will cover more flat roads than it has done before. events.combatstress.org.uk/event/ brighton-marathon

Manchester Marathon 16 April 2023

A special edition marathon for the 115th anniversary of the first ever Manchester Marathon! events.combatstress.org.uk/ event/manchester-marathon

RACE TO THE STONES

8–9 July 2023 | 55k / 100k

CHECK IT OUT!

There are loads more ultras and marathons in the UK and abroad. Head to events.combatstress.org.uk and search by your preferred area or distance

Amsterdam Half and Marathon

15 October 2023

A fantastic way to see another European city, take in all of the major sights on a flat, fast and scenic course. events.combatstress.org.uk/event/ amsterdam-marathon

CHECK IT OUT!

All our events can be found at events.combatstress.org.uk

An unforgettable route running towards the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Avebury stone circle.

Sign up today at events.combatstress.org.uk/ event/race-to-the-stones

Kate McKeand Head of Challenges and Community

RAISE THE BAR

There’s a distance for everyone, from a kids 1k, a half marathon or the full 26 miles.

Chase the Moon Battersea 5 & 10K

25 January / 22 March / 11 October

A run under the moonlight. A great event for first timers as the ground is completely flat. events.combatstress.org.uk/event/ chase-the-moon

Birmingham Running Festival

19 February 2023

5k / 10k / Half

Test your distance with a variety of runs on offer around the beautiful Sutton Park. events.combatstress.org.uk/event/ birmingham-running-festival

Paris Marathon

2 April 2023

Europe’s biggest and one of the world’s best marathons. Starting on the iconic Avenue des Champs Elysees, enjoy running past Paris’ beautiful and iconic sights. events.combatstress.org.uk/event/ paris-marathon

Run Aintree 7 May 2023

CHOOSE YOUR RUN

If you need a hand finding your perfect race, we’re here to help, drop us a line at challenges@combatstress.org.uk or give us a call on 01372 587 140.

Edinburgh Marathon Festival

28 May 2023

5k / 10k / Half / Marathon

Enjoy the fantastic all-encompassing routes which take in some of Edinburgh’s most iconic landmarks and picturesque views. events.combatstress.org.uk/event/ edinburgh-marathon-festival

Bacchus Wine Half & 10k 10 September 2023

Join us for a celebration of fine English wine, fancy dress and a little bit of running. Set in the glorious surrounds of Denbies vinyards. events.combatstress.org.uk/event/ bacchus-half

Great North Run 10 September 2023

Take part in the World’s biggest half marathon with an unbeatable atmosphere. events.combatstress.org.uk/ event/great-north-run-2023

Royal Parks Half 8

October 2023

This stunning central London Half Marathon allows you to take in the most beautiful scenery on closed roads. The 13.1 mile route winds through four of London’s Royal Parks. events.combatstress.org.uk/event/ royal-parks-half

LONDON LANDMARKS

2 April 2023

This half marathon has taken the city by storm and is back for its fifth year. A fabulous central London route adorned with route activations, musical performances, DJs, dancers, themed cheer stations and more!

Sign up today at events.combatstress.org.uk/ event/london-landmarks-half

D-DAY 44 CHALLENGE 80TH ANNIVERSARY

Normandy Beaches – 6 June 2024

THE PAVEMENTS

Test yourself with a 10k run.

Cannock Chase Running Festival

16 April 2023

5k / 10k / Half

Enjoy running along these undulating trails through the stunning Cannock Chase Forest. The race is run on a mix of surfaces including dirt trails, gravel and tarmac. events.combatstress.org.uk/event/ cannock-chase-running-festival Nottingham 10k 28 May 2023

Asics 10k 9 July 2023

The fastest way to see London’s famous landmarks from Piccadilly to Whitehall. events.combatstress.org.uk/event/ asics-10k

Check out more runs at

Join Combat Stress on the beaches of Normandy on D-Day 2024 for the 80th anniversary of the historic landings. Choose from a 22 mile walk or a 44 mile run – all finishing at the historic Pegasus Bridge. events.combatstress.org.uk/event/ dday44challenge

Enjoy the leafy setting of the University of Nottingham. The support is sure to be loud and enthusiastic! events.combatstress.org.uk/event/ nottingham-10k

Men’s 10k Glasgow 18 June 2023

The ultimate men’s 10K. events.combatstress.org.uk/event/ mens-10k-glasgow

CHOOSE YOUR RUN!

If you need a hand finding your perfect race, we’re here to help, contact us using challenges@combatstress.org.uk or give us a call on 01372 587 140

MEDICINE BALL CHALLENGE

Could you handcuff a 3kg medicine ball

It may not sound that heavy but being tied to the medicine ball continuously for seven days is a significant burden. The ball becomes a physical, visual and tangible representation of the invisible burden of mental health so many of us can experience.

FIND OUT MORE

Visit medicine-ballcombatstress.org.uk/

PUT THE PEDAL TO THE

Jump on your bike and pedal your way along some fantastic routes that we have to offer.

METAL

Ride Across Britain

7–15 September 2024

Looking for the challenge of a lifetime?

London 2 Paris Cycle

19–23 July or 13–17 September

Join Team Combat Stress for this truly inspirational experience –an iconic ride of a lifetime past battlefields and cathedrals! events.combatstress.org.uk/ event/london-to-paris

ABOVE & BEYOND!

EXPERIENCE THE BIGGEST ADRENALINE RUSH OF YOUR LIFE!

We’re looking for extreme fundraisers to take on a Skydive for Team Combat Stress. You can choose from locations across the UK on a date that suits you. events.combatstress.org.uk/event/skydives

Look no further. Conquer the UK’s most iconic cycling challenge with Team Combat Stress.

Across 9 epic days, Deloitte Ride

Across Britain covers 970 miles of the most beautiful and scenic landscapes accessible on two wheels. We think there is no better way to travel from Land’s End to John O’Groats! events.combatstress.org.uk/ event/ride-across-britain

For more great bike rides visit events.combatstress.org.uk/event-listings

GRIM CHALLENGE

December 2023

Aldershot, Hampshire

This off-road trail race through the Army tank ground will get you plenty muddy. Take on either the 8 mile or 4 mile course as you run and crawl through the water and mud and earn your finisher’s medal. events.combatstress.org.uk/event/ grim-challenge-2023

TAKE IT TO THE LIMIT

Take on an ultimate challenge for an experience you’ll never forget. Push yourself further than ever before and sign up to run, walk or jog one of Ultra Challenge’s series of events.

Jurassic Coast Challenge

13–14 May 2023

25k / 34k / 42k / 58k / 100k

The Jurassic Coast Challenge is a spectacular trek along the beautiful coastline – a World Heritage Site since 2001. events.combatstress.org.uk/event/ jurassic-coast-challenge

Lake District Challenge

10–11 June 2023

10k / 25k / 50k / 100k

Take on and enjoy some of England’s finest countryside at your pace. The full 100 km route is takes in a few tough hills and fells, Ambleside, Lake Windermere, nature reserves and forests – with stunning views en-route. events.combatstress.org.uk/event/ lake-district-challenge

Race to the King 17–18 June 2023

Choose a 100km or 50km route through the stunning South Downs and scenic Sussex coast on this epic Ultra Marathon. events.combatstress.org.uk/event/ race-to-the-king

Thames Bridges Trek

9 September 2023

Venture across the Capital with unrivalled views of the skyline. Setting out from Putney Bridge – it’s East towards the City, zig-zagging over 16 of London’s historic bridges – each with its own fascinating story. events.combatstress.org.uk/event/ thames-bridges-trek

3 Peaks Sept/Oct 2023 – Date TBC

Join Team Combat Stress for the iconic 3 Peaks Challenge and conquer Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Snowdon! events.combatstress.org.uk/ event/3-peaks-challenge

The Saharan Challenge

A real adventure....

12–16 October 2023

2 Marathons in 2 Days. Walk, Jog or Run it

A fantastic route through the lush Draa Valley down to sun baked dunes on the desert edge, with rugged mountain scenery, and sleeping under the stars in a Bedouin style base camp. events.combatstress.org.uk/event/ saharan-challenge

We’ve more treks to choose from at home and abroad. To find out more visit events.combatstress.org.uk

100 MILES IN MAY

Challenge date: 1–31 May 2023

Join our 100 Miles in May team and walk or run 100 miles during the month of May. Register to set up your fundraiser and you’ll be sent your 100 Miles in May t-shirt when you reach £20 in donations.

events.combatstress.org.uk/ event/100-miles-in-may

SWIM THE CHANNEL

Challenge date: 1–31 July 2023

Tick this iconic challenge off your bucket list by swimming 21 miles during the month of July to complete your virtual channel swim. events.combatstress.org.uk/ event/swim-the-channel

THE GREAT BRITISH BIMBLE

12–month challenge starting in September 2023

Our new 12–month challenge will be launching in September. Get your steps up and take a virtual grand tour of the UK from Cornwall to Scotland, visiting a selection of military bases from all 3 services, Army, Navy and RAF. As you make your way from base to base, you’ll receive postcards with information about them and messages to help motivate and keep you going. events.combatstress.org.uk/event/great-british-bimble

MARATHON IN

A MONTH

Challenge date: 1–30 November 2023

Challenge date: 1–30 September 2023

Take on our exciting September cycle challenge to support our life-changing treatment. There’s a range of distances for different fitness levels –take on either 100, 250 or 500 miles. Complete the challenge in one go or spread your miles across the month, you can even form a team and pool your miles! events.combatstress.org.uk/event/ ride-to-victory

Have you always wanted to complete a marathon without committing to months of training? Then Marathon in a Month is the challenge for you! Break your marathon distance down and complete it during the month of November, your marathon, your way. events. combatstress. org.uk/event/ marathon-in-amonth

12KS OF CHRISTMAS

12 days between 1 December 2023 & 5 January 2024

Take on the 12Ks of Christmas to support our life-changing treatment. Between 1 December and 5 January complete 12 kilometers (7.5 miles) on consecutive days for 12 days. Create a team and take on the challenge with colleagues, friends or family. events.combatstress.org.uk/ event/12ks-of-christmas

You don’t have to take part in an organised event to be part of Team Combat Stress. If you want to organise your own fundraising event we’d love to welcome you to the team.

Our fundraisers organise all kinds of events from an almighty knees up, street collections and race days to sponsored head shaves, cake sales and raffles. There’s no limits to what you could do to raise money for veterans’ mental health. However you choose to fundraise, our team is here to help you every step of the way. If you need inspiration, fundraising materials or advice we’re waiting to talk to you.

We want to help you wherever we can to make your event the best it can be and also make sure you enjoy the experience!

Return address Fundraising Team, Combat Stress, Tyrwhitt House, Oaklawn Road, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT22 0BX.

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MARCH IN MARCH

March in March is back!

All you need to do is walk or run 10 miles on any day during the month of March. Just register online for free, decide when and where you’re going to walk and get started!

Together We March.

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