Past Events

We weren’t quite sure how Storm Darragh would affect Guildford Santa Fun Run on Sunday 8th December… However, 250+ runners and our fantastic team, volunteers, and amazing sponsor Kelly’s braved the biting cold and 40mph winds!

This event raised an amazing £3,688 for Challengers! ☆

On Friday 29th November, we brought the festive tunes to St Andrews Church in Farnham as we hosted Challengers’ inclusive relaxed Carol Concert.

This event raised an amazing £16,813.25 for Challengers! ☆

This event raised an amazing £365 for Challengers! ☆

Thank you so much for attending our Challengers 10th Annual Motoring Event on Sunday 14th July 2024!

This event raised a wonderful £2,195.29 for Challengers! ☆

On Saturday 22nd June 2024, we were privileged to experience an evening of Jazz at Park Church with the Farnham Big Band.

This event raised a wonderful £550!

We are very excited to launch our first ever Orange-Aid, taking place at our Guildford Playcentre on Sunday 15th September.

Get involved this Orange October! Challengers are proud to host our fourth Orange October this year and we are wishing for it to be even more orange than the last! Orange October is a time to celebrate all things orange and all things Challengers.

On the beautifully sunny Sunday 12th May, cyclists with road bikes, electric bikes and adapted/accessible bikes rode through the quiet and scenic Surrey and Hampshire countryside for our 10th anniversary of the Kelly’s Cycle Challenge!

This event raised a fabulous £550.09 for Challengers! ☆

This event raised an amazing £1,389.97 for Challengers! ☆

On Friday 15th March, Challengers and Wholenotes Community Choir St Andrews Church in Farnham and put on an inspiring and enjoyable concert.

A night to remember! On Saturday 2nd March we enjoyed an evening of fine dining, frolics and fundraising at Challengers’ Gala Dinner at Guildford Holiday Inn.

‘Popping’ up for one captivating weekend only, from Friday December 15th, to Sunday December 17th, the Charterhouse Club in Godalming transformed into a whimsical interactive wonderland

Challengers Carol Concert 2023: A Melody of Inclusivity and Festive Joy!

Kelly’s Santa Fun Run 2023: Spreading Joy and Generosity in the Winter Chill!

This event raised a fantastic £1,036 for Challengers! ☆

“Face The Fire” – Triumph and Togetherness at the Joint Charity Firewalk!

Guildford Parkrun Turns Orange: A Wet but Wonderful Day in Support of Challengers!

This event raised a whopping £3,549.75 for Challengers! ☆

Excitement and anticipation filled the air as funders and families came together at two events to celebrate the formal opening of our new inclusive playground, based at our centre in Stoke Park, Guildford.

This event raised a fantastic £2,572.12 for Challengers! ☆

This event raised a fabulous £1,310.72 for Challengers! ☆

In October of 2023, we had a brilliant time turning our community orange!

This event raised a grand £1,432.50 for Challengers! ☆

Could you be our next running hero and take part in one of the most iconic running events in the world? On Sunday 22st April 2024 the London Marathon is on and we need YOU more than ever!

Saturday 9th September 2023 was a beautiful, sunny day and Team Orange had a fantastic time at our Spinnaker Tower Abseil!

With beautiful views across the Solent and, on a clear day, all the way over to the Isle of Wight, this is an experience our participants won’t forget!

Challengers Unleashes Superhero Spirit at Superhero Tri Powered by Marvel!

Thank you so much for attending our Challengers 9th Annual Motoring Event!

Thank you so much for attending our Challengers 10th Annual Wood Street Jazz Festival on the beautifully sunny Sunday 21st July 2024!

On the very windy Sunday 16th July, Challengers and Guildford Jazz were delighted to host our 9th Annual Wood Street Jazz Festival!

This event raised an amazing £835 for Challengers! ☆

This event raised an incredible £7,321.56 for Challengers! ☆

This event raised a phenomenal £2,440.87 for Challengers! ☆

This event raised a whopping £19,957.33 for Challengers! ☆

On Sunday 4th December 2022, we had the return of Kelly’s Santa Run & Christmas Market!

On the last week of November 2022, we held our 3rd Annual Online Art Auction. Challengers Art Auction is an opportunity for us to showcase some incredible work, donated by our supporters, whilst also raising vital funds for the children that attend our services.