• Date: Sunday 18th October 2026
  • Where: University of York, Heslington Campus
  • Registration Fee: Normal Price - £50.00 - EARLY BIRD PRICE UNTIL 1st April 2026 - £25.00
  • Fundraising Target: £350

To ensure Candlelighters raise enough from the events to cover our costs and then fund the many support services we provide for families, we need participants to raise the minimum fundraising target amount for each event. If you want to support us but aren’t sure if you’ll be able to reach the target, please do get in touch with us for a chat and we’ll help find the best way for you to support us.

If you are purchasing more than one place, please provide the details of each participant

By taking on a challenge event for Candlelighters, you’ll be joining #TeamCandlelighters and making a difference to children and families. As part of #TeamCandlelighters, you will receive a fundraising pack and support from our fundraising team, a technical running t-shirt or Vest, and access to our #TeamCandlelighters Facebook group where members can share tips, ask questions and get support. Once you’ve bought a place, don’t forget to request to join the #TeamCandlelighters Facebook group, here.

For more information, email [email protected]

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