Every step you take helps deliver vital learning opportunities. From a child learning to read for the first time, to a young person gaining skills for work, or a woman returning to education after years away, your challenge helps make it happen.

By cycling, running, walking or hiking with #TeamPratham, you are not just achieving a personal goal. You are helping transform lives and giving learners the chance to build the skills they need to succeed.

Whether you want to run, walk, cycle or hike, there’s a challenge for everyone. From city routes to mountain peaks, you can choose an event that suits your goals and supports learning.

Our 2026 challenges include:

• Cycle: London to Brighton Cycle Ride

• Run: London Marathon 2027

• Hike: National Three Peaks Challenge

• Walk: Thames Walk Challenge (10km or 25km)

The Pratham UK team will be there to help you along the way, with ideas and encouragement to support your fundraising and your challenge journey.

London to Brighton Cycle Ride

Take on the iconic 55-mile London to Brighton route with #TeamPratham. This ride is perfect for first-time long-distance cyclists and experienced riders alike. The route offers beautiful scenery and a real sense of achievement at the finish line.

Date: Sunday 13 September
Distance: 55 miles

Registration fee: £55
Fundraising pledge: £250

London Marathon 2027

Join #TeamPratham for the London Marathon. Whether you're taking on your first marathon, chasing a personal best, or fulfilling a lifelong goal, this iconic race is an unforgettable experience. Run through the heart of London while helping transform the lives of learners across India.

Distance: 26.2 miles 
Date: Sunday 25 April 2027

Fundraising pledge: £2,500

National Three Peaks Challenge

Take on the ultimate hiking challenge in this fast-paced and physically challenging adventure, as you take on the three highest peaks in England, Scotland and Wales.

Considered one of Britain’s toughest outdoor challenges, the National 3 Peaks Challenge takes in the dizzy heights of Ben Nevis (1,344m), Scafell Pike (978m) and Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa) (1,085m) and your challenge is to do all this in 24 hours!

Dates: Friday 3–5 July

Registration fee: £95
Fundraising pledge: £975

Please note: You can sign up individually on alternative dates if you prefer.

Our Executive Director, Nick Sankey, will be taking part in July with a small group. If you’d like to be part of the team, we’d be delighted to have you.

Thames Walk Challenge

Trek 25 km across the Capital with unrivalled views of the skyline & landmarks. From a Putney Bridge start it’s East towards the City, zig-zagging over 16 historic bridges, each with a fascinating story – and a mid-point rest stop at The Oval Cricket Ground for snacks & drinks. 25 km later, beyond the majestic Tower Bridge, it’s a party style finish line celebration & afternoon picnic in Southwark Park.

Date: Saturday 12 September

Choose your distance:

25km walk 
Registration fee: £89
Fundraising pledge: whatever you can

10km walk
Registration fee: £49
Fundraising pledge: whatever you can

Please note: If you sign up for the walk, please email us - hello@pratham.org.uk - to confirm your participation so we can support you on your fundraising journey.