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Ben and Tom Wildsmith are taking on Race the Sun Lake District challenge for Action Medical Research

Tom Wildsmith is raising money for Action Medical Research

Race the Sun Lake District 2026 · 5 September 2026 · Start fundraising for this event

Teams of four or two will be setting off at sunrise on this Triathlon-style adventure challenge aiming to finish before the sun sets! Teams will cycle, hike, and canoe with views of the breathtaking Lake District.

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We are taking on Race the Sun Lake District challenge (55km cycle, 16km hike up Skiddaw which stands at more than 3,000ft and 3km canoe) for children's charity Action Medical Research.In September I will be setting off at sunrise to bike, hike and paddle around a challenging course in a race against the sun.I'm racing in aid of children's charity, Action Medical Research. They have spent over 70 years funding vital research to help defeat the diseases that devastate the lives of sick and disabled babies, children, and young people.By supporting our team you will be helping to find ways to reduce premature birth, to support children facing a lifetime of challenges caused by disabilities, and to develop cutting-edge therapies for rare and incurable diseases.Thank you so much for your support.

Donation summary

Total
£1,120.00
+ £185.00 Gift Aid
Online
£1,120.00
Offline
£0.00

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