Set a challenge
Push your limits and make an impact in 2026 by joining a marathon or challenge to support our charity.
Take on a challenge, make a difference!
Push your limits and make an impact in 2026 by joining a marathon or challenge to support Tyneside and Northumberland Mind. By signing up and creating a fundraising page, you’ll help us provide vital mental health services in our local community. Whether you join an upcoming race event, host a padel / tennis / football tournament, or set yourself an epic challenge all on your own. We’re here to support you every step of the way!
Here’s just some of the ways we’ll support you:
✅ Access to our fundraising pack with tips and resources
✅ A personalised challenge running top to wear with pride
✅ Shoutouts on our social media and newsletter to celebrate your efforts
✅ Support from our fundraising team – simply email fundraising@tynesidemind.org.uk
✅ Additional resource support, including buckets, tins, and posters for ‘big day’ events
Not only will you be raising essential funds for local support services, but you’ll also boost your wellbeing by staying active, strengthening your mind and body, and connecting with others.
Ready to get inspired? Take a look at our recommendations below!
Padel Project Tournament
📅 Date: Various Dates
📍 Location: Newcastle
Reach out for further details. Click here.
Leeds (Rob Burrow) Marathon
📅 Date: 10th May 2026
📍 Location: Leeds
Register Here: https://www.runforall.com/events/marathon/leeds-marathon/
Mind on the Wall – Hadrian’s Wall Charity Walk
📅 Date: 31st May 2026
📍 Location: Hadrian’s Wall, Northumberland
Register now. Click here.
Charity Challenge
📅 Date: Various Dates
📍 Location: Worldwide
Check out the adventures available and choose your charity challenge. Register Here: https://www.charitychallenge.com/choose-your-challenge
Great North Swim
📅 Date: 12th -14th June
📍 Location: Brockhole on Windmere
Choose your swim length and register here: https://greatswim.org/great-north-swim/
Total Warrior Mud Run – 6K & 12K
📅 Date: 27th & 28th June 2026
📍 Location: Bramham Park, Wetherby
Register Here: https://totalwarrior.co.uk/enter-now/
Great North 10k
📅 Date: 5th July 2026
📍 Location: Newcastle
Register Here: https://www.greatrun.org/events/great-north-10k/
Muddy Obstacle Challenge Event
📅 Date: 26th July 2026
📍 Location: Gateshead
Register now. Click here.
Cycling Events
📅 Date: Multiple Options
📍 Location: Various Locations
Register Here: https://www.cyclinguk.org/event-listing
Inflatable 5K Running Events
📅 Date: 22nd August 2026
📍 Location: Newcastle Racecourse, High Gosforth
Register Here: https://www.ukrunningevents.co.uk/events/inflatable-5k
Great North Run
📅 Date: 13th September 2026
📍 Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Find information about how you can run for your local mental health charity. Click here.
2 Valleys Trail (22km)
📅 Date: Multiple Options
📍 Location: Lake District National Park, UK
Register Here: https://www.13valleysultra.com/event-info/
5 Valleys Trail (55km)
📅 Date: Multiple Options
📍 Location: Lake District National Park, UK
Register Here: https://www.13valleysultra.com/event-info/
7 Valleys Trail (110km)
📅 Date: Multiple Options
📍 Location: Lake District National Park, UK
Register Here: https://www.13valleysultra.com/event-info/
13 Valleys Trail (185km)
📅 Date: Multiple Options
📍 Location: Lake District National Park, UK
Register Here: https://www.13valleysultra.com/event-info/
North East Skinny Dip
📅 Date: 20th September 2026
📍 Location: Druridge Bay, Northumberland
Register now. Click here.
