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Lily Golf Day 2019

Our annual golf day is always a fantastic event. As well as a round of golf at the amazing Croham Hurst Golf club, you and your friends could enjoy competitions a few drinks and then be treated to a wonderful dinner hosted by our very own Jonathan Pearce. 
Dinner only tickets and Croham Hurst Golf Club Member tickets are also available.

Take a stand against mito

 'Take a stand' against mito with a Lily Awareness Stand for Mito Awareness week 2019!
 Lightweight, eye-catching and easy to set up, each stand comes supplied with informative leaflets, wristbands, stickers, bunting, balloons, pin badges, fundraising pack, poster, collection box and Lily T-shirt. Everything you need to raise awareness about mito in your neighbourhood!

Lily Italian Night at Bagatti's

Join the Lily team for an informal evening of delicious Italian food, wine, live music and dancing at Bagatti's restaurant in Croydon.

Severn Bridge Half

The route suits both first timers and experienced club runners - it provides something a bit different from your average 'run-of-the-mill' city half marathon: stunning views, sea air, scenic country lanes and villages and the opportunity to participate in a unique running event on a closed motorway and across the iconic Severn Bridge.

South Coast Running Challenge 31 Aug/1 Sept 2019

Run the trails over some of England's finest scenery! It's up Beachy Head, over the magnificent Seven Sisters, and along the South Downs Way with stunning views over the sea to a Brighton mid-point. Devil's Dyke, welcome rest stops, ups & downs all lie ahead before historic Arundel comes into view .
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT AVAILABLE!

South Coast Walking Challenge 31 Aug/1 Sept 2019

Take on some of England's finest scenery! It's up Beachy Head, over the magnificent Seven Sisters, and along the South Downs Way with stunning views over the sea to a Brighton mid-point. Devil's Dyke, welcome rest stops, ups & downs all lie ahead before historic Arundel comes into view.

Cheltenham Classic 5km Run

This 5km is set in the beautiful spa town of Cheltenham. Designed for all ages and abilities its a great chip timed event for 2019.

Thames Path Running Challenge 7/8 Sept 2019

Take on the Thames Path Challenge following England's greatest river for a fantastic trail run. Join 3,000 others - and all will have a special reason to push themselves.
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT AVAILABLE!

Thames Path Walking Challenge 7/8 Sept 2019

Take on the Thames Path Challenge following England's greatest river with 3,000 other trekkers - all will have a special reason to push themselves.
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT AVAILABLE !

Thames Bridges Trek 2019

Join 3,000 other trekkers as we venture 25km across the Capital taking in unrivalled views of the skyline from its best vantage points.
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT AVAILABLE !

Great North Run 2019

Fundraising pledge: £300

We have Guaranteed Lily Places for this event!
The Great North Run  is the largest half marathon in the world, taking place annually in North East England each September.Participants run between Newcastle upon Tyne and South Shields.

Great Wall of China Trek

Fundraising pledge: £2880

Walk along one of the Seven Wonders of the World on the Great Wall of China Trek, an incredible experience that will stay with you for a lifetime. An challenge for those with a passion for history and a sense of adventure! It will give you the opportunity to unearth China’s hidden charms, traditions, mythology and astounding cultural past when you take on this beautiful route.

Spartan Scotland

Spartan Race is a leader in the sport of obstacle racing, offering open heats for all fitness levels, as well as competitive and elite heats for those with something more to prove. Spartan Race provides a proving ground for beginner and professional obstacle racers looking to test themselves in new ways across the world.
5km, 20km and 50km distances available

Bristol Half Marathon

Achieve your half marathon goal this autumn while enjoying the best of Bristol. This run with a view takes you past the iconic Avon Gorge and Clifton Suspension Bridge. Are you up for the challenge?

London to Brighton Bike Ride

Fundraising pledge: £150

On this iconic London to Brighton Bike Ride, leave the buzz of the city behind and join thousands of your fellow cyclists as you face the challenge of a 55-mile. Journey on two wheels from the heart of London to the buzzing Brighton seafront!

Edinburgh Kilt Walk

Kilt Walk is coming to Edinburgh!
Take part in the Wee Wander, The Big Stroll or The Mighty Stride and help us beat Mito!
This incredible event is for the whole family and the organisers will top up your fundraising by 40% meaning 140% of every penny you raise makes a difference to those affected by Mito

London to Paris Cycle

Fundraising pledge: £1600

This iconic London to Paris Cycle will take you from the heart of London through beautiful English villages and into the stunning countryside of rural France before you reach Paris and end your challenge under the Eiffel Tower! You will make friends for life and go on an incredible adventure which will stay with you forever.

Swim Serpentine

Fundraising pledge: £150

We have guaranteed places for the 2 mile event at the largest open water mass participation event in the UK. Aimed at the more experienced swimmer you are required to complete two full (1.6km) laps of the Serpentine (recommended that you have previous experience of open water swimming). 

Scottish 10km 2019

The route starts and finishes just outside Edinburgh at Musselburgh Racecourse.  You will follow the final section of the seriously flat and rapid Scottish Half Marathon route, running along the magnificent Golf Coast before finishing in the final furlong at Musselburgh Racecourse; Scotland’s oldest racecourse. Come and be a part of it!

Windsor Half Marathon

The race starts and finishes in the shadow of Windsor Castle within Windsor Great Park, which is the only Royal Park managed by The Crown Estate.
A truly inspiring venue for a very popular and long standing event!

Berlin Marathon

Known for its World Marathon record time, the BMW Berlin Marathon attracts many runners aiming for their very own record time. This Marathon sells out every year and 2019 certainly won’t be any different

The BMF Supernova 5km 2019

The Supernova 5K is a great start to your running journey and a chance of being part of one of the UK’s top autumn running festivals. You can run, jog or even walk so anyone can join in. Why not get a team together and be part of something amamzing to help us beat Mito

Cardiff Half Marathon

Take part in one of the UK's biggest and best road races on an iconic course around Wales' capital city.

Plymouth 5km

Why not take part in this 5km race for The lily Foundation in the heart of Britain's Ocean City. Open to everyone over 15 you could make it a family affair, get fit, have fun and make a difference to all those affected by mitochondrial Disease. 

Plymouth 10km

Why not take part in this 10km race for The lily Foundation in the heart of Britain's Ocean City. Open to everyone over 15 you could make it a family affair, get fit, have fun and make a difference to all those affected by mitochondrial Disease. 

Royal Parks 2019

Fundraising pledge: £350

With guaranteed places at this event you could be part of something very special. The Royal Parks Foundation Half Marathon takes place each October, starting and finishing in the stunning Hyde Park. Runners take part in the 13.1 mile route through Central London, taking in the spectacular sites of the capital and the beautiful Royal Parks.

Oxford Half Marathon 2019

Fundraising pledge: £250

For the first time we have guaranteed places at this Half Marathon. So join our first Team Lily and help us find that cure!
The route is flat so ideal for first timers or seasoned runners looking for a PB.
Come and be part of something really special in 2019.

Great South Run 2019

Experience the south coast’s best 10 mile event and celebrate everything that's great about Portsmouth. If you're looking for a PB, this flat and fast course is the perfect choice for your greatest victory.

Yorkshire Marathon

A truly Yorkshire Marathon, our flagship event showcases the very best of the City of York and its surrounding countryside.

Scouse 5km

The 2019 Scouse 5k takes place on Sunday 27th October - Halloween Weekend! Jog, walk or peg it around this amazing Liverpool city centre route. Expect lots of bands bands, lots of colour and lots of fun.

New York Marathon

Whether it is your first and only marathon or your dream running destination, the TCS New York City Marathon is in the hearts of runners all over the World.

Sahara Sand Dunes Trek

Fundraising pledge: £1950

The Sahara Desert Trek is an incredible expedition across mesmerising landscapes, mirages and golden dunes that immerses you in the beauty and solitude of the desert. You follow the footsteps many Berber tribes have made and still do to this day all while witnessing vistas that take your breath away.

The Kelpies Supernova 2019

This fantastic route is a great opportunity to explore the home of two 30-metre high horses! The Kelpies are mythical creatures who love to play at dusk, each one weighs over 300 tonnes. Come and immerse yourself in a light journey with them.

London Landmarks Half Marathon 2020

Fundraising pledge: £350

The London Landmarks Half Marathon is back for its third year! This closed road central London run is the only half marathon to go through both the City of London and the City of Westminster. Last year was an amazing event and this year it will be bigger & better!

We have guaranteed Lily places with free registration so apply today and be there as a Mito Hero in March 2020!

Brighton Marathon 2020

Fundraising pledge: £350

Join Team Lily at The Brighton Marathon is the second-fastest marathon in the UK. It's an incredible event and part of The Brighton Marathon Weekend, an exciting three-day running event in one of Britain’s most cosmopolitan cities

Virgin London Marathon 2020

Fundraising pledge: £3000

Probably one of the most well know Marathons in the world. Apply for a place to take part with Team Lily in this iconic event. Although it will be tough you will look back with such pride!

Tandem Skydive

Imagine standing at the edge of an open doorway in an aircraft flying at 10,000 feet - the noise of the engines and the wind ringing in your ears with only the outline of distant fields below. Now imagine leaning forward out of that doorway and letting go - falling forward into the clouds, skydiving down through the air as you start free falling at over 120mph! Find out more here

Static Skydive

Want to take part in something that will really get your adrenaline pumping? Well whilst supporting our charity you can learn how to make a parachute jump – just like the professionals! This challenge is over 2 days ending with you performing a solo jump from up to 3,000 feet using a modern square parachute canopy.. Find out more here.

Accelerated Free Fall Solo Skydive

This is the real thing and should only be undertaken by those who really want to learn what skydiving is all about!! Learning to skydive solo is a big challenge and you will start with a full day's training including practical and classroom sessions covering all areas of making a solo skydive from 10,000 feet! Find out more here.

Bungee Jumps

This high octane, one-off event is really great for those who only have a small amount of time available. There are no gruelling marathon-training schedules to stick to, no weekend-long treks – you only need to commit to fundraising and the jump itself. With multiple locations across the UK, find out more here.

Velocity Zip Wire

Prepare for a truly unique and exhilarating experience; the fastest zip line in the world. Soar over Penrhyn Quarry where you could travel at speeds of over 100mph while you take in the breathtaking views and feel the freedom of flight. Find out more here.