South Coast Challenge

4-5 September 2021

Walk, jog or run it

Image shows two walkers celebrating as they walk the coastal path with rolling green hills in the backkground

Sign up for a charity sponsorship place before 31 January and use the code NYCHARITY to register for just £1!

About the event

Take on some of England’s finest scenery as a Walk, Jog, or a Run! An Eastbourne start, up Beachy Head, over the magnificent Seven Sisters, and along the famous South Downs Way National Trail with stunning views over the sea to a Brighton mid-point. Devil’s Dyke, welcome rest stops, a few ups & downs all lie ahead before historic Arundel comes into view after an 100km amazing journey.

Challenge yourself for Retina UK with full 100km challenge, half and quarter distance options available including a two day 100km daylight option.

Covid Secure Measures

This event is organised by Action Challenge. There will be safety measures implemented including: staggered start times, social distancing and hand sanitiser stations. Find out more.

Registration options

There are several different ways that you can join:

Charity Sponsorship – pay a small registration fee and do lots of fundraising!

  • Full Challenge – £15 reg fee + £595 in fundraising
  • Half Challenge -£10 reg fee + £395 in fundraising
  • Quarter Challenge – £5 reg fee + £245 in fundraising

Mixed Funding – pay a higher contribution to the cost of your place and fundraise to a lower target.

  • Full Challenge – £99 reg fee + £299 in fundraising
  • Half Challenge – £64.50 reg fee + £199 in fundraising
  • Quarter Challenge – £39.50 reg fee + £119 in fundraising

Self funding – pay for your place and have no fundraising target

  • Full Challenge – £198 reg fee
  • Half Challenge – £129 reg fee
  • Quarter Challenge – £79 reg fee

Support along the way

  • Free Retina UK t-shirt
  • A dedicated member of our fundraising team with top tips, advice and materials to help you reach your target
  • Fully signed route with rest stops and free food and drink
  • Medics, massage, and pace walkers
  • Medal, t-shirt and glass of fizz as you cross the finish line.
Find out more and sign up

If you have any questions or require help or support, please contact our Fundraising Team on 07736 925 174 or email fundraising@RetinaUK.org.uk.

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