January to October 2026 | Across the UK
Looking for a challenge to test yourself, to get in shape, or bond with friends on a weekend adventure? If so, an Ultra Challenge® is for you! And you don’t need to be a budding elite athlete - they’re for everyone, take it on at your pace.
Whether along stunning coastlines, or trails through wonderful countryside, your Ultra Challenge® will be unforgettable - with full support all the way, camaraderie, and an amazing sense of achievement, all in support of Solent Mind. Walk, Jog or Run at your pace on the Ultra Challenge Series event of your choice, join 35,000 others of all ages and take on an unforgettable challenge in 2026!
All events include regular rest stops, food and drink, a fully signed route, and a great atmosphere.
View the full list of Ultra Challenges here.
When: January to October 2026
Where: Across the country
Distance: 10km, 25km, 50km, 75km or 100km!
When you take on a challenge for Solent Mind, we’ll make sure you're fully supported and celebrated every step of the way!
We are Hampshire’s leading mental health charity, and we are dedicated to improving mental wellbeing for people across the region.
We believe mental health matters, and by taking part in a challenge of your choice not only are you doing something wonderful for your own mental wellbeing, you will be helping to make a difference to people across your community.
By fundraising for Solent Mind, you will help ensure that more people have access to life-changing resources and support when they need it most.
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"It's a lot of fun! It's great to have a collective goal to work and train towards, and the atmosphere on the day of the challenge was great. We've raised a decent sum in sponsorship and raised awareness for Solent Mind - a truly worthwhile charity..."
-24 Acoustics on their Thames Bridges Trek Challenge
Under 18's taking part must be signed up by someone over the age of 18.
Yes, you will be sent a Solent Mind t-shirt or running vest. This will arrive with you by approximately two weeks before event date.
To best support Solent Mind, you can choose the ‘Own Place (Self-Funded) for Charity’ option. Pay for your place in full and fundraise whatever you can for our incredible cause.
Other funding options include 'Full Sponsorship for Charity' which will include a small (4%) booking fee. The cost of your place is paid for by Solent Mind, and added onto your fundraising target total.
If you wish to have the best of both worlds, there is also an option to do 'Mixed Funding for Charity' where you part pay for your place, and fundraise the rest and anything else on top you can manage.
The fundraising targets and fees are calculated based on the challenge and the distance you choose.
Read more about funding options, fundraising targets and distance costs
Yes, absolutely!
Everyone has to register individually, as Ultra Challenge organisers require personal details and declarations. Within the form you can choose to 'Create' or 'Join' a team. Teams can be of any size - members can opt for the same or different funding options or distances.
If you choose to 'Create' a team, you will become Team Captain. You will need a Team Name and a password for others to join. Then invite your friends and family to join you!
If you want to join a team already created, as you register, search for the Team Name and use the password provided by the Team Captain.
You will find lots of information on the Action Challenge Ultra Challenge Series website.
If there is anything you would like to ask us, please get in touch with Solent Mind’s fundraising team. Email us on fundraising@solentmind.org.uk
Nobody should face a mental health problem alone. With your support, we can be there for anyone who needs us.
Nobody should face a mental health problem alone. Help us be there for anyone who needs us.
We know that getting active does great things for our mental health, so by taking on a challenge in aid of Solent Mind, you too will feel the benefits!
