Events & Challenges

Whether it’s a run, cycle, trek, skydive or wing walk, we have a challenge for everyone...

Take on an unforgettable challenge this June and cycle the breathtaking Way of the Roses in support of Treetops Hospice. This iconic 172‑mile coast‑to‑coast route is completed over several days, giving riders the chance to enjoy the scenery, chat, laugh, and experience the journey together. ⏰ Leaving Treetops at 8am on Friday 12 June 🚲 All transport and trip logistics included. Participants are required to pay for their own food and accommodation. This is a social, inclusive charity ride—perfect for anyone who wants to take part in something meaningful without the pressure of racing. Electric bikes are welcome, making the event accessible to riders of all abilities. Why your fundraising matters: All participants are asked to raise a minimum of £400, with every penny raised helping support our end-of-life care, bereavement support and wellbeing services throughout central and southern Derbyshire. For full details or to sign up, please contact John Knight at john.knight@treetopshospice.org.uk or call 07990 038 713.

Make a splash for local hospice care by donning your swimsuit and taking on The Coventry Building Society Great North Swim in support of Treetops Hospice. Taking place from 12–14 June 2026 at Brockhole‑on‑Windermere, this iconic open‑water event is perfect for anyone ready to dive into an unforgettable challenge for Treetops. As one of the UK’s biggest open‑water swims, it’s ideal for all abilities, from seasoned swimmers to first‑timers. With a fully supported course, a festival‑style atmosphere and breathtaking scenery, you’re guaranteed an incredible experience. Standard Tickets (2 April until 1 May): £20 per adult for the 1 Mile swim Minimum Sponsorship: £108 [button url="https://register.enthuse.com/ps/event/GreatNorthSwimTreetops26" template="block" class="btn-block--red"]Sign up for the Great North Swim[/button] Supporting Treetops By taking part in the Great North Swim for Treetops and fundraising a minimum sponsorship of £108, you'll be helping support our vital care across central and southern Derbyshire. Your £108 sponsorship could fund a night of Hospice at Home care. As a thank you for taking part in the Great North Swim for Treetops Hospice, you’ll receive: A Treetops T‑shirt to wear on the day A Treetops medal to proudly show off after the event Support from a member of our team, cheering you on every step of the way

On Saturday 20 June 2026, the hospice gardens will become a tranquil space for reflection and remembrance. Hundreds of Forget‑Me‑Not sculptures—each around 8cm wide and standing 35cm tall—will come together to form a beautiful collective tribute for families, friends, and our wider community. Dedicate a Forget‑Me‑Not For £30, you can reserve your own engraved Forget‑Me‑Not flower in memory of someone special. Your tribute will join many others in a shared celebration of love, life, and cherished memories. [button url="https://www.treetopshospice.org.uk/get-involved/memory-meadow/" template="block" class="btn-block--red"]Buy your Forget-Me-Not[/button] A message from Treetops Robin Langrishe, Head of Community Relationships, shares: “Each Forget‑Me‑Not is a personal tribute. It represents someone loved, someone missed, and someone remembered. It’s also a beautiful keepsake—a symbol of peace and comfort for all those we care for. We invite everyone to join us in creating a moment of beauty and reflection this summer.” After the installation concludes, your Forget‑Me‑Not will be yours to keep—a lasting symbol of remembrance for your home or garden. Each flower is mounted on a steel pole for easy placement, and can be collected from the hospice or posted to you. Find out more about our Memory Meadow and buy your Forget-Me-Not via: https://www.treetopshospice.org.uk/get-involved/memory-meadow/

Not ready for a half marathon? No worries, take on the RAM 5 Mile event for Treetops and help support local hospice care. Taking place on the same day as Ramathon, the RAM 5 Miler will see you start and finish at the same location as the Ramathon runners... Silk Mill Park. From there you'll run through the city centre for the first 2 miles, before making your way towards Pride Park Stadium, before heading back towards the city centre. Every step you take on the 5 mile course helps to fund our vital work through central and southern Derbyshire. We ask all Treetops runners to raise a minimum of £108, which is enough to fund a night of Hospice at Home care. To say thank you for your support as you take on the event, you'll receive from Treetops: Tech Tshirt Bespoke Treetops Medal A certificate of thanks  

Since 2018 the Ramathon has been a highly anticipated and popular event in the local running calendar. This year, we'd love you to lace up your trainers and take on the race for Treetops. Starting and finishing at Silk Mill Park, passing Pride Park Stadium, Alvaston Park and the stunning scenery of Elvaston Country Park, the Ramathon is the perfect race for all runners. Every step you take on the 13.1 mile, fast and flat course, in support of Treetops, helps to fund our vital work through central and southern Derbyshire. We ask all Treetops runners to raise a minimum of £108, which is enough to fund a night of Hospice at Home care. To say thank you for your support as you take on the event, you'll receive from Treetops: Tech Tshirt Bespoke Treetops Medal A certificate of thanks  

Book a tour of your local hospice During the 90-minute tour over a cuppa and cake, we will tell you a little of our history and how Treetops has grown from a campaign run by local people to the organisation it is today and how, thanks to the support of our community, we continue to develop to meet the needs of local people. You will see our Wellbeing Space, the Cheetham Centre (adult counselling and therapy rooms), and The Saplings (our children’s counselling and therapy centre built by DIY SOS Big Build for BBC Children in Need 2023). You will also have the opportunity to enjoy the 12.5 acre grounds. Our tours are free of charge to those who attend. Tour Dates Tour dates are available on specific days in the form. [button url="https://www.treetopshospice.org.uk/book-a-tour-form/" template="block" class="btn-block--red"]Book onto a tour[/button] Joining a Tour There is a maximum number of 12 people for each tour, so we ask you to book a place/s. You must not bring additional people with you to a tour because we will not have planned for them. This means we will not have sufficient staff or catering arranged. If your friends and family are interested in joining you, please contact us at least two days before your tour date by calling us on 0115 949 1264 or dropping our team an email to see if we have spaces available. We regret that tours may be cancelled if less than five people book onto them.

This event is an "In aid of Treetops Hospice" supported by P J Productions and Erewash Rotary Spend a summer afternoon in the beautiful grounds of Treetops Hospice, where live music and community spirit come together. Bring your picnic and refreshments (alcohol permitted) and enjoy timeless songs from Rolling Stones, REM, Oasis, Frank Sinatra, Van Morrison, Take That, Simon&Garfunkel and more. Relax, unwind, and support a wonderful cause. Please note, gates open at 4pm. You're welcome to bring chairs and tables, but gazebos aren't permitted.

The climbs and descents are modest, and the obstacles are few. There'll be some superb views from the high ground of Higger Tor and the iron age walls of Carl Wark before heading out in the direction of Millstone Edge. This Walk starts from Longshaw visitor centre and finishes by the National Trust's Longshaw café. #TeamTreetops can refuel with a view over the valley and celebrate our phenomenal success! This will be a sociable walk with an emphasis on soaking up the views at a relaxed pace and moving safely through the rocky sections. Step out of your comfort zone to support your local hospice. When you walk for us, you will receive: An exclusive Treetops running tech-shirt Discount card that gives you 10% discount at Derby Runner Fundraising support and resources to help you reach your fundraising goals A supportive Facebook community to share training and fundraising tips with A member of the Treetops team who will stay in touch with you every step of the way Our everlasting thanks! Want to be amazing and join us? Sign up to register for in the Longshaw Walk in August! [button url="https://register.enthuse.com/ps/event/LongshawWalkAug26" template="block" class="btn-block--red"]Sign up today [/button]

Treetops Hospice are the Charity of the Year for this event! Taking place this September the race is a sell out every year and has become firm favourites in the region’s running calendar. The scenic, flat, fast, traffic-free road route is open to all abilities and is an excellent course for those looking to complete an easy flat 10k or for the runner who is chasing a personal best time. Every mile you complete helps fund vital end‑of‑life care across central and southern Derbyshire. We ask all Treetops runners to raise a minimum of £108, enough to fund a night of Hospice at Home care for a patient and their family. To say thank you for your support as you take on the event, you'll receive from Treetops: Tech Tshirt Bespoke Treetops Medal A certificate of thanks From the event: Chip timing and results service Technical event t-shirt to all finishers Pre and post-race massage Extensive prize structure [button url="https://register.enthuse.com/ps/event/Wilne10k2026" template="block" class="btn-block--red"]Enter Today![/button]

Bounce, climb and sprint your way through this incredible Inflatable course... an epic challenge for ages 5 and up. Taking place at Bakewell Showground on Saturday 12 September 2026, the Inflatable Fun Run invites you to tackle gigantic obstacles, slides and tunnels. With 30 inflatables to conquer, it’s a brilliant day out for individuals, families and teams. And the fun doesn’t stop there... Choose from a 2.5k (1 lap), 5k (2 laps), 10k (4 laps) or 15k (6 laps) distance to suit your team, each option is available to select on the registration form! Each lap is packed with exciting inflatables, perfect for beginners, families, and experienced runners alike. Join Team Treetops for a day to remember and help us make every day count! Early Bird Tickets (until 2 May): Individual: £15 Family ticket: £30 (1 Adult + 1 Child) [button url="https://register.enthuse.com/ps/event/InflatableFunRun2026" template="block" class="btn-block--red"]Book today![/button] Standard Tickets (2 May until 21 August): Individual: £20 Family Ticket: £40 (1 Adult + 1 Child) Fundraising for Treetops We ask all participants taking part in the Inflatable Fun Run for Treetops to fundraise, helping support our vital care across central and southern Derbyshire. The fundraising target is £108 per person, enough to fund a night of Hospice at Home care. As a thank you, you’ll receive: A Treetops T‑shirt to wear on the day A Treetops medal to proudly show off after the event On‑the‑day support from a member of our team, cheering you on every step of the way [button url="https://register.enthuse.com/ps/event/InflatableFunRun2026" template="block" class="btn-block--red"]Buy your early bird tickets[/button]

Join #TeamTreetops Our places for the Great North Run are now at capacity. Please get in touch to join our waiting list: [button url="mailto:claire.mathias@treetopshospice.org.uk" template="block" class="btn-block--red"]Get in touch[/button] We have plenty of other Challenge Events that you can get involved in: [button url="https://www.treetopshospice.org.uk/get-involved/fundraising-with-treetops/events-and-challenges/" template="block" class="btn-block--red"]See our Challenge Events[/button] You will get as part of #TeamTreetops An exclusive Treetops running tech-shirt Discount card that gives you 10% discount at Derby Runner Fundraising support and resources to help you reach your fundraising goals A supportive Facebook community to share training and fundraising tips with A member of the Treetops team who will stay in touch with you every step of the way Our everlasting thanks!