Make 2021 YOUR year Challenge events calendar 2021 Sarcoma UK ensures that everyone affected by sarcoma receives the best treatment, care, information and support available and to continue investing in the treatments of the future. Help us to continue to help the sarcoma community.

Join Team Sarcoma in 2021, and we will be there to help you every step of the way. From the day you join, until you cross your finish line- and beyond- you’ll receive support and tips that will help you with your challenge.

Together, we will continue to fight for better sarcoma awareness and treatments.

Make 2021 your year.

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CONTENTS 1 Run Make 2021 2 Walk 3 Cycle your year 4 Adrenaline Your event your way 5 Virtual Run Lace up your trainers and go the extra mile

5k and 10k Chase the Sun Leicestershire 5K Date: 20th May 2021 Registration Fee: Free Sponsorship pledge: £200 Where? Prestwold Hall

Scottish 10K Date: 19th September 2021 Registration fee: Free Sponsorship pledge: £200 Where? East Lothian Golf Coast

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Half Marathons Edinburgh Date: 30th May 2021 Registration fee: Free Sponsorship pledge: £400 Why run? It’s fast and flat, making it ideal for people who are looking to get a PB or run their first ever half marathon. A route with no hills? What’s not to love! Date:12th September 2021 Registration fee: Free Sponsorship pledge: £350 Why run? You’ll get to run with over 57,000 runners, and thousands of others cheering you on, not to mention the Red Arrows will be performing just for you. The North East certainly knows how to put on an event!

London Landmarks Half Marathon Date: Sunday 23 May 2021 Registration fee: Free Sponsorship pledge: £400 Why run? You’ll see cultural landmarks, the city's quirky and hidden secrets, all whilst being cheered on by bands, dance troops, steel bands and maybe even some Pearly Kings and Queens!

Royal Parks Half Marathon Date: 10th October 2021 Registration fee: Free Sponsorship pledge: £350 Why run? You can tick off four of London’s Royal Parks from your bucket list thanks to this half marathon. Race day is as green and sustainable as possible, 66% of all waste from the event is recycled. Two wonderful reasons to sign up to this half marathon!

Sheffield Half Marathon Date: 28th March 2021 Registration fee: Free Sponsorship pledge: £350 Why run? The races encourages people of all abilities to take part in, so don’t be sacred! It also incorporates a 'triple test' giving entrants a chance to be crowned Peaks Challenge winners in a timed hill climb, triumph in a times 10K downhill sprint section and cross the finish line first to lift the Sheffield Half Marathon title.

Marathons Brighton Marathon Date: 12th September 2021 Registration fee: Free Sponsorship pledge: £500 Why run? As well as being one of the flattest routes in the UK, you will also have special access to The Beach Village. You, your fellow runners and supporters, can all enjoy food stands, bars, retail, and sports massages.

Edinburgh Marathon Date: 30th May 2021 Registration fee: Free Sponsorship pledge: £500 Why run? This incredible city centre start takes you through the very heart of Edinburgh with the iconic Edinburgh Castle as your backdrop. Then descend almost 90 metres to near sea level, for the finish. It is the fastest marathon route in the world.

TCS Amsterdam Marathon Date: 17th October 2021 Registration fee: Free Sponsorship pledge: £400 Why run? It is the fastest marathon in the Netherlands, and you’ll be joined by over a whopping 140 different nationalities along the picturesque route. Tick off an overseas marathon from your bucket list this year!

Virgin Money London Marathon Date: 3rd October 2021 Registration fee: Free Sponsorship: £3,000 Why run? The Virgin Money London Marathon is one of the greatest marathons in the world and definitely one to tick off your bucket list. Nothing beats the feeling when you run over Tower Bridge or down the Mall. How often do you get thousands of strangers cheering and clapping you on? It’s definitely an experience you will remember.

If you’re interested in taking part in any of these running events or if you have found your own, we would love to have you on Team Sarcoma, just email [email protected] or visit our website to apply sarcoma.org.uk/running

Walks Put your feet to the test and take on one of our hiking challenges! We’ve got plenty to choose from in the UK, and if you’re feeling more adventurous you could sign up for a trek further afield!

3 Peaks Challenge Dates: 21st - 23rd May 2021, 2nd - 4th July 2021, 20th - 22nd August 2021, 24th - 26th September 2021 Registration Fee: £95 Sponsorship: £810 Where? Scotland, England, Wales Why trek? You’ll summit the highest mountains in the UK, while exploring the picturesque trails and discover stunning scenery.

24 Peaks Trek Dates: 10th – 12th September 2021 Registration Fee: £95 Sponsorship: £800 Where? Lake District, UK Why trek? It’s a fast-paced and formidable challenge. You will summit 24 incredible peaks in the Lake District, all over 2,400ft within a target trekking time of just 24 hours! Ben Nevis Trek Dates: 18th – 20th June 2021, 24th – 26th September 2021 Registration Fee: £95 Sponsorship: £600 Where? Scotland Why trek? You could hike the UK’s highest point while witnessing breathtaking views of the Scottish Highlands.

London Marathon Walk Date: 4th September 2021 Registration fee: £29 Sponsorship: £100 Where? London, UK Why walk? This one day walk takes you through peaceful parks and alongside alongside waterways, passing iconic landmarks as you walk through the historic heart of London.

Scotland’s Virtual Kiltwalk Date: 23rd- 25th April 2021 Registration Fee: £30 Sponsorship: £200 Where? All over Scotland Why trek? Give 150% to help people affected by sarcoma. Don your kilt and take part in one of the Kiltwalk’s virtual and city challenges, and The Kiltwalk and The Hunter Foundation whatever you raise for Sarcoma UK by another 50%.

Northern Lights Trek Dates: 3rd – 7th March 2021 Registration Fee: £299 Sponsorship: £3,124 Where? Iceland Why trek? Explore the beautiful rift valley lake of Þingvallavatn and trek through the fascinating Geothermal Valley. You’ll also get a chance to take a dip in the natural thermal rivers and see the awe-inspiring Northern Lights. How incredible.

If you’re interested in taking part in any of these treks or if you have found your own, we would love to have you on Team Sarcoma, just email [email protected] or visit our website to apply sarcoma.org.uk/walks Our team are here to support you throughout the challenge!

Þingvallavatn Cycle Your peddle power can make a difference. Keep Sarcoma UK’s wheels spinning.

Land’s End to John O’Groats Dates: 24th August – 5th September 2021 Registration Fee: £349 Sponsorship: £3,000 Where? UK Why cycle Land’s End to John O’Groats? You will complete the toughest UK cycle challenge, while witnessing diverse scenery of rugged highlands, lakes and coastal vistas.

Prudential Ride London Date: August (tbc) Registration Fee: Free Sponsorship: £350 Where? London and Surrey, UK Why cycle? This is your opportunity to ride on fully closed roads around London and experience a route similar to the one made famous by the 2012 Olympics Road Race.

If you’re interested in taking part in any of these rides or if you have found your own, we would love to have you on Team Sarcoma, just email [email protected] or visit our website to apply sarcoma.org.uk/cycle Adrenaline

Skydive This one is for all Date: throughout 2021 Registration Fee: £70 the daredevils! Sponsorship: £395 Create Where? All over the UK Why Skydive? Experience an unforgettable incredible free falling through the clouds from 10,000 with a sky dive! memories whilst doing your bit for Obstacle Races We have plenty of places in the the sarcoma Inflatable 5k, which takes place all over the country. community.

Where? Locations include: Bournemouth, York, Chester, Bath and Peterborough.

Just get in touch if you would like to find out more. Virtual Fancy doing your own thing in your own time? Not ready to commit to a big name event yet? Opt for a virtual challenge. Do it, Challenge it Date: March-May Registration Fee: free Sponsorship: £150 Why? It’s a fantastic opportunity to get competitive and fit with a friend whilst raising vital funds and awareness for the sarcoma community!

Going the Distance Date: throughout 2021 Registration Fee: free Sponsorship: £150 Why? This is your virtual Mount Kilimanjaro challenge; run, walk or stroll or cycle, once, twice or 5 times a week, you can complete the distance, your way at your pace. Make 2021 the year you virtually climb one of the world’s most spectacular mountains.

Whether you would like to sign up to one of Sarcoma UK’s virtual challenges or if you’d like to create your own, get in touch: [email protected] Join Team Sarcoma and make 2021 your year. Our supporters are always at the forefront of our work, we mean it when we say we really couldn’t do it without you. Together we can change the lives of everyone affected by sarcoma.

To find out more: [email protected] 020 7250 8271 sarcoma.org.uk/get-involved

For general information and support: Free Sarcoma UK Support Line: 0808 801 0401 [email protected] sarcoma.org.uk

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