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RNLI Mayday Mile

Thank you for going the distance this May

and helping RNLI volunteers save lives at sea.

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This year's Mayday Mile Challenge has now ended.

Come back in Spring 2027 for more information on next year's virtual event!

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Mayday Mile Challenge?

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Once again, we’re asking supporters to take on the challenge of completing a mile a day in May. That’s 31 miles across the 31 days of the month.

How does the challenge work?

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We are asking everyone that takes on the challenge to complete 31 miles throughout May. When you register, a fundraising page will be automatically created which you can share with your friends and family.

Where does the event take place?

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The Mayday Mile is a virtual event, and you decide when and where you want to complete your miles. You could stroll around your neighbourhood, run in a nearby park, or ride along the seafront – it’s completely up to you.

Do I need to run 1 mile every day?

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No, you decide how you would like to tackle the challenge. Running 1 mile every day for 31 days is one option. Or you could stroll, ride or roll your way through your Mayday Mile – it’s completely up to you. You can mix it up each day if you like. Make it fun by doing something you enjoy.

Is there a registration fee?

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There is no registration fee to take part in the Mayday Mile, however we are asking all participants to use their fundraising page to raise vital funds for RNLI lifesavers.

Is there an age limit to take part?

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Both over 18s and under 18s can take part in the Mayday Mile Challenge. However, someone over 18 must register on behalf of someone under 18. The registering adult does not have to fundraise, but will be responsible for the creation of the child's fundraising page and account.

Mayday Milers can be:
  • adults (over 18s) who would like to take part individually
  • adults (over 18s) who would like to take part as a team with other adults
  • children (under 18s) who would like to take part individually
  • families or children who would like to take part as a group
  • people (adults and children) from schools or communities who would like to take part as a group.

I use a wheelchair. Can I still take part?

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Absolutely, anyone can take part in the Mayday Mile Challenge. Most mobile applications used to track your distance can record distances for wheelchair users.

Any more questions?

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Please email us at mayday@rnli.org.uk and one of the team will be able to help.