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Go the distance for our veterans

Run one of five distances between 15km and 150km this September

During the summer and autumn of 1940, the skies above Britain witnessed a pivotal chapter in history. RAF and Fleet Air Arm pilots fought against the German Luftwaffe to defend the nation in the Battle of Britain.

Those airmen became known as ‘The Few’ - a name that still symbolises bravery, sacrifice and service.

Your Challenge

This September, take on a challenge inspired by their legacy. Run a distance between 15km and 150km to honour not only The Few, but the entire Armed Forces community.

We will send you a free Help for Heroes running vest when you reach £10 in fundraising.

Where will you run?

Simply pick your distance and choose where to run. Take a turn on the treadmill, jog to your local park, or head out on a cross-country route. You could even join a local running club - and if you're already a member, why not get them involved too?  

There's no need to be a marathon standard to take part. Simply break down your chosen distance over the course of a month and run a short distance each day. 

Choose your distance, run at your pace and support the Armed For
Choose your distance, run at your pace and support the Armed Forces community - Help for Heroes

WHY TAKE ON THE CHALLENGE? 

Every mile you complete will help provide life-changing support to veterans and their families, regardless of where or when they served.

GET IN TOUCH 

The team is on hand to answer all your questions from Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm. Whether you’re after event specifics or fundraising advice, we’d love to hear from you. 

Email: facebookfundraisers@helpforheroes.org.uk 

  • Operation Run FAQs

    • You can choose to run one of five distances:  

      • 15km - The Battle of Britain Day Challenge
      • 40km - The 1940 Challenge   
      • 80km - The Endurance Challenge   
      • 115km - The Few Challenge 
      • 150km - The Ultimate Challenge   

    • There's no need to be a marathon standard to take part. Simply choose one of five distances between 15km and 150km and complete your target over the course of a month.  

      15km – The Battle of Britain Day Challenge

      A great distance for beginners. You could run 5km a week and hit your target

      Before the challenge finishes!

      40km – The 1940 Challenge

      Achieved by running 1.3km per day.


      80km – The Endurance Challenge

      Achieved by running 2.6km per day.


      115km – The Few Challenge

      Achieved by running 3.8km per day.


      150km – The Ultimate Challenge

      Achieved by running 5km per day.

    • The event starts on 1 September 2026 and ends on 30 September 2026 

    • You can run wherever you feel most comfortable. Prefer the gym? Take on a treadmill. Or if you like to get outdoors, why not head to your local park or take a turn around the block. Just be sure where you choose is safe and legal to access. 

    • Once you hit £10 in fundraising, we’ll send you a free branded running vest. 

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