What is Sara Cox doing for Children In Need? Sara's Great Northern Marathon Challenge explained - how to donate
BBC Radio 2 star Sara Cox has set off on her gruelling Great Northern Marathon Challenge in the hope of raising as much money as possible for Children In Need.
The radio presenter will set off on her charity challenge on Monday morning (November 10). The challenge will see Sara attempt to cover 135 miles across Northumberland, Durham, North Yorkshire, and West Yorkshire on foot while carrying a Pudsey Bear backpack.
The beloved radio presenter begins her challenge in Kielder Forest, and will fittingly cross the finish line in Pudsey, Leeds on Friday, November 14.
Sara’s 135-mile journey will see her cover the equivalent of five marathons in just five days, following the tradition of BBC stars undertaking huge challenges for charity. Other stars to complete similar challenges include Jamie Laing and Vernon Kay.
Speaking about her challenge previously, Sara said: “When they picked me to get Pudsey to Pudsey, I was honoured and horrified in equal measure. We’re talking 135 miles of hills, moors and blisters – but I am ready for the challenge, and I will absolutely be giving it everything I’ve got.
“I know the brilliant Radio 2 listeners will be with me every step of the way and their encouragement and support will shove me up every incline and pull me through my toughest moments. Pudsey has been part of Children In Need for 40 years this year, and I can’t think of a better way to celebrate than by helping raise much-needed funds for children who need it most.”
For those who are wanting to follow’s Sara’s journey step-by-step, you can follow the live tracker on the BBC Children In Need website.
How to donate to Sara’s Great Northern Marathon Challenge
You can donate right now to support Sara’s Children In Need challenge. Those who are wanting to give can donate via the BBC Children In Need website.
You can also text to donate, with full details below:
- To donate £10 text TEN to 70710
- To donate £20 text TWENTY to 70710
- To donate £30 text THIRTY to 70710
Text will cost your donation plus one standard network message charge. 100% of the cost will go towards Children In Need. You must be aged 16 and above and have the bill payer’s permission.