Big Beach Challenge

The challenge

Our Big Beach Challenge is the ultimate day out by the sea. Take part in our sand-based obstacle course for laughs, teamwork and unforgettable moments – all while raising money to give help and hope to people living with dementia. 

Take part solo or grab family and friends to form a team. Once you’ve scrambled your way to the finish, stick around for a proper seaside day out – deck chairs, ice creams, beach games and entertainment for all ages. 

About the Big Beach Challenge course

Take on the stunning Weymouth coastline with a choice of a 5km or 10km challenge route. The 5km route follows an out-and-back course along the beach, while the 10km route ventures further inland with a few gentle inclines before returning to the seafront.

Along the way, you'll tackle a variety of fun obstacle challenges designed to test your agility, balance and determination. Expect climbing, scrambling, carrying and crawling activities, plus a few surprises and maybe even a splash or two!

The terrain will include a mix of sand, pavements, grass and dirt tracks. Please note that route and obstacle details are subject to change while event planning is finalised.

What to wear to the Big Beach Challenge 

The Big Beach Challenge features a lot of wet and muddy obstacles so only wear clothing you are happy to get messy and bring a spare change of clothing for after you’ve completed the course.

We suggest wearing light, comfortable clothing that you can move freely in, as well as closed-toe trainers. Please also wear your race number, which you’ll also receive in the post. 

We encourage you to wear your Alzheimer’s Society t-shirt as well. You’ll receive this in the post if you’ve hit your fundraising target.

As this event is taking place in June, check the weather on the day and dress appropriately.

Do not wear:

• Studded, spiked or steel-toed footwear
• Anything you do not want to get wet or muddy
• Any valuables, including jewellery, that you don’t want to lose or get damaged

Fundraising for the Big Beach Challenge

Your fundraising will ensure that people facing a dementia diagnosis won't be alone. The money you raise will pay for vital services and research into treatments to improve people's lives. 

5km course

• Registration fee: £25
• Fundraising target: £180 

10km course

• Registration fee: £30
• Fundraising target: £200

It's always best to hit your target early so, once you sign up, you'll have access to our exclusive online event hub packed full of helpful fundraising tips and tools. You can also download our fundraising guide.

When you hit your target, we'll send you an Alzheimer’s Society top to wear with pride on the day.

Can I fundraise in a team?

Absolutely! You can create your team when you register on JustGiving by clicking 'Create'. To join an existing team, click on the ‘Find’ button and type either the team name or the name of the Team Captain. Each member of the team must register for Big Beach Challenge via the website.

Please note that joining a team on JustGiving is not a valid entry for the Big Beach Challenge. To gain entry you need to sign up for either the 5km course or 10km course.

Your fundraising target is £180 per person for the 5km route or £200 per person for the 10km route. You can combine your targets into one team total. 

When you register as a Team Captain, your team members will receive a discount off their registration fee when they sign up. Details of the discount will be supplied to the Team Captain upon registration.