Grand Raffle 2012 results: Find out who won and how much we raised to support our work with adoptive families.

Join an organised event or challenge

There are hundreds of organised events all over the UK and overseas that you could be doing for Adoption UK. From a short family fun run to climbing a mountain or cycling to Paris. Whether you raise £5000 or £50, it’s the taking part and getting involved that really makes the difference.

We’ve listed a selection events to give you some ideas but if you know of an event that you would like us to list please get in touch.

The DIFC Superhero Run Regents Park, London, 19 May 2013 There are still places available for the DIFC Superhero Run. This is a fantastic running event taking place in London's Regents Park on Sunday 19 May 2013. We had some brilliant superhero runners for us last year and we are hoping we will have some more this year. There is plenty for the whole family to enjoy in Regents Park so why not bring a picnic and make a day of it! Over 1,000 people are expected to take part, raising funds for hundreds of different charities and now this is your chance to join them! No previous experience is required for the event and with a bit of training the distance should easily be within your capabilities. The spirit of the event is 'taking part' not 'winning' so you can run, jog or walk - you decide. Click here to find out more or contact the fundraising team.	Find your inner superhero and book now
The South Downs Trekathon Sussex, 18 May 2013	Find out more about the event or go ahead and book your place now.
Two Castles 10k Warwickshire, 8 June 2013	Register or get more information
The London Ride of Champions West and Central London, 9 June 2013	Follow in the footsteps of the Olympians - find out more or book your spot.
Trekfest 2013 Brecon Beacon National Park 8 + 9 June 2013 Peak District National Park 6 + 7 July 2013 Trekfest is back for 2013 and this year you can walk for Adoption UK! With the choice of either 54 miles in 24 hours or 27 miles in 12 hours. You can either take the challenge on your own or get a team together. “TrekFest invites you to tackle some of the best walking trails the UK has to offer – the challenge being for everyone to complete the route within the allotted time frame. The TrekFest routes are as breathtaking, as they are challenging. TrekFest 2013 promises to be emotional, fun and life-changing – we assure you. And what’s more, you will be supporting the charity of your own choice. Whatever your reasons for taking on this challenge, whatever you motives, TrekFest will deliver and provide you with one of those of moments in life where anything is possible…if you put your mind to it.” For a brochure please contact the fundraising team (via the email link below) or visit http://www.trekfest.org.uk/	http://www.trekfest.org.uk/
The Banbury5 Oxfordshire, 11 June 2013	Get more information and find out how to book
Hadrian's Wall Trekathon Northumbria and Cumbria, 22 June 2013	Discover more about this challenge or book your place now.
London - Paris Cycle 19 - 23 June 2013 Adoption UK is looking for adventurous volunteers to join our Chief Executive, Hugh, cycle from London to Paris -connecting two of the world's stylish cities on one of the best cycling routes in Europe. Contact the Fundraising team for an information pack	Have your own mini Tour de France
Stonehenge to Avebury Trekathon Wiltshire, 29 June 2013	Find out more about this walk through an ancient landscape or book your place now.
The Oxford 100/50 Oxfordshire, 7 July 2013	Choose how tough you want this challenge to be
Jurassic Coast Weekend Dorset, 19 July 2013	Find out all you need to know
Cotswold Hilly 100 Cyclosportive Warwickshire & Gloucestershire, 28 July 2013	There are various options available for this challenge - why not find out more?
Coast to Coast Lakes and Dales Cumbria and Yorkshire, 29 August	Take in some spectacular scenery as you cycle
London Stadia Trekathon London, 31 August 2013	Discover more about this challenge
Stratford Big 10k Warwickshire, 8 September 2013	Find out how you can take part
Spire to Spire Trekathon Winchester to Salisbury, Wiltshire, 6 September 2013	Learn more about this trek or book your place now
The Edinburgh Night Cycle! 7-8 September 2013 Can you join the Adoption UK team on this epic 50 mile night time bike ride through the streets of Edinburgh? It is a rare chance to explore the nooks and crannies of this beautiful city by moonlight and relatively traffic free. The route takes you through such sites as The Royal Mile, The Castle, The Scott Monument and Arthurs seat. You will also enjoy stunning views from the Royal Observatory and finish by riding past the Scottish parliament and Holyrood Palace. Registration is only £39 and with plenty of time to train and raise sponsorship it really is an achievable challenge for all. All you need is a bike, helmet and lights! Click here for a brochure or to register Or contact the Fundraising team for more information. Places do fill up fast on these popular rides so don’t leave it too late!	Register here
DIFC London to Brighton Cycle Sunday 8th September 2013 Last year was a great success and we had 7 riders for Adoption UK. It’s one of the most popular and famous charity cycle routes and is great for riders of all abilities. You will start the challenge in South London, travel through Mitcham, Carshalton, Chipstead, Banstead, Haywards Heath and finally to Brighton having completed 54 miles! No previous experience is required however preparation for this event is highly recommended, and with a bit of training completing this event should easily be within your capabilities. The spirit of the event is 'taking part' not 'winning' so you go as fast or as slow as you like! All you need to do is pledge to raise £100 for Adoption UK and reserve your place by completing the simple booking form. For more information click here.	Register Here
Thames Path Challenge Thames Valley, 13th & 14th September 2013 An really tough challenge, but one that can be taken on as a team.	Find out about the challenge or how to join as a corporate team
3 Peaks Challenge Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Snowdon, 14 September 2013	Take on our three highest peaks
Woodstock 12 Oxfordshire, 12 September 2013	Find out how you can be part of this race
Oxford Half Marathon Oxford, 13 October 2013 We'd love to get an Adoption UK team together for this event. If you'd like to know more about joining the team, email Kalli.	See how you can register
Tandem Skydives Various dates available Imagine standing at the edge of an open doorway in an aircraft flying at 10,000 feet - imagine leaning out of that doorway and letting go. Stop imagining as this opportunity is watching for you!	Throw yourself into supporting Adoption UK

If you would like to take part in any of these fundraising events, please contact our Fundraising Officer at kalli@adoptionuk.org.uk for more information.

Join an organised event or challenge

The DIFC Superhero Run

The South Downs Trekathon

Two Castles 10k

Warwickshire, 8 June 2013

The London Ride of Champions

Trekfest 2013

The Banbury5

Oxfordshire, 11 June 2013

Hadrian's Wall Trekathon

London - Paris Cycle

Stonehenge to Avebury Trekathon

The Oxford 100/50

Jurassic Coast Weekend

Cotswold Hilly 100 Cyclosportive

Coast to Coast Lakes and Dales

London Stadia Trekathon

Stratford Big 10k

Spire to Spire Trekathon

The Edinburgh Night Cycle!

DIFC London to Brighton Cycle

Thames Path Challenge

3 Peaks Challenge

Woodstock 12

Oxford Half Marathon

Tandem Skydives

If you would like to take part in any of these fundraising events, please contact our Fundraising Officer at kalli@adoptionuk.org.uk for more information.