5k Santa Run - Greenwich Park, London : Sunday 4th December 2011 at 11am

Get into the Christmas Spirit and support Crohn's and Colitis UK
The Santa suit is provided for free

We have places in the 5k Santa Run in Greenwich Park, London. This is a great event for all the family (minimum age 8 years, but must be accompanied by an adult).

Although this is a "run" it's fine to jog or walk. Afterwards, come and join us at the Trafalgar Tavern nearby for mince pies and warm Christmas brew.

Registration fee: £20 and we suggest a minimum sponsorship target of £100.

You’ll have the afternoon free for some last minute Christmas shopping too – a wander around Greenwich market, perhaps.

Come on. Join us in spreading Christmas cheer!  Click here to book online or email sophie.barnes@crohnsandcolitis.org.uk for a registration form.

We will provide you with a sponsor form.

MOROCCO
SAHARA TREK

Trip Grade: Moderate

Group Size: Minimum 10

Dates: March and October - 10 days

The Sahara desert stretches 4800km from east to west. Its landscape varies from a stony flat expanse to perfect wind-blown sand dunes, broken only by the occasional oasis. The feeling of space and utter remoteness is awesome. With proud Berbers as your guides and a small caravan of camels to carry your supplies, you trek 100km through this varied and stunning landscape.

A free day exploring the sights and souks of Marrakech provides a real contrast to your week’s challenge, and a great way to celebrate your achievement!

NB: Above description is by way of example only and is not guaranteed.

MOROCCO
MARRAKECH & ATLAS MOUNTAINS CYCLE

Trip Grade: Tough

Group Size: Minimum 10

Dates: May and October

Your exciting cycle challenge takes you from the wonderful, bustling souks of Marrakech through the foothills and over the High Atlas Mountains into the Spectacular, remote and colorful Anti Atlas mountains. Strange rock formations and ochre-coloured villages are the backdrop to the many climbs and descents that await you as you cycle towards the Atlantic coast. Coming out of the mountains, you head for the colourful walled town of Tiznit, renowned for its striking pink buildings.

NB: Above description is by way of example only and is not guaranteed.

TANZANIA
KILIMANJARO TREK

Trip Grade: Extreme

Group Size: Minimum 10 / Maximum 40

Dates: February, March, June, August, September and October

Africa’s highest peak at 5896m, Kilimanjaro is also the highest freestanding mountain in the world. Huge permanent glaciers flow from its snow-capped summit, which rises high above the dusty plains; these views are your reward for pushing your limits both physically and mentally. Your trek takes the less-trodden and more gradual Machame route, allowing for better acclimatization to the altitude and a safer ascent to the summit.

NB: Above description is by way of example only and is not guaranteed.

CHINA
TREK THE GREAT WALL

Trip Grade: Moderate

Group Size: Minimum 10

Dates: April, September and October - 11 days

Stretching 6000km in a dotted line across China, the Great Wall was begun in the 5th Century BC. As it snakes across the mountains it conjures up an incredible sense of history – and connects us to the vast remoteness of rural China.

Your trek is very varied, as you pass through woodland and terraced farmland, following the contours of these beautiful mountains north of Beijing – almost always within sight of the Great Wall.

This challenge is physically demanding but very rewarding, offering fabulous scenery, unparalleled views of the Great Wall, and a fascinating insight into a rich culture and history.

NB: Above description is by way of example only and is not guaranteed.

NEPAL
TREK TO EVEREST BASE CAMP

Trip Grade: Extreme

Group Size: Minimum 10 / Maximum 30

Dates: March, October and November - 19 days

Nepal is a country in a league of its own with breathtakingly beautiful scenery, a fascinating culture and friendly people. Meeting the villagers whilst trekking through this gem of a nation is one of its greatest pleasures.

Your route takes you via the Sherpa capital of Namche Bazaar through beautiful valleys, dense forests and across glacial rivers. Your goal is Kalapatar, the renowned Everest viewpoint on the approach to Base Camp. You also have time to explore the colourful and frenetic capital of Kathmandu.

NB: Above description is by way of example only and is not guaranteed.

VIETNAM
NEW -- HOI CHI MINH TO ANGKOR CYCLE

Trip Grade: Tough

Group Size: Minimum 10 / Maximum 40

Dates: February and October - 12 days

Your challenge takes you from Vietnamese Saigon, now Ho Chi Minh City, through the rice-paddies and waterways of the beautiful Mekong Delta into Cambodia. You pedal on through this friendly country towards one of the most impressive sights in South East Asia, the Royal Temples of Angkor. Your route takes you through varied, spectacular scenery and you gain fascinating insight into the region’s cultures – both ancient and modern. Be prepared to be moved and amazed as you experience a vastly different way of life close up.

NB: Above description is by way of example only and is not guaranteed.

ICELAND
ICECAP TREK

Trip Grade: Tough

Group Size: Minimum 10

Dates: July - 9 days

Iceland is a land of incredible contrast and beauty. Its wild volcanic landscapes, glaciers, hot springs, geysers and waterfalls, combined with its rich history and folklore make it a fascinating country to explore.

Your challenge takes you from the active Mt Hekla to Landmannalaugar and then south through the mountains towards the glaciers and permanent icecaps that mark your finish point. This is a tough challenge though wild and remote country. There may not be many home comforts en-route, but the spectacular landscapes and isolated trails more than make up for this. You will return from this trek thoroughly awed by Nature!

NB: Above description is by way of example only and is not guaranteed.

UK AND FRANCE
LONDON TO PARIS CYCLE RIDE

Trip Grade: Moderate

Group Size: Minimum 10

Dates: May, June, August and September - 5 days

Note: If you and our other supporters book for the trip departing on 18th June you can share the fun and challenge together.

Cycling from London to Paris is one of the great cycle experiences in Europe. Passing through picturesque Kent countryside, you cross the Channel and continue through the small villages and medieval market towns of Northern France, cycling past the famous battlefields of the Somme and Agincourt. With long days in the saddle and strenuous hill-climbs en route, you’ll feel a tremendous sense of achievement as you finally cycle down the Champs-Elysées towards the magnificent Eiffel Tower.

Your last day can be spent exploring the streets of Paris, soaking up the romantic atmosphere of this majestic city or simply sitting in a café and enjoying a well-earned latte & croissant.

NB: Above description is by way of example only and is not guaranteed.

CHILE
PATAGONIA TREK

Trip Grade: Tough

Group Size: Minimum 10

Dates: November - 11 days

Patagonia, Chile’s final frontier provides some of the best scenery on the planet and some of the best trekking in the southern hemisphere. This is a superb, rewarding challenge for anyone with a sense of adventure and a love for the great outdoors.

You trek via glaciers and turquoise-blue lakes to the renowned granite towers of Torres del Paine National Park, the jewel of Patagonia. The countryside is wild and rugged, and your path passes towering wind-carved cliffs and mountains, moorland, forests and rich grasslands. You cross ice-cold, pure mountain streams and camp in beautiful locations, continually watching out for the graceful condors that wheel in the skies far above you.

NB: Above description is by way of example only and is not guaranteed.

PERU
INCA TRAIL TREK TO MACHU PICCHU

Trip Grade: Tough

Group Size: Minimum 10

Dates: April and November - 10 days

From high remote mountain trails to the first sight of Machu Picchu, the legendary Lost City of the Incas, this is a challenging trek on steep trails climbing to 4200m in fabulously diverse Andean scenery. You trek the classic Inca Trail, culminating in that magical first view of Machu Picchu from the renowned Incan Sun Gate.

Your trek takes you through lush cloud forest, green valleys and high passes with breathtaking views, with time to stop and explore fascinating ruins along the way.

There is plenty of time built in to acclimatize to the altitude, and to explore Cuzco, the historic Inca capital.

NB: Above description is by way of example only and is not guaranteed.

UK
LAND'S END TO JOHN O' GROATS CYCLE

Trip Grade: Tough

Group Size: Minimum 10 / Maximum 40

Dates: August - 13 days

Cycling from Land’s End to John O’Groats is a classic challenge that many dream of. Starting at the southwesterly tip of England, you pedal your way through Cornwall, over Dartmoor and north along the Welsh border into Scotland, via lochs and mountains to the North coast.

In all you cover 1000 miles in 12 days. Discovering Britain at cycling pace is an enriching experience, and the sense of achievement upon crossing the Finish line is second to none.

NB: Above description is by way of example only and is not guaranteed.

UK
TREK HADRIAN'S WALL

Trip Grade: Tough

Group Size: Minimum 10

Dates: August and September - 3 days

Retrace the steps of the Romans and witness their great feat of engineering by trekking along the central section of ancient Hadrian’s Wall in Northumbria. Originally running from coast to coast and spanning 72 miles, we are left today with only sections of this famous landmark, which cuts through Northumberland National Park.

Starting at Lanercost Priory, you trek 41km (25 miles) over two days, alongside the only remaining sections of the wall, to Broccolitia Roman Fort, dotted with ancient monuments and fabulous views of Hadrian’s Wall itself. Other highlights of your trek are the stunning scenery and sense of achievement after a long, challenging weekend. You camp at a lovely campsite just outside the small town of Haltwhistle.

NB: Above description is by way of example only and is not guaranteed.