6 fantastic running and walking events for 2025
Fundraise… one step at a time when you support walking and running events for us this year.
As we make our first tentative foray into very early spring, with slightly longer days, the prospect of getting outside to walk and to run becomes a little more attractive.
For those who wanted to run back in dark January but found the cluster of storms more than a little off-putting, now is the time to start training for one of a range of walking and running events you can sign up to in support of Devon Air Ambulance.
For fitness, for fun and for fundraising
Walking and running events offer not only a fun route towards fitness, a great personal challenge, but also a sociable occasion when you can support our life-saving missions. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a casual walker, there’s an event to suit solo outdoors fans, as well as team players. Here are some of the exciting 2025 events you won’t want to miss.
1. Devon Heli Hike
- Saturday, 5 July, 2025
- Location: Jennycliff Car Park
- Distance: 14 miles or 26 miles
Join us for the Devon Heli Hike, a challenging yet rewarding event that takes you through the stunning South West Coast Path. Whether you choose the 14-mile or the 26-mile route, you’ll be treated to breathtaking views and the satisfaction of supporting a great cause.
2. Virtual Challenges 2025
- Throughout the year
- From wherever you like
For those who prefer a more flexible approach, a virtual challenge gives you the option to set your target walk or run according to a timeframe and terrain that suits you. All you need to do is keep track of your progress and those fantastic people sponsoring you informed through your fundraising page. Shout about your progress and activity on Facebook or your preferred social platform and join in from wherever you like! Whether you choose to walk, run, or perhaps cycle, or swim, you can set your own pace and make a significant impact.
3. Miles for Missions
- Throughout the year
- Distance: 50 miles in one month
Take on the Miles for Missions challenge and commit to walking, running, or cycling 50 miles in one month. This is a fantastic way to stay active while supporting Devon Air Ambulance’s life-saving missions. Every mile you complete helps us reach more patients facing time-critical situations. Don’t forget, we do secure places on a range of runs in Devon as well as in the London Marathon, so do get in touch to secure a place for your sponsored run.
4. Inflatable 5K
- 9 August 2025
- Westpoint Arena
Get ready for a fun-filled day with the Inflatable 5K event. This super-fun race features inflatable obstacles that add an extra dimension of excitement to your run. It’s a fantastic event for families and friends to enjoy together, and all proceeds go towards supporting Devon Air Ambulance.
5. Wild Night Run hosted by Wild Running
- 6pm – 11pm, 15 February 2025
- South Brent
For the truly intrepid, take a tour of Devon from South Brent to Shipley Bridge and tackle some challenging terrain to take part in this super-fun, February Challenge.
6. RunFit Run5
- 16 Feb and 21 September 2025
- The Pump & Pedal, Sourton Down
This 5-mile route along the Granite Way near Okehampton supplies breathtaking views as well as cash prizes for the top 3 male and female entrants. Secure your place to join this exciting event.
Why sign up?
Getting moving in support of our service is not only a great way to stay fit and have fun, but it’s also a great way to support the local communities we serve. Your involvement helps us continue our mission of providing critical care and emergency services to those in need. Every step you take and every mile you complete adds up, not only to an income to the charity, but to a sense of accomplishment for you.
So lace up your shoes, gather your friends and family, and join us in making 2025 a year of fitness, fun, and philanthropy. Together, we can make a difference!
More walking and running events are added to our Events listings every week, including the Plymouth Half, Torbay run, Great West Run and Fast Friday 10k, so visit our event page to find the fundraising event to suit you this year!
