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Fundraising events and challenges

Fundraising for Dentaid The Dental Charity is a fantastic way to make a difference while taking on a rewarding challenge.

Whether you prefer high-energy activities like sponsored runs, swims, and hikes or something more relaxed like cake sales and social events, there are plenty of ways to get involved. We welcome support from individuals and dental practices alike and are always happy to help with ideas and advice. If you have any questions or need any guidance, please email our fundraising team fundraising@dentaid.org.

What's going on in 2026?

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2026 Twickenham Zip Wire

Saturday 10th October 2026

Experience the UK's most iconic stadium zip wire challenge as you soar 150m across the home of English rugby in a one-of-a-kind, adrenaline-fuelled adventure.

Soar from the top tiers across the iconic pitch as your teammates and fellow participants cheer you on. This is your chance to be part of one of the UK's biggest pop-up zip wire experiences!

Applications for Dentaid charity places will close once all spaces are filled. Get a place while you can! 

Event details:

  • Date: Saturday 10th October 2026
  • Cost: £25 registration fee plus a fundraising target of £350
  • Location: Allianz Stadium, Whitton Road, Twickenham, TW2 7BA
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Walk, Jog or Run for Dentaid in 2026

Multiple dates

Push your limits and raise money for Dentaid The Dental Charity. From the Isle of Wight to the Lake District, there are distance options to suit all abilities, whether you want to walk, jog, or run at your own pace. Whatever challenge you choose, you’ll be making a real difference.

Deposits and fundraising targets differ based on the challenge selected. If you have any questions or need support with your fundraising, please email fundraising@dentaid.org

How to sign up:

  • Choose an event on the Ultra Challenge website
  • Select option 4, Own Place Charity Fundraising
  • Click Sign Up Now and select your desired challenge length
  • When registering at the Choose Your Charity dropdown select Dentaid The Dental Charity
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"The Big One" abseil challenge

Multiple dates

Experience an  adrenaline rush and take on "The Big One" 150ft abseil down the smooth rock face of Uphill Quarry all in support of Dentaid. With unmissable views of the nature reserve and the 12th Century Chapel at the top of the cliff, there is no better reason to experience life on the edge!

Instructors will set everything up and you will be kitted out with a harness, helmet and rock shoes. Weather permitting, the abseil can be arranged any day that suits you between April and October. To explore dates or if you have any questions email us at fundraising@dentaid.org.

Event details:

  • Date: A date that suits you April – October
  • Cost: £50 deposit plus a fundraising target of £200 raised on JustGiving
  • Location: Uphill Quarry, Weston-Super-Mare

Getting started with

One of the best ways to kickstart your efforts is by setting up an online giving page. Click here to get started and and make sure you select Dentaid The Dental Charity as your chosen cause.

Take part in a charity run

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Great South Run

Date
18 Oct 2026

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Barcelona Marathon

14 Mar 2027 

Manchester

Manchester Marathon

18 Apr 2027

Bournemouth

Bournemouth Half Marathon

11 Oct 2026

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Yorkshire Marathon

18 Oct 2026

Brighton

Brighton Marathon

Date
4 Apr 2027

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Milan Marathon

Date
4 Apr 2027

Hackney half

Hackney Half

Date
16 May 2027

Edinburgh

Edinburgh Marathon

30 May 2027

London Half Marathon

London Half Marathon

28 Feb 2027

Bath

Bath Half

Date
14 Mar 2027

Liverpool Half Marathon

Liverpool Half Marathon

14 Mar 2027