How do I join the Run 10k for Charlie event?

Sign up for free with Secret London Runs and complete your 10k anytime from September 1st to 7th, then share your finisher photo in the community group.

Can I walk or cycle instead of running?

Yes, any activity covering 10 kilometers is welcome, including walking, cycling, swimming, or rolling.

Is there a required route or location?

No, participants choose any safe route or location convenient for them to complete their 10k.

How do my donations help Charlie?

Funds raised support Charlie’s immunotherapy treatment, which is not covered by the NHS due to the rarity of her cancer.

Do I need to be a serious runner to participate?

No, this event welcomes all fitness levels and encourages completing the 10k at your own pace.

What should I include in my finisher photo?

Participants are encouraged to include Charlie’s favorite things — a glass of gin or ice cream — in their celebration photos.

Virtual 10k Challenge with Secret London Runs | Events

Secret London Runs offers a unique virtual 10k event, 'Run 10k for Charlie,' that transcends geography and transforms personal effort into powerful community support. While the company is rooted in Market Harborough, England, this heartfelt challenge invites runners, walkers, cyclists, swimmers, and rollers around the globe to complete their 10-kilometer activity anytime between September 1st and 7th.

This isn’t your typical race. It’s a dedicated fundraiser to help Charlie, a nurse and avid runner bravely facing a rare form of cancer, raise £70,000 for crucial immunotherapy treatment. Participants aren’t limited by a rigid start line or course. Instead, they lace up where they are—whether on quiet village trails, city streets, or local parks—and share their finisher photos featuring Charlie’s favorites: gin or ice cream. The Secret London Runs community then rallies online, creating a virtual sense of solidarity and purpose.

Market Harborough lies in the heart of Leicestershire, a region known for rolling countryside and accessible outdoor routes. While this event can be tackled in any locale, the area itself lends to a strong running culture with scenic footpaths and local green spaces. Secret London Runs supports this by merging traditional running community values with a digital platform that unites diverse participants.

What makes this event and business stand apart is its blend of social good, flexibility, and inclusivity. No matter your pace or location, you become part of a compassionate network driven to help one of their own. Moreover, with no set course, the challenge adapts to your environment, encouraging personal creativity and motivation.

For anyone looking to combine fitness, connection, and meaningful impact, 'Run 10k for Charlie' offers an accessible, inspiring way to put your miles toward a vital cause.