London Winter Walk 2027

Start the New Year with a challenge that makes a difference!

Looking for a way to kick-start 2027, get active and support a fantastic cause? Join us for the London Winter Walk 2027, taking place on Saturday 30 and Sunday 31 January, and help Building Heroes create brighter futures for our Armed Forces community.

Whether you're looking for a personal challenge, a fun day out with family and friends, or a meaningful team-building experience with colleagues, the London Winter Walk is the perfect opportunity to get moving, enjoy London's iconic sights and raise vital funds for charity.

By fundraising for Building Heroes, you'll help military Service Leavers, Veterans, reservists, and military family members gain the skills, qualifications, and confidence they need to transition into rewarding civilian careers in construction and the built environment.

Every step you take can help someone take their next step towards a brighter future.

Event Details

📅 Date: Saturday 30 and Sunday 31 January 2027

📍 Location: The Oval Cricket Ground, London (start and finish)

🚶 Distances: Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K or Family Fun 5K (Sunday only)

👥 Who can take part: Individuals, families, friends and corporate teams

Choose Your Challenge

Whether you're an experienced walker or taking on your first fundraising challenge, we have a distance for you!

• Full Marathon: Take on the ultimate walking challenge and explore some of London's most famous landmarks.
• Half Marathon: A fantastic option for those looking to push themselves while enjoying the sights of the capital.
• 10K Walk: Perfect for friends, colleagues and anyone wanting to get active for a great cause.
• Family Fun 5K: Taking place on Sunday, this accessible route is ideal for families and those looking for a shorter challenge.

All routes start and finish at The Oval Cricket Ground, taking walkers along the Thames, across historic bridges and past some of London's most recognisable landmarks.

Along the way, you'll enjoy fully supported routes, rest stops with snacks and drinks, and a well-deserved medal, certificate, and hot food at the finish line!

Explore the routes: https://www.ultrachallenge.com/london-winter-walk/route-options/

Walk With Purpose – Support Building Heroes

At Building Heroes, we support the Armed Forces community as they transition from military to civilian life.

Through our construction training programmes, recognised qualifications, employability guidance and industry connections, we help individuals develop the skills and confidence to build meaningful careers beyond service.

But we can't do it alone.

By taking part in the London Winter Walk and fundraising for Building Heroes, you'll be helping us continue providing life-changing opportunities for those who have served and their families.

Whether you raise £50, £500 or more, every donation makes a difference and helps us reach more people who could benefit from our support.

How Can You Get Involved?

There are plenty of ways to take part and make your steps count!

1. Sign Up and Fundraise

Choose your preferred walking distance, register for the event and select Building Heroes as the charity you'd like to support. Set up a fundraising page and share your challenge with friends, family and colleagues to encourage donations.

2. Join Our Building Heroes Walking Team

Want to take on the challenge alongside others who share your passion for supporting the Armed Forces community?

We're encouraging supporters, partners, employers and friends of Building Heroes to come together and walk as a team.

Whether you're taking part on your own or bringing others along, we'd love to hear from you!

Interested in joining our walking team? Get in touch at info@buildingheroes.org.uk to find out more.

3. Make It a Corporate Team Challenge

Looking for a way to bring your colleagues together in the New Year?

The London Winter Walk offers a fantastic opportunity for businesses to encourage employee wellbeing, strengthen team relationships and demonstrate their commitment to making a positive social impact.

Gather your colleagues, choose a distance and set a team fundraising target in support of Building Heroes. It's a brilliant way to start 2027 with a shared goal while helping those who have served build new futures.

4. Support Our Walkers

Can't take part in person? You can still make a difference!

Show your support by sponsoring someone taking on the challenge, sharing their fundraising page or encouraging others to get involved. Every contribution helps us continue our work supporting the Armed Forces community.

Ready to Take the First Step?

Make 2027 the year you take on a new challenge, get active and make a lasting difference.

Whether you're walking 5K with your family, running a marathon with friends, or rallying your colleagues for a corporate challenge, your support can create new opportunities for our Armed Forces community.

Sign up for the London Winter Walk 2027 and choose to support Building Heroes: https://www.ultrachallenge.com/london-winter-walk/

Want to join the Building Heroes walking team? Email info@buildingheroes.org.uk – we'd love to have you involved!

Together, we can turn every step into an opportunity for someone to build a brighter future beyond service.

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