Mercy4Mankind Ride4Peace and Hike National Charity Challenge
On Sunday 30 August 2026, We will be taking part in the National Charity Challenge, an exciting cycling and hiking event set in the stunning surroundings of Keswick, Cumbria.
This challenge is bringing together participants from across the UK to push themselves physically whilst raising vital funds for the Fitz Park Children’s Playground Refurbishment Appeal and other charitable causes. The event aims to promote healthy living, community spirit and service to humanity through a shared commitment to making a difference.
MKA UK is heading back to Keswick, Cumbria 10 years since our efforts to help the local community in our flood relief initiative and this time to support another local cause for the betterment of the community.
This event is open to participants of all ages above 18 and all under 18’s so long as they’re accompanied by an adult. This will be a chance for the community to come together for an enjoyable afternoon of activities, food, sports and fun.
Use the registration link below to register for the event:
https://mka.uk/m4m-signup
The event will run from 9AM to 4pm and will also be raising funds in aid of Fitz Park Children’s Playground Refurbishment Appeal and other charitable causes.
Venue:
Lower Fitz Park, Keswick (CA12 4NP) from 9am till 3pm
Darul Amaan Mosque in Manchester (M15 6NQ) which is approximately 90 mins away from the starting point will be available for accommodation stay on the Saturday evening (night before) for anyone who wishes to stay
Anyone over the age of 18 years old can register to participate independently but they must ensure they are physically able to complete the cycle/hike. Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
While there is no registration fee, we strongly encourage participants to try and fundraise for the cause to the best of their abilities. A recommended fundraising target of £250 per participant is advised. You can fundraise either through the main national charity challenge JustGiving page, or through collecting donations through your regional charity challenge JustGiving page (please ask your regional Qaid or regional Nazim KeK for the link to your regions page)
This depends on whether you’re cycling or hiking so please prepare appropriately. Please see a list below of certain recommended items.
Clothing:
* Hiking trousers (avoid jeans)
* Cycling shorts or trousers
* Cycling helmet
* T-shirt
* Jumper
* Jacket or fleece to go over jumper (may not be used)
* Base layer (could be an additional t-shirt)
* Raincoat
* Hiking boots or walking shoes or cycling shoes
* Thermal hat
* Gloves
Optional Clothing
* Neck warmer
* Waterproof trousers
Equipment
* Backpack 25L (ideally one with a cross strap to stop the staps rolling off shoulders)
* Thermal flask
* Fully charged mobile phone
Optional Equipment
* Dry bag
* Sun cream
* Sunglasses
* Hiking poles
* Backpack rain cover
Donate Today
- Registration waived for anyone who has raised £100 or over
- Saturday 30th August 2026
- 9:00AM - 4:00pm
- Cumbria, Keswick
- Suggested Target £250
- Donation Link below:
How to fundraise
Create a JustGiving Page with the following link (a new window will open). Just follow the simple instructions and this will create your very own fundraising page that you can share with your friends and family.
- Click on the button below to open the JustGiving website where it will take you through creating your very own fundraising page.
- Create a new login or login to your existing JustGiving Account.
- Create a name for your JustGiving page (eg john-smith-24 so your fundraising page will be www.justgiving.com/fundraising/john-smith-24).
- Click on the button Create your page and you are all set to go! You can personalise your page further in the JustGiving website.
If you have any questions or feedback then please do not hesitate to email us at [email protected]