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Whether it’s a run, cycle or skydive you’re after – we have an event to suit you. Join #TeamMDUK and we will make sure you have the support you need to achieve your goals whilst you fundraise. Together we can change the future of muscle wasting conditions.

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Sunday 7 September 2025

Great North Run 2025

Take part in the world’s largest and most prestigious half marathons – the AJ Bell Great North Run – for #TeamMDUK!
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Glasgow Kiltwalk 2025
Saturday 26 April 2025
Glasgow, Scotland
Sign up to be the first to join us for the Glasgow Kiltwalk in 2025!
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TCS London Marathon 2025
Sunday 27 April 2025
London
The London Marathon needs no introduction. It’s one of the biggest sporting events in the world. Our #TeamMDUK runners tell us the London Marathon is more than just a marathon; it’s an experience of a lifetime!
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Gateshead 10K, Half and Full Marathon
Sunday 4 May 2025
Join #TeamMDUK for the Newcastle-Gateshead Marathon, Half Marathon or 10K in May 2025!
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8 Mile Walk – Belfast City Marathon 2025
Sunday 4 May 2025
Belfast, Northern Ireland
The Belfast City Marathon, 8 Mile Walk was introduced in 1997 and was designed for ramblers and hikers! This sellout event offers the chance to take part in Northern Ireland’s biggest mass participation event!
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The Moy Park Belfast City Marathon 2025
Sunday 4 May 2025
Belfast, Northern Ireland
The Moy Park Belfast City Marathon is one of the leading marathons in the UK and Ireland. Secure your place and run in support of MDUK!
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Tough Mudder
Saturday 10 May 2025
Henley-on-Thames, London
Take on the ultimate obstacle course challenge with #TeamMDUK at Tough Mudder London! Push your limits, conquer the mud, and change the future of muscle wasting conditions.
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Run Aintree – May 2025
Sunday 11 May 2025
Aintree, Liverpool
Join us for a unique opportunity to run a 5K, 10K or Half Marathon at the world famous Aintree Racecourse.
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Leeds Half Marathon 2025
Sunday 11 May 2025
Leeds
The Leeds Half Marathon is Yorkshire’s biggest and probably loudest event of its kind! Join #TeamMDUK and help support people with muscle wasting and weakening conditions.
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The Rob Burrows Leeds Marathon 2025
Sunday 11 May 2025
Leeds
Join #TeamMDUK for the Leeds Marathon on Sunday 11 May 2025!
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Tough Mudder
Sunday 11 May 2025
Henley-on-Thames, London
Take on the ultimate obstacle course challenge with #TeamMDUK at Tough Mudder London! Push your limits, conquer the mud, and change the future of muscle wasting conditions.
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Bidwells Oxford 10K 2025 (Sold out)
Sunday 11 May 2025
University Parks, Oxford, OX1 3RF
Sold out. Register to be the first to hear about 2026. Bidwells Oxford 10k is the oldest run in our Town and Gown series. Inspired by a local boy Daniel Cleaver who had muscular dystrophy, it started in 1982. Daniel’s father and local runners set up the event as a fun run to raise money for muscular dystrophy and to this day all profits still go to our work.
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Celebrity Sports Quiz
Wednesday 14 May 2025
The Long Room, Lord's Cricket Ground
Our Celebrity Sports Quiz is back on Wednesday 14 May 2025 at Lord's Cricket Ground!
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