52km Lake District Trail Run for Action for Children

By Robert Parker

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On Saturday 19 September, I’ll be taking on the 52km Maverick Lakes X-Trail Ultra in the Lake District, a demanding route featuring over 2,800m of elevation across some of the UK’s most challenging and spectacular terrain. The event starts in Grasmere and covers rugged mountain trails, steep climbs and technical descents through the heart of the Lake District. [maverick-race.com]

I’m using this challenge to raise money for Action for Children, a charity that supports vulnerable children, young people and families across the UK. My goal is to raise £200, which would be matched by The Kier Foundation, doubling the impact of every donation.

Any contribution, large or small, is greatly appreciated and will help support the fantastic work they do. Donating through The Kier Foundation is simple, secure, and Gift Aid will be added to eligible donations at no extra cost to you.

Thank you for your support!

Event Information

Saturday 19th September 08:00 - 20:00
Grasmere, Lake District

My Updates

Thank you!

Monday 21st Sep

A huge thank you to everyone who donated to my Maverick Race fundraising challenge! ❤️

The original plan was to take on the 52K Maverick Race in the Lake District, but unfortunately, due to high winds and very poor visibility on the highest peaks, both the 52K and marathon were cancelled for safety reasons.

Instead, I was moved onto the half marathon, which I completed in just over 5 hours! 🏃‍♂️⛰️

Although it wasn’t quite the challenge I’d originally signed up for, I’m incredibly grateful to everyone who supported me. I set a fundraising target of £200, and together we managed to raise an amazing £390 - almost double the target! 🙌

Even better, Kier will match the first £200, taking the total raised to £590.

Thank you again to everyone who donated, shared, encouraged me or simply asked how it went. It genuinely means a lot and has made all those training miles worthwhile! ❤️


Thank you to my Sponsors

£68.34

Sam Parker

Run Forest! Run!

£50

Jeremy Newman

Thank you for doing this for Action for Children. We truly appreciate your efforts and support.

£25

Josh Booth & Soph

Best of luck Parker, lots of love Booth & Soph

£20

Sarah B

Wow what a challenge! And for an amazing cause. Good luck!

£20

Lee Revill

Thinks of the Guinness

£20

Chris Wiseall

Just keep running mate!

£20

Tom P

Good luck mate x

£20

Alex Paterson

Good luck Picks love Al Bethan and Elodie x

£10

Emma Ryder

Good luck Rob - sure you will smash it

£10

Tom Higham

Good Luck Rob

£10

Paul Cassells

Good Luck, will be thinking of you while having a beer in Manchester.

£10

Chris Waddington

Good Luck Rob!

£10

Ryan Collier

Good luck mate!

£10

Anonymous

£10

Stacey Masterson

Good luck!

£10

Georgina Bligh-smith

Good luck Rob, some shift that!

£10

Layla Flattery

Good luck Rob!

£10

Lynn Pope

Good Luck Robert. You will smash it. Amazing cause x

£10

Laura Frances

Good luck Rob

£10

Helen Kelsall

Good Luck, Rob! Love, Helen and Pearse Xx

£10

Matt Wardle

£10

Billy House

Good luck Rhub! Love Billy Cath and Florence

£6.66

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