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Run Alton Towers

Come and join us at the UK’s biggest Theme Park, Alton Towers for the 5k, 10k & Half Marathon event around the park.

Starting and finishing within Alton Towers Theme Park this is an event for the entire family. Open to all abilities, you can take on a chip timed 5k, 10k or Half Marathon to earn yourself a unique themed medal before enjoying the incredible rides at the park.

*FREE ride access after the race is included in your entry!

Register for Run Alton Towers 2025

Entries close November 3rd.

Charity places come at a cost to the charity, and sponsorship targets ensure we do not lose out on our investment and are able to raise as much as possible to support our vital work. We ask charity place runners to raise 75% of their sponsorship by the event date, with the remaining fundraising due six weeks after race day. Gift Aid is not included in your sponsorship target, and neither is your registration fee. Registration fees for charity places in events are non-refundable and non-transferrable. They cannot be transferred to someone else or deferred to the following year.

Trek Snowdon Information Evening

Find out more about Trek Snowdon 2025

Taking place at East Cheshire Hospice, Macclesfield, SK10 3DR on Tuesday 8th October at 6:30pm.

Trek Details:

Distance: 9 miles
Difficulty Level: Challenging
Duration: 1 day (overnight)

The information evening is completely free of charge and there is no obligation to sign-up for the challenge. This is a great opportunity to talk to a representative from Global Adventures about the challenge and ask any questions you may have about the Trek or fundraising.

If you are interested in attending the information evening, please email events@echospice.org.uk

Find out more about Trek Snowdon at Night 2025

Trek Snowdon at Night 2025

East Cheshire Hospice’s Trek 2025: Conquer Snowdon at Night!

Event Dates: 2nd – 3rd August 2025

Prepare yourself for an unforgettable adventure with East Cheshire Hospice’s Trek 2025, where you’ll take on the challenge of hiking Snowdon at night. This thrilling experience offers a unique opportunity to trek through the night, with the ultimate reward of watching the sun rise over one of the UK’s most stunning mountain ranges.

Trek Details:

Distance: 9 miles
Difficulty Level: Challenging
Duration: 1 day (overnight)

Highlights:

Summit Sunrise: Reach the summit of Snowdon just in time to witness a breath-taking sunrise that will leave you speechless.
A Decent Descent: Soak in the incredible views as you make your way back down in the morning light.
Breakfast of Champions: Enjoy a well-deserved breakfast back at the hotel upon your triumphant return.

What’s Included:

Hot beverages: Hot food before the trek departs
Snacks Along the Route: Keep your energy levels up with snacks provided throughout the trek.
Celebratory Breakfast: A hearty meal to celebrate your achievement back at the hotel.
Qualified Global Adventure Challengers Leader: Your trek will be led by an experienced guide, ensuring your safety and enhancing your experience. Vehicle for back up and support
Challenge Medal: A memento of your incredible accomplishment.
Welcome Pack: Each participant will receive a welcome pack full of supporting information that will aid preparation for the challenge including, but not limited, to further information on the trek, kit list, trekking tips and training schedules.

What’s Not Included:

Travel Insurance: Ensure you’re covered for the adventure.
Personal Trekking Kit: Bring along your own gear suitable for a night-time mountain trek.

Costs:

How to sign up:

All you need to do is visit Global Adventures website to sign up to take part in this Trek Challenge.

Inflatable 5K Cheshire

Sign up via our charity partners Run for Charity and get ready to bounce your way through The World’s BIGGEST and most EPIC Inflatable 5K Obstacle Course!

This event is taking place at on Saturday 3rd, August 2024, 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.

The Inflatable Obstacle Run is open to all from age 5 and above! Take on the challenge by yourself, with friends or get the whole family, team mates or work colleagues involved!

Arrival Time: Please arrive 30-45minutes before your start time

What’s included in your ticket?

Finisher’s Medal
Finish line goodies
Event photography
Music pumping zones
Free spectators area
A clearly marked route
On course hydration station

Register for Inflatable 5k on Saturday 3rd August – registraions are now closed

Other options available, please contact events@echospice.org.uk for more information.

FAQ’s

Arrival time – please arrive 30-45minutes prior to your start time

Parking – Parking is charged at £5 per car, please have the exact change ready for the parking marshals.

Dogs – Unfortunately, dogs are not allowed at this events.

Bag Drop – Bag Drop is £3.00 per bag. Please keep to a gym duffle size or smaller.

Spectators – Friends and family are welcome to come along and watch in the designated spectators areas only, for no extra charge. Spectators cannot roam around the entire course and must keep off marked out course and obstacles. Children must be under adult supervision at all times

Toilets – Toilets are provided at the venue. Please look for signs or ask a member of staff.

Food & Drink – There will be food and drink vendors on-site

Drink Station – Water will be stationed midway along the route to keep you hydrated

If you have any questions which aren’t answered above, please contact events@echospice.org.uk for more information.

Run Heaton Park

This large park, just north of Manchester and home to a Grade 1 listed neoclassical 18th-century house, is the perfect setting for a fun day out. Running on the paths within Heaton Park, this race is a great opportunity for a chip timed personal best. There will be refreshments and a fantastic themed Heaton Park medal.

Register for Run Heaton Park