Take part in an event

Taking part in an event for Rising Sun is a great way to challenge yourself whilst raising much-needed funds to support victim-survivors of domestic abuse. Together, we can truly make a difference.

Whether you’re running a marathon, cold-water swimming, hiking mountains or flying through the skies, your bravery is helping us to change the lives of survivors experiencing domestic abuse. Your fundraising could help them reach safety.

Each year we must raise £1.7m to provide all of our services free of charge to those who need us most.

Below, you can find a wide-range of events that you can take part in through a Rising Sun place. Whichever challenge you choose, we’d love to hear from you!

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"Before the event I was very nervous as I was out of my comfort zone. But after, I was so happy and I truly impressed myself that I actually completed it."

Find an event to suit you

Lydd Half Marathon

Lydd Half Marathon

You can now run the Lydd Half Marathon in support of Rising Sun! This long-established event takes place on a pancake flat course through the quiet country lanes of Lydd, perfect for Spring marathon training.

Date: 09/03/2025

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Kent Charity Trek

This Spring, challenge yourself to hike either 25km or 50km along the North Downs Way in Kent as you take in the scenic views of the beautiful Garden of England. You can now choose to take on the trek for Rising Sun!

Date: 17/05/2025

Wing Walking

Wing Walking

Take to the skies for Rising Sun and soar through the air at speeds of 120mph whilst strapped to a Boeing Stearman biplane! This adrenaline-fuelled challenge is a perfect way to experience a true sense of freedom.

Date: 07/06/2025

Big Half

The Big Half

Weave your way through London from Tower Bridge to the iconic Cutty Sark in Greenwich in this vibrant and inclusive half marathon. There is now a WAITING LIST for a Rising Sun charity place.

Date: 07/09/2025

Swim Serpentine

Swim Serpentine

Take the plunge for Rising Sun as you challenge yourself to a memorable open water swim in the world-famous Serpentine lake in London’s Hyde Park! Choose from a half-mile or 1-mile distance.

Date: 20/09/2025

London Marathon

London Marathon 2026

Take in the best of London’s landmarks as you pass Buckingham Palace, The Cutty Sark, Tower Bridge and Canary Wharf whilst completing the world-famous London Marathon with a Rising Sun charity place!

Date: 26/04/2026

Got your own place in an event?

If like Thomas, you have chosen to use your own place in an event to fundraise for Rising Sun, we’d love to hear from you!

After completing the Couch to 5k, a world of new experiences was opened up to Thomas as he began to feel more confident in his abilities, and led to him joining Folkestone Running & Athletics Club. One thing led to another and Thomas found himself completing the Manchester Marathon in 2024.

When deciding to take on Brighton Marathon 2025, Thomas wanted to do it not only for himself, but for others too. Thomas shared:

“I hope that by using running which I love and utilising it to highlight Rising Sun, will not only signpost people who need it but also encourage others to understand what things they can do to help put an end to domestic abuse.”

Get in touch with fundraising@risingsunkent.com!

Fundraising Terms and Conditions

We ask all fundraisers to agree to our Fundraising Terms and Conditions when taking part in event, or engaging in general fundraising for Rising Sun. Ahead of registering for an event with Rising Sun, please familiarise yourself with our Terms and Conditions.

Download your sponsorship form

To help you spread the word about your incredible fundraising efforts for Rising Sun, you can download one of our branded sponsorship forms to share with your friends, family and colleagues. Please be sure to ask your kind supporters to tick Gift Aid to raise an additional 25%!