Take on a Challenge for Human Rights
Are you ready to stand up for justice, freedom, truth, and dignity? Join Team Amnesty UK and run for human rights in a half marathon or other challenge event. By signing up, you're not just taking on a physical challenge — you're helping defend the rights of people across the world.
Top Picks
Below are our top pick Team Amnesty events for you to choose from. Check out our full portfolio here.
Royal Parks Half, London
Date: Sunday 11 October 2026
Registration fee: £30
Fundraising pledge: £350
Our biggest ever team of 300 runners! This sellout event is one of the most popular and sustainable runs in the UK, making it a perfect partner for Amnesty and our climate justice campaign. Starting and finishing in Hyde Park, you will run through four of London’s Royal Parks in a leafy, landmark packed course.
Big Half, London
Date: Sunday 6 September 2026
Registration fee: £30
Fundraising pledge: £350
Experience the iconic sights of London as the route takes you past Tower Bridge to the legendary Cutty Sark in Greenwich. You'll run part of the famous London Marathon route on fully closed roads and enjoy the vibrant festival atmosphere at the finish line.
Great North Run, Newcastle
Date: Sunday 13 September 2026
Registration fee: £30
Fundraising pledge: £350
Needing no introduction, the Great North Run is the world’s biggest half marathon with 60,000 runners, unbeatable crowds and an incredible course that takes you from city to coast.
London to Paris Cycle
Date: 22 - 26 July 2026
Registration fee: £149
Fundraising pledge: £1,950
Take on the ultimate bucket list challenge. This 4-day cycle challenge starts in London and passes through the stunning French countryside, before ending in Paris right by the Eiffel Tower. As an added bonus, the July trip will finish in time for you to catch the finale of the Tour de France! Hurry, last few places remaining.
Volunteer at Events
- Landmarks Half: 12 April 2026, London
- London Marathon: 26 April 2026, London
- Hackney Half: 17 May 2026, London
- Big Half: 6 September 2026, London
- Royal Parks Half: 11 October 2026, London
We’re always looking for event-day volunteers to cheer on and support our amazing Challenge Events participants! Would you like to be part of our cheer squad, help meet and greet our runners, or perhaps be a photographer at our events? If so, we’d love to hear from you—please complete the volunteer form to join our team. We can’t do it without you!
We also have other events on offer, you can search through the different events available below:
What is it like to be part of Team Amnesty?
Our supporters, love being part of our community. Don’t just take our word for it. Here is one of our wonderful 2024 participants:
“It’s an absolutely brilliant thing to do, I still have the post-race buzz. I felt so proud wearing the Amnesty t-shirt." - Annabel, 2024 Amnesty Runner
Follow in Annabel’s footsteps and join Team Amnesty, all running for rights in 2025!
What are you waiting for? Search our list of full events and sign up today to be part of team Amnesty and help us on our fight for equal human rights.