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Overseas challenges

Would you like to run in iconic races; trek or cycle through incredible places in our overseas adventures; or take on your own challenge? We have got lots of events available for you and all the support you'll need to achieve your goals! Take on a challenge and raise funds for North East Autism Society - there is something for everyone.

Sahara Desert Trek

Sahara Desert Trek

This charity trek experiences the beauty of one of the most breathtaking and largest deserts in the world – The Sahara! Read more

Start: 13th November, 2014 at 12:00am

End: 18th November, 2014 at 12:00am

Published: 17th February, 2014

Author: Sally Squires

Location: Ouarzazate, Morocco

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Cycle Vietnam To Cambodia

Cycle Vietnam To Cambodia

Join this cycling charity challenge as you bike from Vietnam to Cambodia! Read more

Start: 7th March, 2015 at 12:00am

End: 17th March, 2015 at 12:00am

Published: 17th February, 2014

Author: Sally Squires

Location: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

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Inca Trail Trek

Inca Trail Trek

The Inca Trail is said to be one of the top ten trekking trails in the world… and one of the most popular charity challenges – and it’s not surprising why! Read more

Start: 8th August, 2015 at 12:00am

End: 17th August, 2015 at 12:00am

Published: 17th February, 2014

Author: Sally Squires

Location: Cusco, Peru

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Yosemite to San Francisco

Yosemite to San Francisco

Conquer California by bike on this ‘Golden’ ride! Read more

Start: 3rd October, 2015 at 12:00am

End: 11th October, 2015 at 12:00am

Published: 17th February, 2014

Author: Sally Squires

Location: San Francisco, United States of America

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