Events & Challenges

Cycle, sled and trek in support of Treetops Hospice by taking on one of Global Adventures’ superb global challenges. Global Adventures specialise in creating life‑changing challenge events for groups and individuals, both here in the UK and across the world. In 2026 and 2027, they’re running a fantastic programme of events for Treetops supporters, including: Everest Base Camp Treks Great Wall of China Treks Inca Trail Treks Three Peaks Challenge 24 Peaks Challenge Vietname to Cambodia Cycle London to Paris Cycle Lapland Husky Trail Sled All that's missing from these fantastic challenges is you and your team! Supporting Treetops By taking part in a Global Adventure event for Treetops and fundraising, you'll be helping support our vital care across central and southern Derbyshire, ensuring we're able to provide Hospice at Home, Wellbeing Support and Bereavement Counselling to end-of-life patients and their families. As a thank you for taking part in a Global Adventure challenge 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 [button url="https://gac-brochures.com/dates-costs/?charity=6530&Charity-Name=Treetops%20Hospice%20Care" template="block" class="btn-block--red"]Find your next challenge[/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]

Treetops Hospice are the Charity of the Year for this event! Taking place this November the race is a sell out every year and has become firm favourites in the region’s running calendar. The Derby 10 Mile is a fast and flat road race that takes runners through the picturesque Elvaston Castle Country Park. This annual event, part of the popular RunDerby Race Series, attracts participants from across the UK and is an ideal challenge for runners of all abilities. Showcasing the scenic beauty of the Derbyshire countryside, the race offers a truly enjoyable experience for both experienced and novice runners alike. 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  

Treetops Hospice places in the TCS London Marathon 2026 are now FULL. Please keep an eye out for future events. The TCS London Marathon is the ultimate bucket-list event. You’ll join 50,000 other runners to take on the UK’s biggest marathon. Taking part in London Marathon allows you to run past iconic London landmarks, on traffic-free roads. And with every step you take will help us support local families. Why run for Treetops Hospice: The TCS London Marathon is the ultimate bucket-list event. You'll join 50,000 other runners to take on the UK's biggest marathon. Taking part in London Marathon allows you to run past iconic London landmarks, on traffic-free roads. And with every step you take will help us support local families We will support you every step of the way, from helping you with fundraising inspiration to cheering for you on race day… plus our everlasting gratitude. As a valued member of Team Treetops, you will get: Treetops running tech-shirt Fundraising support and resources throughout Facebook #TeamTreetops community group Regular contact from our events team Our everlasting thanks! Be amazing, join #TeamTreetops today. Why Your Fundraising Matters: Every step you take and pound you raise helps local people living with life-limiting illnesses receive the care they deserve. We ask you to commit to raising a minimum of £2,000 in sponsorship. With Gift Aid, every mile you run could help provide 19 families with Hospice at Home care for someone at the end of their life. Our dedicated team are on hand to offer tips and fundraising ideas to help you reach your target If you have already signed up for the event and are looking for a charity to support we would love to hear from you. There is no minimum fundraising target, but every pound you raise will make a difference in helping us continue to support local people living with a life-limiting illness.    

This event is now full for 2026   When you run for us, you will receive: Treetops running tech-shirt 10% discount card for Derby Runner and Run Forest Run Shop Fundraising support and resources throughout Facebook #TeamTreetops community group Regular contact from our events team A meet and greet point in the running village Homemade cake at the finishing line Our everlasting thanks! [button url="https://register.enthuse.com/ps/event/LondonLandmarksHalfMarathonTeamTreetops" template="block" class="btn-block--red"]Register to run the London Landmarks Half Marathon[/button] [button url="/event/own-place-in-an-event" template="block" class="btn-block--red"]Got your own place? Raise money for Treetops and support local patients[/button] Please read the London Landmarks Half Marathon Terms and Conditions before registering.

Taking place in Spring 2027, the Derby 10K welcome thousands of runners each year to take on the challenge around the city's streets, on a flat, fast, traffic free route. As you run for Treetops in this fantastic event, you'll pass some of the iconic sites of Derby, including the Derbion, Derby Cathedral and Pride Park Stadium, where you'll start and finish your race. When you run for us, you will receive: Treetops running tech-shirt 10% discount card for Derby Runner and Run Forest Run Shop Fundraising support and resources throughout Facebook #TeamTreetops community group Regular contact from our events team A meet and greet point in the running village Homemade cake at the finishing line [embed]https://youtube.com/shorts/X8iAyQK4bW0?feature=share[/embed] Why Your Fundraising Matters: Every step you take and pound you raise helps local people living with life-limiting illnesses receive the care they deserve. We ask you to commit to raising a target of £108 in sponsorship which could help fund one night of Hospice at Home care for someone at the end of their life. Our dedicated team are on hand to offer tips and fundraising ideas to help you reach your target. Every pound you raise will make a difference in helping us continue to support local people living with a life-limiting illness. [button url="/event/own-place-in-an-event" template="block" class="btn-block--red"]Got your own place? Raise money for Treetops and support local patients[/button]

Interested in taking part in 2026's Moonlight Walk? Register your interest TODAY Our Moonlight Walk returns to Derby Market Hall and we want YOU to join us! Taking place on Friday 18 September (5-10pm), this year's Moonlight Walk will see hundreds of supporters sparkle as they walk in memory of loved ones, with family and friends, brightening up the Derby night, on our special route... and you could join them. By taking on either the 5K or 10K, fully-marshalled route, and fundraising for your local hospice, you'll help Treetops provide nursing care, palliative care and emotional support for adults and their families in central and southern Derbyshire. Whether you’re walking to support Treetops Hospice or in memory of someone special, every step you take will help make a difference. Doors open at 5pm and we’ll kick the night off in style with accessory stalls and plenty of entertainment, before the official warm-up ahead of the walks starting at 630pm. As you walk the route and reach Derby Cathedral, there will be an opportunity to light a candle in memory of someone special. Ticket Prices: Early Bird (until 7pm Friday 29 May) £12 – Adult £12 – Child £24 – Family ticket (one adult + one child) Special offer: Buy 5 tickets, get the 6th free Standard Tickets (from 7pm Friday 29 May) £18 – Adult £18 – Child £36 – Family ticket (one adult + one child) Special offer: Buy 5 tickets, get the 6th free Why Your Fundraising Matters: Every step you take and pound you raise helps local people living with life-limiting illnesses receive the care they deserve. We suggest you raise a minimum of £50 per person in sponsorship. This could help a patient receive four hours of end-of-life nursing care, in the comfort of their own home. With your help, we want to raise £53,000 in sponsorship from this event which could provide over 490 local people living with a life-limiting illness, who have chosen to die in their own home, receive a night of Hospice at Home nursing care. Be one of the first to hear about the exciting plans for the 2026 Treetops Moonlight Walk, by registering your interest today. Read the full Moonlight Walk Terms and Conditions  

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!

Take on one of the UK’s most iconic city races and make a real difference for local people living with a life‑limiting illness, by running for Treetops Hospice. Every mile you run helps provide vital care for families across central and southern Derbyshire. When you run for Treetops, not only will you be supporting end-of-life care in your community, but you'll receive from us: A Treetops running tech‑shirt Fundraising support, ideas, and resources Access to our #TeamTreetops Facebook community Regular contact from our events team A meet‑and‑greet point in the running village Our heartfelt thanks for supporting local hospice care £108:  the minimum fundraising target for a charity place, which could fund a full night of Hospice at Home care for someone at the end of life. Choose your place: Charity Place Minimum fundraising target: £108 Own Place Already secured your spot in the race? Run for Treetops with no minimum fundraising target. Every pound you raise helps us care for more families. About the Robin Hood Half Marathon A single 13.1‑mile closed‑road loop through Nottingham’s most famous landmarks, including: The River Trent Nottingham Castl The Robin Hood Statue The Park Estate Wollaton Park The course is undulating with a few early inclines—perfect for both first‑timers and seasoned runners chasing a PB.

There will be reflective readings and festive carols accompanied by the Stapleford Citadel Band.  The lights on the Treetops Hospice Christmas Tree will be turned on and we will take a moment to remember loved ones who are no longer with us.   This is an outdoor event and there is no seating available, please come dressed for the weather. You may like to bring a torch.  The event will be signed in Makaton There will be readings, poems, songs and more. The event is free to attend, please book. [button url="https://register.enthuse.com/ps/event/LightUpaLife2026" template="block" class="btn-block--red"]Book your free place[/button] Disabled parking on site only, otherwise please park on the road.  For more information, please call Robin on 0115 949 1264.

A huge THANK YOU to all the Santas who donned their suits and took part in our first ever Santas on a Bike event on Sunday 21 December 2025. We 'wheelie' hope you had lots of fantastic festive fun as the sleigh bells rang and the wheels span on your ride. We're looking forward to bringing the event back for 2026 and we'd love you to join us. [button url="mailto:Natalie.Godrich@treetopshospice.org.uk" template="block" class="btn-block--white"]Register your interest in Santas on a Bike[/button]