Lake District Challenge

The wonderful route takes you over some tough hills, Garburn Pass, into Ambleside, through our halfway point by the idyllic Lake Windermere, into some forests, and nature reserves all with some stunning views, all based around our Kendal basecamp, where you will get full support & hospitality, optional camping/hostel, and with half & quarter distance options – there’s a Lake District Challenge for everyone!

How to Enter

Charity Sponsorship 

Feeling confident in your fundraising skills? Pay a small registration fee, do lots of fundraising and we’ll cover the full cost of your event place! 

100km Challenge: £45 registration fee + £595 in fundraising 
50km Challenge: £30 registration fee + £395 in fundraising
25km Challenge: £15 registration fee + £250 in fundraising

Mixed Funding 

Newer to fundraising? Pay a higher contribution to the cost of your place and fundraise to a lower target.

100km Challenge: £110 registration fee + £330 in fundraising 
50km Challenge: £72.50 registration fee + £218 in fundraising
25km Challenge: £45 registration fee + £135 in fundraising

How to sign up:

1. Register through the challenge provider
2. Choose how you’ll cover your challenge costs – either charity sponsorship or mixed fundraising.
3. Choose your challenge distance.
4. Finally, when completing your details in ‘Charity Selection’ search for Teach First.

Sign up

Why join Team Teach First 

The UK’s poorest children have always had to work harder to keep up with their wealthier peers at school. They don't start with the same chances and the inequality continues throughout childhood. It’s not their fault and it isn’t fair.

We know that when we get the foundations right for disadvantaged pupils – great teachers, brilliant leaders and thriving schools – all young people can have the opportunities they deserve. 

When you join #TeamTeachFirst, you’re supporting our work to give every child access to a brilliant education. We recruit and train inspirational teachers and place them where they can make the most difference.

Our support

Run with us and we’ll provide:

• A Teach First technical running vest 
• A training plan 
• Our fundraising pack full of ideas 
• Dedicated support from our Events Team to prepare for your challenge and smash your fundraising target.

Through your registration you’ll receive:

• Hot drinks, water & energy drinks at all stops 
• Regular snacks stops every 12.5km
• Main meal/hot foods every 25km
• Medics, marshals, and massage
• Fully signed route
• Medal, a t-shirt, and a celebratory glass of fizz at the finish line
• Shuttle bus and transfers for a fee
• Challenge mobile app