If you’re feeling up to the challenge, register now on the Charity Challenge website.When you sign up you’ll be asked what sponsorship option you want to choose. Select “Self funder”Get in touch with us once you’re done and we will send you a bespoke fundraising pack!

I've already got a place - how do I fundraise for St Barnabas House?

Thank you for choosing us to donate your sponsorship to – we appreciate every penny.Next steps:Get in touch with us and let us knowWe’ll be in touch with your own bespoke events pack, including fundraising hints and tips and sponsorship form.Once you’ve raised your sponsorship money and completed your event, pay in your fundraising.

South Downs Challenge

Name: South Downs Challenge
Start: 2026-08-15

This incredible trek takes you along 42km of incredible coastline from Brighton to Eastbourne.

Event details

When: Saturday 15th August 2026

Activity type: South East, Walks and treks

Full event details

South Downs Challenge at a glance

This incredible coastal trek starts just outside Brighton and takes you on 42km of testing, undulating terrain before finishing in Eastbourne.

You will cross Firle Beacon, for stunning views of the coast, before tackling the incredible stretch of clifftops known as the Seven Sisters to finish on the seafront at Eastbourne.

- 42km marathon trek along the stunning South Downs
- Fully supported trekking challenge
- Stunning views from the high point of Firle Beacon
- Test your endurance with the undulating terrain of the Seven Sisters Country Park

What you'll get

From us:
- support from an experienced fundraising team who can help you reach your goal

From the event provider:
- Drinking water on challenge days
- Full back-up support including first-aid qualified staff and first-aid supplies
- All challenge management before, during and post event
- Drinks and snacks available throughout the day
- Packed lunch and drinks

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Already got your place?

Once you've registered for your event, set up your JustGiving page and get fundraising!

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More details about South Downs Challenge

If you’re feeling up to the challenge, register now on the Charity Challenge website.
When you sign up you’ll be asked what sponsorship option you want to choose. Select “Self funder”
Get in touch with us once you’re done and we will send you a bespoke fundraising pack!

Select the “Self funder” option to join this challenge. There’s no fundraising target, just raise as much as you can!

View the latest pricing information and sign up on the Charity Challenge website via the link below.

View more information and sign up now

Thank you for choosing us to donate your sponsorship to – we appreciate every penny.

Next steps:

Get in touch with us and let us know
We’ll be in touch with your own bespoke events pack, including fundraising hints and tips and sponsorship form.
Once you’ve raised your sponsorship money and completed your event, pay in your fundraising.

You can find details about the race day on the Charity Challenge website.

If you have a question about trekking and fundraising for Team St B’s, please contact the Events Team.

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