Challenge Event Archives - BRACE Alzheimer's Research https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/events-tag/challenge-event/ Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:01:36 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1.3 https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/cropped-Brace-logo-retina-32x32.png Challenge Event Archives - BRACE Alzheimer's Research https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/events-tag/challenge-event/ 32 32 TCS Double London Marathon https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/events/london-marathon/ Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:30:59 +0000 https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/?post_type=mec-events&p=26243 Take on the world famous London Marathon for dementia research in 2027! Applications now open.

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]]> TCS Double London Marathon 2027 applications are now closed and all spaces have been filled.

Have you secured a ballot place and would like to support BRACE?

If you’ve been lucky enough to secure a place in the TCS Double London Marathon through the public ballot, we’d love to welcome you to our team. Your support means that we can continue to fund vital dementia research, training the next generation of dementia specialists, and offering hope for, one day, finding a cure.

There’s no minimum fundraising target, just have fun and raise as much as you can! When you sign up, your fundraising page will be automatically created, and we’ll send you a free BRACE running top.

Click here to register your ballot place and join Team BRACE!

If you have any questions, please email us at fundraising@alzheimers-brace.org

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]]> Amsterdam Marathon https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/events/amsterdam-marathon/ Mon, 27 Mar 2023 12:18:16 +0000 https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/?post_type=mec-events&p=9548 Amsterdam bridge and canal On Sunday 15th October you could be one of 47,000 runners taking part in the Amsterdam Marathon, for dementia research!

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]]> On Sunday 15th October you could be one of 47,000 runners taking part in the Amsterdam Marathon! A flat and beautiful course taking you across canals, through Vondel Park and the Rijskmeusum. 

Get your clogs on and support dementia research! 

Register for the Amsterdam Marathon

If you have any questions, please contact elin@alzheimers-brace.org 

Registration deadline is 15th August 2023. With a fundraising target of £800 

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]]> Edinburgh Marathon https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/events/edinburgh-marathon/ Mon, 27 Mar 2023 08:56:18 +0000 https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/?post_type=mec-events&p=9537 Come and be part of Scotland’s BIGGEST running festival! This ever-growing festival of running is now a major event in the Scottish sporting calendar. Starting in Edinburgh, the course heads out through East Lothian offering stunning views and an unforgettable running experience. The marathon route is one of the fastest in the UK making that…

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]]> Come and be part of Scotland’s BIGGEST running festival!

This ever-growing festival of running is now a major event in the Scottish sporting calendar. Starting in Edinburgh, the course heads out through East Lothian offering stunning views and an unforgettable running experience.

The marathon route is one of the fastest in the UK making that elusive personal best a distinct possibility! Edinburgh Marathon joined the world’s elite road races in 2012 by becoming the first marathon in Scotland to be officially recognised by the IAAF, the athletics governing body. The IAAF bronze label puts the race among the top 75 in the world making it a pivotal part of the sporting calendar for runners.

Click here to register online.

Registration Fee: £49

Minimum Fundraising Target: £650

If you have any questions before registering, please contact fundraising@alzheimers-brace.org

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]]> Birmingham Running Festival https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/events/birmingham-running-festival-10k/ Mon, 27 Mar 2023 08:53:13 +0000 https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/?post_type=mec-events&p=9535 Lots of runners legs taking part in a race, you cannot see above their thighs. Join Team BRACE and run the Birmingham 10K for dementia research.

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]]> Join us for a unique opportunity to run a 5k, 10k or Half Marathon around the beautiful Sutton Park, a 2,400 acre National Nature Reserve in Birmingham. 

Each Mile will be accurately marked out and we have plenty of helpers to keep you quite literally on track and encourage you on your way to the finish. Included in your entry fee is a themed medal, water and post race goodies. Come and enjoy the day with us; we hope to see you there! 

Register for Birmingham 10K

If you have any questions before registering, please contact helen@alzheimers-brace.org 

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 11.05.23 

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]]> Leeds Marathon https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/events/leeds-marathon/ Mon, 27 Mar 2023 08:40:36 +0000 https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/?post_type=mec-events&p=9534 Lots of runners legs taking part in a race, you cannot see above their thighs. On Sunday 14th May you could be one of 10,000 runners taking part in the Leeds Marathon, enjoy the views, win your medal and help to defeat dementia.

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]]> Are you looking for a healthier way to take part in the Otley run? 

Join 10,000 runners in the Leeds Marathon on Sunday 14th May, and take on a fantastic route across the city starting and ending at Headingley stadium. 

Registration deadline is Thursday 4th May 2023. With a fundraising target of  £500 

Interested? Apply for a race place. 

If you have any questions, please contact helen@alzheimers-brace.org 

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]]> London Landmark Half Marathon https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/events/london-landmark-half-marathon/ Mon, 27 Mar 2023 08:36:27 +0000 https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/?post_type=mec-events&p=9532 A bright yellow background, showing a drawing of a person running in black and the logo of London landmarks. Join Team BRACE today and run the London Landmarks Half Marathon for dementia research. Explore London's hidden gems during your race.

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]]> The London Landmarks Half Marathon is a closed road, central London run and is the only half marathon to go through both the City of London and City of Westminster. 

The event is not your average half marathon! From cultural landmarks and heritage to the city’s quirky and hidden secrets, runner get to explore the capital on a route like no other! 

Register for London Landmarks Half Marathon

If you have any questions before registering, please contact helen@alzheimers-brace.org 

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 31.10.2022 

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]]> Regional Events https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/events/regional-events/ Mon, 27 Mar 2023 07:54:48 +0000 https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/?post_type=mec-events&p=9531 A red banner, with the words: regional events on. Join Team BRACE today and find the perfect local event for you.

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]]> Keen to run for dementia research, but you’re looking for an event closer to home? Check out our regional links to find an event that works for you!

If you have any more questions before registering, please contact elin@alzheimers-brace.org 

East of England 

London 

Midlands 

South East 

South West 

South 

North East 

North West 

Yorkshire 

Wales 

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]]> Virtual Events https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/events/virtual-events/ Mon, 27 Mar 2023 07:45:24 +0000 https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/?post_type=mec-events&p=9530 A red banner, with the words - virtual events on. If you are interested in running a virtual race for us and virtually join an event in and outside of the UK, please follow this link to find the perfect event for you: Run For Charity – Event Page Listing  If you would like to run for BRACE and have won your own virtual race…

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]]> If you are interested in running a virtual race for us and virtually join an event in and outside of the UK, please follow this link to find the perfect event for you: Run For Charity – Event Page Listing 

If you would like to run for BRACE and have won your own virtual race place, please contact Helen at elin@alzheimers-brace.org. 

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]]> London Marathon 2023 https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/events/london-marathon-2023/ Fri, 24 Mar 2023 12:38:03 +0000 https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/?post_type=mec-events&p=9513 Take on the world famous London Marathon for dementia research in 2023!

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]]> The TCS London Marathon is back in Spring! Join 50,000 people taking on this world famous event.  

Run the world famous 26.2 miles whilst raising vital funds for dementia research. 

Registration fee: £100 

Fundraising target: £2,000 

Places for this event are given out via an application system and are now filled. Check later in 2023 to apply for a 2024 race place!

If you would like to run for BRACE and have won your own place in the ballot, please contact Helen at helen@alzheimers-brace.org. 

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]]> Bath Half Marathon https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/events/bath-half/ Wed, 22 Mar 2023 13:02:29 +0000 https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/newevents/bath-half-2023/ A woman wearing a red BRACE vest is smiling holding up a Bath Half Finisher 23 medal. Would you like to take on the Bath Half Marathon on Sunday 14th March 2027? 

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]]> Would you like to take on the Bath Half Marathon on Sunday 14th March 2027? 

The Bath Half is one of the longest-established and most popular city centre road events in the UK and a FLAT COURSE! 

The route covers a two-lap 13.1 mile (21.1km) traffic-free course straddling both sides of the River Avon.

The course itself is fast and flat making it suitable for all abilities – from beginners whose key objective is to complete the course, to more regular long-distance runners, looking to beat their personal best time. For more information see Strava for the course elevation. 

Enter the Bath Half Marathon today. Book your race place for £35 and pledge to raise £375 for dementia research. 

If you have any questions before registering, please contact fundraising@alzheimers-brace.org 

Please note: This is a charity place with BRACE and by purchasing a place you are agreeing to fundraise a minimum of £375 for the charity. Refunds cannot be issued if purchased in error.

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