Walk for charity: Walking 80km for 80 years
This year Mencap is turning 80 and we want you to get involved Involved is being included in something or taking part in something. in the celebrations by walking 80km across the month of September. You can do the walk on your own, with friends, family or work colleagues.
And once you’ve received your first donation, you’ll be sent a free pair of laces.
Get your Mencap merchandise
Looking to walk with your furry four-legged friends? Or hoping to stay hydrated? Then why not order one of our Mencap dog bandanas or water bottles. We have a range of fundraising merchandise and materials to help you with your walk.
Why walk for charity?
Walking is a great way to fundraise, and it's also good for your physical and mental health. So register today and let's make this the biggest One Big Walk yet!
There are lots of ways you can take part if you use a wheelchair or find walking challenging, simply email our team to support your plans.
Read more about the 2025 One Big Walk and our wonderful supporters who took part!
This event is a virtual challenge, so you can walk anywhere you like. Whatever you choose, you'll be helping to make a difference.
One Big Walk took place during Learning Disability A learning disability is to do with the way someone's brain works. It makes it harder for someone to learn, understand or do things. Week in June 2026, but don’t worry if you didn’t take part, as you can sign up to our 80km for 80 years across the month of September
One Big Walk 2026 has now finished, but you can still get involved with our 80km for 80 years of Mencap
You can take part on your own or in a group with family, or colleagues at work, school or at your local club.
It’s completely free to sign up to One Big Walk, there is no registration fee for taking part.
To highlight Learning Disability Week’s campaign A campaign is when people work together to try to change something. , ‘Do you see me now?’ we want supporters to take part in One Big Walk to help us raise money and awareness for the 1.5 million people in the UK with a learning disability.
With the impact of the cost of living crisis and
cuts
Cuts are when there is less money to pay for things like clubs and support.
to government funding people with a learning disability are facing more challenges than ever. This means our services are in need now more than they have ever been.
We want people to take part in One Big Walk to help raise funds so we can continue our work and also reach more people with a learning disability.
Yes! We’re asking you to walk 80km across the month of September to celebrate Mencap’s 80th anniversary.
Further questions about walking for charity?
For more information about One Big Walk or any of our other Mencap fundraising events, please contact us by email, or by phoning 02076 965425.