challenge events

Get your running shoes or kilt on and raise funds for Change Mental Health by taking part in challenge event.

One in four people in Scotland experiences mental health challenges each year. These issues can impact anyone you know, affecting their daily lives, relationships and overall wellbeing.

By participating in our challenge events, you can help us support more people. Whether you choose to take on an adrenaline-filled abseil, a scenic short run, or a full marathon, these events allow you to take on incredible challenges while raising vital funds to help change lives across Scotland.

Raise £20 and we’ll send you a Change Mental Health t-shirt and wristband!

upcoming

Kiltwalk

Edinburgh,
14 September

Walk for Change Mental Health in one of four of Scotland’s biggest cities to take part in the country’s largest mass participation event.

Enter now

Forth Bridge Abseil

South Queensferry,
28 September

Join us for an epic adventure at the Forth Bridge, South Queensferry! Abseiling from one of Scotland’s most famous landmarks isn’t just an unforgettable experience—it’s your chance to turn bravery into hope.

Enter now

Edinburgh 10K

Edinburgh, 21 September

Need a fast 10K in the summer months? The Men’s and Women’s 10K in Edinburgh can give you the satisfaction you need while raising vital funds for people affected by mental illness in Scotland.

Sign up for Men’s 10K

Sign up for Women’s 10K

Run Bournemouth

11 & 12 October

Take in the stunning Bournemouth Coastline at Run Bournemouth: whether you want to run your first ever half marathon, run your fastest 10k, bag a 5K, or get the children involved with the Kids Kilometre, Run Bournemouth has something for everyone!

Sign up today

Edinburgh Marathon Festival

Edinburgh, 23 & 24 May

Take part in one of the biggest running races on the Scottish running calendar with a distance to suit your goals! With a 5K, 10K, half marathon or the full marathon available, there is plenty of opportunity to raise funds for mental health!