Charity Challenges - How does it work?

It's very simple;

Step 1 - Choose your Charity Challenge.

Some people choose an event because it raises money for a particular cause that's close to their heart. Some choose an event because that's the challenge they want to face. Others may choose what is called an "open event" where you can choose the charity you want to receive your sponsorship.

For most events you'll need to contact the charity, sign up and pay your registration fee. For open events contact us. See our upcoming events page for challenges with spaces available.

Most charities request an amount to be paid as a registration fee (around £100-£200) when you sign up. This will be non refundable and will cover some of the cost the charity will incur at this stage.

Step 2 - Get Fundraising

You will then need to commit to raise a certain minimum amount in sponsorship (around £1000-£1500) in order to participate in the event. This is only a minimum amount and there is no maximum.

There are lots of different ways of raising sponsorship and your charity will give you plenty of help, advice and support to reach your target. Some people even pay the whole amount themselves just to take part in what can be the personal challenge of a lifetime.

Step 3 - Get Training

Most people will benefit from doing at least some training and preparation.

For some this will involve a total change of lifestyle! For others this might just be a good excuse for doing more of an activity they already enjoy such as hill walking, cycling or going to the gym. Whichever it is, your charity and Tall Stories will be there to help and support you.

For trek challenges take a look at our Trekking Self Assessment factsheet in the downloads area. You can read this sheet and judge which level you are at! We ask that you are at fitness level three or above by the time of the trek.

Step 4 - Get Going

You've signed up, raised your sponsorship and done some training. What now?

Your sponsorship covers travel from the UK, accommodation and meals* so you just need to turn up and take part in what, for many, is the challenge of a lifetime! GOOD LUCK!

(But before you do please make sure you've got the right travel insurance and packed the right kit!)

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* Please check your particular event for details. Travel is normally included from one UK departure point, e.g. an airport or coach pick-up but can change depending on the event.