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Challenges

UNLEASH YOUR INNER HERO!

Get muddy, work up a sweat, trek the coastline or get wet. Whatever you decide to do, do it for Born Free and together let’s keep wildlife in the wild.

Craving a new experience, want to push yourself to the limit, or add purpose to your travels near and far? These challenges are just the ticket.

Download our fundraising pack      See our 2025 challenge events calendar

ORGANISED CHALLENGES


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RUN WILD

Join our Run Wild team and run for wildlife, wherever you are in the world!

Choose to run a marathon or a half, a mile a day for a month, park runs or a sponsored run in a crazy costume. One foot in front of the other. You can do this!

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UNLEASH THE WILD WITHIN – 2025 CHALLENGE SERIES

Three women wearing running vests walking through a forestDiscover the beauty of Britain’s countryside as you choose from 18 routes across the UK. Ranging from 10km to 100km, the Ultra Challenge series offers an unforgettable experience that combines adventure, camaraderie, and a chance to make a real difference for endangered animals.

Whether you’re a walker, jogger, or seasoned runner, there’s a challenge tailored just for you. With stunning landscapes and a range of distances to suit every adventurer, Ultra Challenges is your gateway to personal triumph all while raising vital funds for wild animals in need.

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International Challenges: Sustainable Adventures for Conservation

A photo showing a group of elephants walking across the landscape filled with treesWant a once-in-a-lifetime experience and extraordinary adventure to push your limits AND champion wildlife by raising vital funds? An international charity challenge can be personally enriching and have a positive impact.

Carefully consider the climate impact of your journey. Explore eco-friendly options like trains or buses, join a group to share transport, opt for tour operators prioritising sustainability, select accommodation with eco-friendly practices, support local conservation and explore initiatives to offset carbon from your travel.

Fuel your adventures with purpose all while raising funds for Born Free and the conservation of the wild places we all cherish.

Make a difference while experiencing the world in unforgettable ways.

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DOING YOUR OWN THING?

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Have you got a place on a run, walk, trek, cycle or swim, or are you planning your own event? Please fundraise to support Born Free’s compassionate work for wild animals. We’d love to hear from you and will be delighted to support you, as you support us!

Visit Charity Challenge,ULTRA Challenge and Discover Adventure for an inspiring range of charity walking, trekking or cycle challenges in the UK and abroad. Sign up to your preferred trip and nominate Born Free as your chosen charity. Then follow our guidelines on setting up your fundraiser.

Charity Support includes:

✅ Born Free running vest

✅ 1-2-1 fundraising support and regular check-ins

✅ Born Free fundraising resources, posters, and webpage banners

✅ Motivation and fundraising support

SETTING UP YOUR FUNDRAISER

GET IN TOUCH


To take part in a challenge event, register interest or discuss your ideas with a member of our fundraising team, please call: 01403 240170
Or email us at: [email protected]