Armed Forces Day 26km Challenge *live tracking map*

Armed Forces Day 26K Challenge

Celebrate courage, commitment, and community with our Armed Forces Day 26K Virtual Challenge.

Held in honour of Armed Forces Day, this event recognises the incredible men and women who serve — past and present — in the British Armed Forces. As part of this challenge, 10% of every entry fee will be donated and shared between SSAFA, Royal British Legion, and Help for Heroes, supporting those who have given so much.

💪 Your Challenge, Your Way

Take on the 26K distance in a way that suits you:

Run 🏃
Walk 🚶
Cycle 🚴
Swim 🏊
Row 🚣
Wheelchair ♿

Or combine activities — it’s completely up to you.

There’s no time limit, so whether you complete it in one go or build up over days or weeks, you can take part at your own pace. Please note that medals will be sent from Mid-May onwards.

🌍 What is a Virtual Challenge?

A virtual challenge means you can take part anywhere, anytime. There are no restrictions on location or activity — just choose your distance, track your progress, and work towards your goal in a way that fits your lifestyle.

We’re proud to make our challenges as accessible and inclusive as possible.

📲 Track Your Progress

• Upload activities anytime using your personal submission link
• Connect directly with Strava for automatic tracking
• Or manually enter your progress if preferred
• View real-time leaderboards and compare results by age, gender, and country
• Follow your journey on interactive maps for a more immersive experience

🎖️ Earn Your Medal

Once you complete the 26K challenge, you’ll receive:

✔️ A beautiful Armed Forces Day medal
✔️ A personalised downloadable certificate, featuring your achievement

Join the Mission

Challenge yourself. Honour our heroes. Make every kilometre count.