Events
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Take a look at the upcoming events Sophie's Legacy will be holding or participating in soon.
If you're interested in signing-up for a challenge on behalf of Sophie's Legacy, please get in touch for
sponsorship packs and further details.
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Sunday 21 April 2024
Shakespeare Marathon
The Shakespeare Marathon and Half Marathon offer a chance to experience world famous Stratford-upon-Avon and to run amongst some of the most historical buildings in the the country and through miles of beautiful Warwickshire countryside.
Friday 3 May 2024
Bingo Night at AFC Portchester
Our next charity Bingo Night takes place at AFC Portchester Ground - The OnSite Group Stadium.
Doors open at 6.30pm with eyes down at 7.30pm.
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Saturday 11 May 2024
Guildford Inflatables
Get ready to bounce your way through The World's BIGGEST and most EPIC Inflatable Obstacle Course! You'll be jumping, sliding, and bouncing your way to the finish line like never before.
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Sunday 12 May 2024
Leeds Marathon
The Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon will see over 10,000 participants take on a brand new route through Leeds that starts and finishes at Headingley Stadium passing by a number of more scenic locations in the city.
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Saturday 25 May 2024
Edinburgh Running Festival
The Edinburgh Marathon is the second largest marathon in the UK, behind only London.There are numerous events available over the weekend, including 5k, 10k, and more. All run through the beautiful and iconic city of Edinburgh.
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Saturday 25 May 2024
The Fox Trails
Fancy an ultra-marathon, marathon or half marathon? This could be the event for you. The various routes cover a range of terrain, from grassy farm fields at Shackleford, to sandy trails at Whitmore and Blackheath Commons, canal pathway past Ripley, to beautiful bluebell woods near Bramley village.
Sunday 26 May 2024
Great Manchester Run
The AJ Bell Great Manchester Run is the city’s original and best-loved running event. And in true Mancunian style, it’s a party from start to finish, with a high-energy soundtrack, live music and entertainment zones at every turn – plus, some of the loudest and most enthusiastic local support seen anywhere in the UK.
Saturday 1 June 2024
The Big Charity Bash
We'll be attending The Big Charity Bash at Fort Purbrook, Portsmouth along with 40 other local charities. The fun family event is dedicated to raising awareness for local charities, and amplifying their impact. Pop along and have a chat to us.
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07-09 June 2024
Great North Swim
Choose from six different open water swimming distances to suit all ages, abilities, and level of experience. Dive into nature and join us at the UK’s biggest open water swimming event.
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Saturday 08 June 2024
Sausage and Cider Festival Guildford
If there's two things we love, it's sausage and cider. That's why we'll be at the Guildford event on 08 June 2024. This is a family event and with live music, silent disco, children's entertainment and food and drink, there's something for everyone to do. We'll see you there! Come along and have a chat.
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Thursday 20 June 2024
Seven for Sophie
The Seven for Sophie ride is a specialist team cycling challenge. For a maximum of 30 teams, the event will be a 300km endurance ride which will take you past seven of the hospitals that we support. Entry is on a first come basis, and all we ask is that your team makes an initial deposit of £200 and a pledge to raise £800.
Saturday 20 July 2024
Southampton Inflatables
Grab your friends and family and get ready for the ultimate inflatable adventure! This gigantic obstacle run is suitable for all, no matter your fitness level or age.
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Saturday 20 July 2024
Sophie's Legacy Charity Football Match
*** SOLD OUT ***
Our charity football match Pompey Charity Squad vs Manchester United FC Legends is now completely sold out. The event will take place at AFC Portchester, The Onsite Group Stadium, Portchester and kick-off will be at 4pm. Parking is available and there will be food and refreshments available onsite.
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Sunday 28 July 2024
Challenge London
Challenge London offers several distances to get involved in including Super Sprint, Sprint, Sprint Relay, Olympic, Olympic Relay and the brand-new Middle distance. Secure your entry today and race past some of London’s iconic landmarks.
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Monday 12 August 2024
Sophie's Birthday
This year Sophie would have celebrated her 13th birthday. She would have been a teenager. Whilst she can't celebrate, we can!
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On Monday 12th August we will be at Whiteley Shopping Centre from 10am - 2pm selling sweets and playing games on the stall.
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Saturday 17 August 2024
Sausage and Cider Festival Winchester
If there's two things we love, it's sausage and cider. That's why we'll be at the Winchester event. This is a family event and with live music, silent disco, children's entertainment and food and drink, there's something for everyone to do. We'll see you there! Come along and have a chat.
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Sunday 18 August 2024
Scottish Half Marathon
Get ready for the ultimate running event, with the combination of flat roads and the most stunning views of the East Lothian Coast, what are you waiting for?
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23 - 25 August 2024
Victorious Festival
Victorious, is the UK’s biggest metropolitan festival, which takes place over August Bank Holiday Weekend. Victorious is an amazing family friendly experience with the best live acts, an enormous free kids arena, bustling markets, real ale, real food and an atmosphere not to be missed. And we'll be there! Come and say hello.
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07 September 2024
Dragon Boat Race
Sophie's Legacy will be taking part in a dragon boat race at Hythe Marina, near Southampton. We're looking for teams to take on the challenge and raise money for Sophie's Legacy!
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If you're interested in registering a team of 17 (16 rowers and 1 drummer) please get in contact.
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Sunday 08 September 2024
Thorpe Park 5k and 10k
Run a 5k or 10k around the rides and rollercoasters inside the fantastic Thorpe Park Resort. Following the race, you will be able to make full use of the rides within the park with Theme Park access included in your race entry!
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Sunday 06 October 2024
Chester Marathon
This award-winning marathon is set in the historic Roman Medieval destination, the great city of Chester. The event organisers pride themselves on being runners themselves and have designed a route that spans the largely flat stunning city as well as the beautiful countryside.
Sunday 13 October 2024
Manchester Half
This half marathon sees runners take on generous, closed roads across the towns of Old Trafford, Stretford & Brooklands, with the promise of great support and an abundance of entertainment en route.
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Sunday 13 October 2024
Bournemouth Half Marathon
Breathtaking views of the sea, cool coastal routes and the highlights of Poole and Bournemouth will be on show at this fantastic Half Marathon and Festival event.
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Sunday 13 October 2024
Bournemouth Supersonic 10k
Running in the supersonic 10k will provide you with a glimpse of running the way it should be, along coastlines with the backdrop of the stunning sea.
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Sunday 20 October 2024
Great South Run
The AJ Bell Great South Run is probably the world’s favourite 10-miler, with inspiring history, salty air and glorious sea views guaranteed. Portsmouth’s supporters will keep your spirits and motivation up the whole way round, with blaring music, cheers, high fives, fist bumps all part of the incredible AJ Bell Great South Run experience.
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Sunday 17 November 2024
Southampton 10k
Come and join us for the return of Southampton’s 10k race, starting and finishing in St. Mary’s Stadium, the home of Premier League football club Southampton FC!
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Saturday 07 December 2024
Sophie's 10k
Join us for our annual 10k event. Sophie designed the medals herself. This medal will be unveiled nearer the time. Save the date and watch this space for more information about this event, closer to the time.
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Sunday 22 December 2024
Portsmouth Coastal Marathon
We have 5 spaces available for the Portsmouth Coastal Marathon or the Festive Half. To bag a space along with your running top and lots of support on the day, all we ask is if you will raise £150 for us.
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Friday 21 March 2025
Sophie's Ball
After the success of Sophie's Ball in 2023, we've decided to do it all over again in March 2025. More details, and tickets will be available nearer the time but, if you want to go, register your interest and save the date!!
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