Funding Vital Research

For over 70 years Action Medical Research have been on a mission to save and change children’s lives through medical research, developing treatments, vaccinations and cures.

They've helped to beat polio, fight meningitis, prevent stillbirths and develop ultrasound scanning in pregnancy, helping to save thousands of children’s lives and change many more.

Quick Info

TIMINGS

09:30 - 12:30
13:30 - 16:30

YOUNGEST AGE

Minimum 8 years

INCLUDED

Full wetsuit
Helmet
Bouyancy Jacket
Windproof jacket

YOU'LL NEED

Swimming costume
Shorts, Leggings or Tracksuit trousers
Warm fleece to wear with your wetsuit
Towel

Are you tough enough to take on our triathlon-inspired team challenge taking the events industry by storm?

Race the Sun pits teams of two of four to race from dawn to dusk competing to bike, hike and paddle their way to victory in some of the UK's most stunning destinations. This is an event not to be missed!

Race the Sun

BIKE, HIKE AND PADDLE FROM DAWN TO DUSK

Our triathlon-style Race the Sun series pits teams against each other in a race against the setting sun, competing to bike, hike and paddle around some of the UK's most beautiful locations.

The series is perfect for work colleagues and groups of family or friends, who want an exhilarating day whilst also raising money to help sick and vulnerable babies and children. To get started, simply choose the Race the Sun you want to take on!

Choose your Challenge

Race the Sun South Downs

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Canoeing

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Climb the Mine

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Rock Climbing

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Take a look at what other people say...

"The ultimate was seeing our students cast aside mobile phones to saw logs and create fires with such enthusiasm! We were supremely well supported by the team throughout and would have no hesitation in returning."

John Jones
Cheltenham College

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Posted 19th November

End of Season Reflection | Partnered with SheRaces

Category: Challenge Event Advice and Guidance

The Adventure Element has come to the end of the Event and Expedition season for 2025 and reached a time of reflection: reviewing what we have achieved and what we wish to work towards. Over the past couple of years, we have made conscious decisions and adaptations to our events to help break down the barriers for women to enter, and we have been closely studying our stats to see if this has influenced any change.

Posted 1st October

Experiencing the Triathlon: Hilary's Edition

Category: Challenge Event Advice and Guidance

We returned to catch up with Hilary after her phenomenal triathlon experience on the Jurassic Coast. Miles of trekking trail, a satisfying canoe phase where her training paid off, and riding smooth tarmac with gorgeous views. Hilary gives us the lowdown from a participant perspective on why this triathlon makes a perfect day out and spoiler alert: "you don’t need to be a cycling superstar or a speed walker!"