Group of people outdoors holding a Caudwell Children banner, preparing for a hiking or fundraising event.
Group of hikers posing with a "Large Outdoors" banner on a trail with distant hills.
Two hikers with backpacks sit on a grassy hillside, watching the sunrise over a mountainous landscape with lakes in the distance.

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Professional Charity Challenge Events Across the UK

Expert guides • Full insurance coverage • Risk assessments included

Transform your charity fundraising with professionally guided outdoor challenges. Large Outdoors provides the expertise, safety, and support that makes your fundraising event unforgettable - while you focus on engaging your supporters.

A charity challenger on Scafell Pike in the Lake District

Why Charities Choose Large Outdoors

Proven Fundraising Results One charity recently raised over £110,000 in a single day using our Castle to Abbey challenge with 90 participants. Our professional guidance ensures maximum completion rates and creates the memorable experiences that drive donations.

Complete Professional Support

  • Qualified Mountain Leaders (1:10 ratio for day walks, 1:8 for night/sunrise walks)

  • Full public liability insurance and comprehensive risk assessments

  • Pre-event preparation materials and expert advice

  • Optional participant briefing calls with your guide

You Handle the Fundraising, We Handle Everything Else

  • You promote to your supporters and manage registrations

  • We provide professional guides, route expertise, and safety management

  • Years of experience ensuring successful, safe events

What's Included in Every Challenge

Professional Expertise

  • Qualified Mountain Leaders and experienced guides

  • Comprehensive route knowledge and safety management

  • Emergency procedures and first aid coverage

  • Full public liability insurance and comprehensive risk assessments

Pre-Event Support

  • Detailed preparation materials and training advice

  • Optional Zoom calls with participants to meet their guide

  • Kit lists and safety briefings

  • Weather contingency planning

Flexible Service Options

  • Guide-only service (you handle participant management)

  • Additional guides as your event grows

  • Bespoke challenges designed for your charity

  • Transport arrangements where required

250 - Birmingham Children's Hospital Bespoke Wye Valley Challenge

How It Works:

  • Contact us with your preferred challenge and dates

  • We provide qualified guides and professional support

  • You promote to supporters and handle registrations

  • We ensure a safe, successful, memorable event