Thames footpath challenge

Secure your charity place in the 2026 Thames footpath challenge, join Team Underdog and be part of something amazing.

Want to join our 2026 team with your own place?

If you have already secured your place through the event organisers and would like to join team Underdog, please click on the button below to sign up and request your free fundraising pack!

Just select ‘2026 Thames footpath challenge’ as the event when completing the form.

• a Team Underdog sports top and fundraising pack to kick things off in style
• dedicated help from our Community Fundraising team from the moment you sign up
• on-the-day support to keep you going along the route
• packed lunch and a rest stop with snack and drinks
• a medal at the finish line to celebrate a fantastic achievement.

How will your sponsorship help?

Your valued donations go a long way for the dogs in our care.

£20 could go towards essential vet checks for abandoned dogs when they first arrive, making sure they get the urgent care they need

£50 helps provide a foster care starter package, to ensure dogs in need have access to all the essentials to feel safe and supported

£100 could support urgent veterinary care for a heavily pregnant dog 

£500 could pay for full costs for a dog’s entire stay at a rehoming centre

£4000 could pay for a dog's full stay at a rehoming centre providing essential support, medical treatment and loving care.

We're grateful for every single penny raised by our amazing supporters. Every donation makes a huge impact and helps make tomorrow's world a better place for all dogs.