Amount raised
£8,343
Entrants
879
Distance
99 kms
Grab your antlers. Lace up those hooves. Be a lifesaver.
Take on the Reindeer Run Challenge 2026. Run 24 miles through December — that's one mile for every hour RNLI volunteers are on call, even on Christmas Day. If running's not for you, you could walk, hop, or roll - it's entirely up to you. Did you know, it only takes 20 minutes on average to walk 1 mile?
How it works
Sign up
Sign up for the Reindeer Run and you’ll automatically get a fundraising page.
Do your miles
Take on the 24-mile challenge. You could run 1 mile every day or create your own plan.
Fundraise
Raise money by sharing your fundraising page – and use our handy resources to boost donations.
Earn your medal
Once you’ve reached the £150/€150 target, you’ll get your medal in the post!
Your challenge perks
The Reindeer Run Challenge is a fun and festive way to get active and make a lifesaving difference. To thank you for taking part and raising money for the RNLI, you’ll get access to these exclusive perks:
Exclusive Reindeer Run Beanie. While stocks last*
A certificate to celebrate completing the challenge
A medal if you complete 24 miles and raise £150/€150
A toolkit to help you fundraise and do your miles
Take on the Reindeer Run Challenge with us
Our volunteer crews need your help
Every time an RNLI crew launches, they are determined to save everyone. But they can't do that without you. By taking on the challenge and raising vital funds, you'll be helping keep our volunteers safe.
When you've raised £150/€150, you will have reached your fundraising target and earned your challenge medal! And once you've completed your 24 miles, you can sit back, crack open the mince pies, and enjoy being a lifesaver.
Looking for a fundraiser? Find a participant and donate today
Frequently asked questions
How does the challenge work?
We are asking everyone that takes on the challenge to complete 24 miles throughout December. You can complete your miles however you like. If running's not for you, you could walk, hop, or roll – it's entirely up to you. When you register, a fundraising page will be automatically created which you can share with your friends and family. Then all you need to do is choose how you’d like to tackle the challenge, lace up your hooves, and get running!
Do I need to run 1 mile every day?
No, you decide how you would like to tackle the challenge. Running 1 mile every day for 24 days is one option. You could even walk, hop or roll – on average, it takes just 20 minutes to walk 1 mile.
It is up to you how you would like to face the challenge. Running 24 miles throughout December is no mean feat, so make sure to plan your runs so they fit into your lifestyle.
Where does the event take place?
The Reindeer Run challenge is a virtual event, and you decide when and where you want to complete your miles. Just choose your favourite place and get started.
How do I pay in my fundraising?
If you receive any cash donations, you can bank them yourself and transfer the amount to your online fundraising page. Every contribution makes a real, lifesaving difference.
Will I receive a medal?
All participants who raise £150/€150 by 10 January 2027 will receive a Reindeer Run medal. We will be sending out the medals after the challenge has been completed. Please allow up to 4 weeks from 11 January 2027 for delivery.
Only one medal will be issued per registration.
Is there an age limit to take part?
Anyone of any age can take part in the Reindeer Run challenge. However, the registration must be made by someone over the age of 18. When registering with or on behalf of someone under the age of 18 years old, the registering adult can name the child(ren) taking part on their fundraising page. The registering adult does not have to fundraise or participate in the challenge, but will be responsible for the fundraising page and account.
Ready for the challenge?
* Terms and conditions apply. Subject to availability. Full terms and conditions and giveaway details.
