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Take on a 2026 Challenge

Start the year with purpose. Whether you create your own challenge or join one of our iconic events; every step, paddle, and pedal helps provide care and comfort at The Shakespeare Hospice.

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The Shakespeare Hospice - Take on a 2026 Challenge

Make Every Moment Matter

2026 is your year to make a difference. Choose a challenge that inspires you—walk 26 miles, learn 26 new skills, or take 26 photos of joy—or join one of our signature events like the Shakespeare Marathon, Dragon Boat Race, or Ride to Remember. Every pound you raise helps us deliver specialist care and support for patients and families when they need it most. Together, we can turn challenges into comfort and compassion.

How It Works

Pick Your Challenge or Event
Choose a personal challenge linked to the number 26 or sign up for one of our official events.

Sign Up & Share
Register online and share your challenge with friends and family.

Fundraise & Complete
Raise funds as you complete your challenge by March 31st.

Celebrate Your Impact
Join our virtual celebration and see the difference you’ve made.

Take on a 2026 Challenge

Whether you go it alone or with friends, in a group or club, at school, college or work, there are hundreds of ways you can fundraise for The Shakespeare Hospice.

Start your challenge today

What can I do?

Here are just some of the ways that you can raise funds for The Shakespeare Hospice in 2026.

Fitness & Wellness

Learning & Skills

Creative & Fun

Community & Giving

Other ways to get involved

26 miles for care

Walk, run, or cycle 26 miles by March.

26 days of movement

Commit to 26 minutes of exercise daily for 26 days.

26 Yoga Sessions

Find balance and peace with 26 mindfulness practices.

Learn 26 words

Expand your horizons with a new language.

Cook 26 recipes

Explore new flavours and share your journey.

Read 26 Chapters

Dedicate your reading challenge to hospice care.

26 Photos of Joy

Capture and share 26 inspiring moments.

Write 26 Notes

Spread positivity with uplifting messages.

Create 26 Art Pieces

Express yourself through sketches or crafts.

26 Acts of Kindness

Make the world brighter with small acts.

£26 Challenge

Donate £26 or rally 26 friends to give £2.60 each.

26-Minute Chats

Host virtual coffee chats to raise awareness.

Donate your coffee money

Donate what you’d pay for 26 cups of coffee.

Pledge 26 hours to support us

This could be as a Collection Tin or Lottery volunteer or a volunteer in one of our Shops.

Donate 26 items

Donate your unloved items to one of our shops

Official Events

Prefer an organised challenge? Take part in one of our exciting events and fundraise for The Shakespeare Hospice. Every mile, paddle, and pedal helps us provide vital care and support for patients and families.

The Shakespeare Marathon & Half Marathon – Push your limits and run for care in Stratford’s iconic race.
Dragon Boat Race – Gather your crew and paddle for a purpose—fun, teamwork, and fundraising.
Ride to Remember – Cycle through scenic routes while honoring loved ones and supporting hospice care.
Walk for Shakespeare – A gentle, family-friendly walk through historic Stratford-upon-Avon.
Golf Day – Tee off knowing every shot helps fund essential hospice services.
Quiz Nights & Seasonal Events – Fun, laughter, and fundraising for a great cause.

Our Events

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