Thames Path Challenge
Challenge yourself to a scenic 100km hike along the Thames Path in September 2026. This challenging but rewarding route passes through some of England's most beautiful countryside.
Email usHike from Putney Bridge to Henley, passing through Richmond, Hampton Court, Runnymede, and Windsor. There are also 75km, 50km, and 25km options available.
Your challenge will be a test of spirit and determination, but you’ll have support throughout. Your entry includes free food and drink, medics, marshals, and a massage. At the finish line, you’ll receive a glass of fizz, a t-shirt, and a medal.
Route Options:
- Full Challenge – 100km ‘continous’ overnight challenge
- Full ‘Daylight’ Challenge – 100km split into 2 days
- 3/4 Challenge – 72km
- Half Challenge – 50km
- Quarter Challenge – 25km
- 10km Challenge – 10km
How to Sign Up and Fundraising Options:
Charity Sponsorship
You pay a small registration free, fundraise for us and we will pay for your place!
| Distance | Reg Fee | Fundraising target |
|---|---|---|
| Full Challenge (100km) | £50 | £575 |
| 3/4 Challenge (75km) | £45 | £475 |
| 1/2 Challenge (50km) | £40 | £375 |
| 1/4 Challenge (25km) | £30 | £275 |
| 10km Challenge | £20 | £100 |
Mixed Funding
Pay half of the event place cost yourself, fundraise a bit less and we pay the balance of the event place cost.
| Distance | Reg Fee | Fundraising target |
|---|---|---|
| Full Challenge (100km) | £110 | £330 |
| 3/4 Challenge (75km) | £90 | £270 |
| 1/2 Challenge (50km) | £75 | £225 |
| 1/4 Challenge (25km) | £50 | £150 |
| 10km Challenge | £22.50 | £70 |
Self Funding
You pay the full cost of the event place – fundraise whatever you want, with no set target or deadline, and there’s no cost at all to the charity!
| Distance | Reg Fee |
|---|---|
| Full Challenge (100km) | £199 |
| 3/4 Challenge (75km) | £169 |
| 1/2 Challenge (50km) | £139 |
| 1/4 Challenge (25km) | £89 |
| 10km Challenge | £39 |
If you’ve got your own place, please email events@raysofsunshine.org.uk and our dedicated fundraising team will be in touch.