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Fundraising challenge events

Take on a pawsome physical challenge and raise vital funds for your favourite street dogs!

From fun runs to bungee jumps, we have the challenge event for you!

You can raise money for Dogstar Foundation by signing up to one of the challenges listed below. Take your pick – it could be the most fun you have all year!

Looking for an event that’s closer to home? Click here to visit our Regional Fundraising page

If you have any questions about any of our events, please contact us at [email protected].

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Lincoln Half Marathon

5th Oct 2025

Lincoln Half Marathon starts and finishes at the Lincolnshire Showground.

The event covers a scenic 13.1-mile route starting at the Lincolnshire Showground and make your way into the heart of the city. You will pass a few of Lincoln’s iconic landmarks such as the historic Lincoln Castle and magnificent Lincoln Cathedral.

Cardiff Half Marathon

5th October 2025

The Cardiff Half Marathon has grown into one of the largest and most exciting road races in Europe. It is Wales’ largest mass-participation and multi-charity fundraising event and the second largest half in the UK. Its flat, fast course passes all the city’s most breath-taking scenery and iconic landmarks including Cardiff Castle, the Principality Stadium, Civic Centre and stunning Cardiff Bay.

Royal Parks Half Marathon

12th October 2025

This is the most spectacular half marathon that central London has to offer – it is a unique and inspiring event. Charity runners will glide through four of London’s stunning Royal Parks, Kensington Gardens, Hyde Park, St James’s Park and The Green Park. The 13.1m extraordinary route brushes past London’s most famous landmarks, including The Houses of Parliament, Trafalgar Square and Buckingham Palace, all on closed roads.

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Inflatable 5K Brighton

18th Oct 2025

Get ready to bounce your way through The World’s BIGGEST and most EPIC Inflatable 10K Obstacle Course! This event is taking place in Brighton and it’s going to be BIGGER, BOUNCIER, and BETTER than ever before! The excitement has been pumped up to the MAX, you’ll be jumping, sliding, and bouncing your way to the finish line like never before. So grab your friends, lace up your trainers, and get ready for the ultimate inflatable adventure!

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Battersea Park Half

15th Nov 2025

Battersea Park is one of London’s most picturesque parks and has been a favourite course for those wanting to run a PB! The course is totally flat, offering the perfect opportunity to push yourself to a personal best.
Starting and finishing at the Parks Bandstand this course laps the park making it easy to follow and great for any spectators to catch you flying round the course.

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Run New York Virtual

28th Nov 2025

Virtual Run New York – Take on the Virtual Run New York 8 x 8 Challenge, You need to complete 3.275 miles (5.27km) every day for 8 days to complete this individually and earn your medal. Beat Ryan Reynolds the Hollywood movie stars marathon time to earn your Virtual Marathon Series virtual silver Medal. Submit your times and evidence to the runners console, you can break records, top leader boards and defeat legends of the past.

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Wimbledon Common Half


30th Nov 2025

This picturesque course takes you running through the stunning grounds of Wimbledon Common to cover the Half Marathon distance. Each mile is accurately marked out with sign posts and we have plenty of helpers to keep you on track and to encourage you on your way to the finish.


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Running GP Croft Motor Circuit Marathon

30th Nov 2025

Croft Motor Circuit has been home to many motor racing events since the 1920′s and has previously hosted the British Touring Car Championship, British Rallycross and Pickup Truck Racing race series. This is a unique opportunity to enjoy the thrill of running a brand new course and racing your way to a new chip timed personal best on this smooth traffic free tarmac motor racing circuit!

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Santa in the City (Wednesday)

3rd Dec 2025

Your Santa Run starting in Paternoster Square just by the majestic St Paul’s Cathedral. You will then run along the North bank where there will be fantastic river views, before crossing the Thames via Southwark bridge. No previous experience is needed for a run like this. The route is 4.5km, relatively flat and you can run, jog or walk. Santa in the City is a great way to get you into the festive spirit!

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Santa in the City (Thursday)

4th Dec 2025

Your Santa Run will begin at 7:00 pm the 4.5km route starting in Paternoster Square just by the majestic St Paul’s Cathedral. You will then run along the North bank where there will be fantastic river views, before crossing the Thames via Southwark bridge. No previous experience is needed for a run like this. The route is 4.5km, relatively flat and you can run, jog or walk. Santa in the City is a great way to get you into the festive spirit!

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Crystal Palace 5k

14th Dec 2025

Run a 5k at Crystal Palace Park located in the South-East London suburb of Crystal Palace.

The park is situated on the Norwood Ridge, offering views of Central London, Greenwich and the North Downs. This undulating route in the beautiful park is the perfect opportunity for a fun morning run, even passing a few dinosaurs along the course!