Fundraising events
Milan to Bologna 2026 Cycle Challenge
We're seeking adventurers who are ready to challenge themselves by cycling 260 miles over 3 days from Milan to Bologna from 25 - 27 September 2026.
This will be our seventh cycle challenge. Over the years, we cycled from Blackpool to Paris, Carlisle to Newcastle, across the southern coast of France, along the Danube from Vienna to Budapest, and from Copenhagen to Berlin, battling headwinds. In 2025, a team of 30 riders cycled from Prague to Munich, climbing more than 15,000 feet of elevation, and fundraising more than £62,000 for under-served young people.
See how fun our cycle challenge is on our YouTube video.
A brilliantly organised cycling event, supporting a charity which actually makes a difference. As well as having a great few days, I felt proud to be supporting young people. Well done, such a great event.
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If you're interested in taking part then complete our online form using the button below:
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This was a very well organised event, with excellent support, great people. It was a pleasure to support the good work this charity is doing to help kids with employment options.
Manchester to Blackpool 2026 Cycle Challenge
Following the success of the 2025 London to Brighton Cycle Challenge, proudly sponsored by Morgan Sindall Construction, we are delighted to announce our next UK cycle challenge from Manchester to Blackpool on 8 May 2026.
This year’s event offers two exciting routes to suit all abilities - a beginner-friendly 45-mile route and an 87-mile expert route that winds through the stunning Lancashire hills. Both routes will culminate at the iconic Blackpool Tower, where riders will celebrate their shared commitment to creating brighter futures for young people from under-served communities.
The event is made possible thanks to the generous support of sponsors Morgan Sindall Construction, Arcadis, and Mott MacDonald.
Together, these leading industry partners are championing equal opportunities and inspiring the next generation through education and collaboration.
Go to enquiry formTCS London Marathon 2026
We're seeking runners to represent our charity
We’re thrilled to have four charity places available for the 2026 TCS London Marathon!
There’s never been a better time to sign up and make your miles count for The Talent Foundry.
Lace up and step forward - for young people from underserved communities who need your support more than ever.
How do you know someone has run the marathon? Well, they tell you of course! My marathon days are over, but I do know exactly how it feels to train and run the iconic London Marathon event. That moment you cross the finish line at Pall Mall after 26.2 miles, makes the long-training runs, ice baths and foam rolling all worth it.
Public ballot
If you’re lucky enough to get a place through the public ballot, why not run for The Talent Foundry? You can still choose to support us and make your marathon experience even more meaningful.
What makes that feeling even more satisfying is that you’ve taken on the challenge to help other people. Every £1 you raise will be helping to spark ambition and unlock opportunity for young people in the UK that are without the support and guidance to secure a positive future.
TTF places
We have four charity places in this event, and we will offer the places based on the strength of the applications we receive.
Please complete the registration form below to apply for a charity place. Please provide as much details as possible. The successful applicants will be asked to make a non-refundable registration payment of £50, pledge to raise a minimum of £2,800 (not including Gift Aid) in sponsorship and agree to TTF's terms and conditions.
Registrations for this event closed on 31 July 2025. Thank you for your interest. Registration will open again for 2027.
On behalf of every young person we work with, thank you for thinking of running for TTF, and welcome to the team!