August: Fundraising Events

12 July 2016

August Fundraising Events

We have put together our top picks for the fundraising events in August. There is something for everybody including a gallery exhibition, hike, endurance race and an adrenaline rush! Take a challenge and lend a helping hand by raising money for our countries much loved charities. Even if you can’t take part, head down to the event and show your support for the participants.

Happy Fundraising!

Trans-Pennine Mighty Hike

MacMillan Cancer Support

Saturday 13th of August

Manchester, Bankswood Park, Hadfield

Registration fee: £25. Minimum sponsorship: £250

Challenge yourself on a 27 mile hike across some of the most beautiful landscape in England. You’ll journey along the Trans-Pennine Trail through the beautiful Peak District taking in the summer sun, the fantastic views and raising £250 for Macmillan. You will be well looked after with a free buffet lunch and hot food at the finish, regular check points with free drinks and snacks, a clearly marked route and medical assistance, as well as a finisher’s medal and bubbly.

www.macmillan.org.uk/get-involved/trans-penninemightyhike

South Coast Challenge 

Charity of your choice

Saturday 27th – Sunday 28th August 2016

Start in Eastbourne

Charity and self funding options available, please check the website for more details. Prices including £175 for the full 100km and the self funding option.

Walk, Jog or run the South Coast Challenge thats up to you, but have you go that it takes? With the full 100km option, halves and quarter options available, you can take part what ever your fitness level. Take in the views of the gorgeous south coast of England and challenge your body to raise money for a charity of you choice.

http://www.southcoastchallenge.com

River Lagan Zip Line 

Meningitis Research Foundation

Sunday 28th August 2016

Belfast

Registration: £42. Minimum sponsorship: £70

Fancy yourself an adrenaline rush? You will start on a crane raised 150ft in the air looking over the city. You will then take the trip of a life time, flying over the river down a 1000ft long zip wire. Feel the sun on your face and the wind in your hair as you raise money for the great care and support the charity supplies.

www.meningitis.org/fundraising-events/river-lagan-zipline-august