Challenge events
You could help us change young lives forever. You could do something amazing by raising money from the things you love to do. Or the things you’ve always wanted to try, but never quite plucked up the courage.
This could be the year you ran faster, cycled further or experienced more than you thought you could, and by doing it in aid of YHA you’ll be making a tangible difference to young lives. Take a look at the different ways you could get involved on one of our charity challenge events this year…
Upcoming challenge events

TCS London Marathon
Sunday 25th April 2027
The course of this iconic race starts in the beautiful Greenwich Park and takes you past London’s famous sights. The final mile will take you past Buckingham Palace and onto The Mall.

Skydive for YHA
Various dates
Challenge yourself to jump from an aircraft at an astonishing 13,000ft and freefall back to earth at 120mph+. Your adventure will help YHA to improve the lives of young people across the UK.

Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa) by Night
Various dates
Snowdonia National Park in North Wales is a place of rugged beauty, with dramatic landscapes and legendary peaks.

Sahara Desert Trek
Various dates
Take on a challenging trek in the awe-inspiring Sahara Desert and experience one of the world’s most extraordinary landscapes, all in support of YHA.

London to Paris Cycle Ride
Various dates
Take on one of the most iconic cycling challenges in Europe – the London to Paris Cycle – in support of YHA.

Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa) Sea to Summit
Various dates
Take on the thrill of exploring Wales from the water to the highest peak. This multi-sport challenge is perfect for adventurers of all levels.
Be a life changer
We have plenty of other options available, from the Yorkshire Three Peaks to treks to Angkor Wat or Machu Picchu – there’s something for every sense of adventure!
If none of these events take your fancy, you can still do your own thing. The UK is full of stunning locations perfect for unique challenges and exploring the great outdoors. Every step you take on your journey can help transform young lives forever.
You can use our hostels as your base, and our team will be there to support you every step of the way.