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 27th April 2025
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.
Past challenge events
13 Valleys Ultra
Closed
An epic ultra marathon event in the stunning landscape of the Lake District National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Join the challenge and support us in raising funds for YHA.
Great North Swim
Closed
Great Swim has provided thousands of swimmers with exhilarating, challenging and safe open water swimming events to suit all ages, abilities and experience. Dive into nature.
Virtual Adventurer: Peak District
Closed
Complete our Peak Way route with this special Virtual Adventurer challenge event. Set your own pace and join in from wherever you are in the world.
Be a life changer
If none of the above events take your fancy, you can do your own thing. The UK is brimming full of beautiful places to take on unique challenges and explore the great outdoors. Every step you take on your journey can change young lives forever.
You can use our hostels as your base and our team will be there to help you every step of the way.