Race Across Pendle 2025
When
Friday 11th and Saturday 12th July 2025
The race is on. Are you up for the challenge?
APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN! CLICK HERE TO APPLY
Race Across Pendle: Inspired by the hit TV show Race Across the World
In the spirit of Race Across the World, Pendleside Hospice is seeking out adventurers to take on our brand new event for 2025- Race Across Pendle! This once in a lifetime opportunity invites 10 teams (as pairs) to race across our beautiful countryside and local towns, by going back to basics- no internet, no social media and only a very limited budget! Just like in the show, it’s all about resilience, teamwork, and navigating unexpected twists as you work your way through Burnley and Pendle to race to the finish line.
Your adventure starts now
As in Race Across the World, teams will make their way from checkpoint to checkpoint, overcoming challenges and solving clues. With just a basic budget and the ability to make quick decisions, each pair will have to race to the finish line. This event is a physical endurance challenge and therefore, teams MUST have a moderate level of fitness to make it between check points.
Raising Funds to provide care for your local community
Pendleside Hospice needs your help by raising much needed funds to provide vital patient care. We ask that each couple raises a minimum of £2,000 in sponsorship when taking on this epic event. Not only will you be raising vital funds for the hospice, but also gaining lifelong memories to cherish forever.
Step into the Race
If you think you are competitive enough to take on the challenge, apply now! Maybe you’ve previously applied for Race Across the World or would love to take yourself out of your comfort zone- whatever your reason, don’t wait another minute!
Successful teams will be required to pay a £100 registration fee which covers the costs of the below and more.
Preparing for the Race
Each team will get:
- Race across Pendle branded hoodies
- Race across Pendle branded t-shirts
- A basic phone (no data allowed!)
- A small budget
- A OS map and compass
- An event pack
- An overnight stay for Friday evening
- Evening meal (Friday) and breakfast (Saturday)
- Packed lunch (Saturday)
FAQS
How many people per team? And who can compete?
Teams are made up of 2 participants – everyone over 18yrs is welcome to register.
How do I secure my team’s place?
Complete the form and submit. We also require a short introduction video featuring both contestants (maximum 2 mins) in your team to inject your personality into the application. (Prompt questions are provided in the application form). Please entertain us!
The deadline for applications is 8pm on Sunday 6th April.
Successful teams will be contacted on Tuesday 22nd April and payment for the event (£100 per team) will be required by Wednesday 30th April. An essential and comprehensive kit list will be sent to you at this point and further information about the race. Successful teams will be required to attend a launch event to meet their fellow contestants at 6pm on Tuesday 6th May (location TBC).
Even if you are unsuccessful in your application, we will be in touch to let you know.
How long do I have to complete the challenge?
Race Across Pendle will start at 7am on Friday 11th July and we ask that you arrive at Pendleside Hospice by 6.30am in order to complete check-in and bag check, ready to set off at 7am sharp. Depending on how fast you are, the first day of the race will break for the night at approximately 6-7pm where you will be provided with an evening meal and somewhere to rest your head! The race will begin again on Saturday morning following breakfast and the epic event should be completed by late afternoon that day.
*Please note as in the show we will enforce the check in and check out rule for the Friday overnight to make it fair for teams and ensure everyone gets a good rest*
Do I have to pay and raise money?
Registration fee per pair is £100 and we ask that each team aims to raise £2,000 in sponsorship donations. Our fundraising team will be on hand to support with your fundraising journey on the lead up to the event following the launch on 6th May. If you have any concerns about how you might reach your fundraising target, please don’t hesitate to get in touch- we are here to help!
Will there be rules to follow?
Yes, absolutely! Just like the show, there will be strict rules on how to complete this challenge, such as no smart phones and only the budget money provided to you.
The full detailed rules will be given to teams nearer the event date.
What if there’s an emergency during the challenge?
Our team will be on hand, checking your locations and ensuring you reach our volunteers at each checkpoint through the 2-day event. You will also be provided with a basic phone with our contact number stored on it. Pendleside has partnered with The Sunnywood Project for this event who will also provide extra support and guidance.
Questions for video application (please complete as a pair)
Introduce yourself (name, age and interests)
Why do you want to take part?
How do you know each other?
Why should we choose you?
Please send your video to [email protected] or Whatsapp to 07984 237 334