LandAid Trek 2026
Friday 18 September 2026
Take on an unforgettable challenge. Help end youth homelessness. Celebrate 40 years of LandAid with an iconic 40km trek along the South Downs Way, starting in Eastbourne. Take in sweeping coastal views, rolling chalk hills and historic landscapes as you challenge yourself alongside property industry peers. Prefer a shorter adventure? Choose the 20km route or organise your own trek.
Trek, connect and help create lasting change all while raising vital funds to help end youth homelessness.
Event
Details
Date
17 - 19
September 2026
Time
Arrival: Thurs 19:00
Check out: Sat 12:00
The South Downs
Eastbourne
Distance
40km
or 20km
Fundraising
Eastbourne Trek £800pp
Trek Your Way £100pp
The Challenge
- 40km or 20km trek along the stunning South Downs
- Fully supported trekking challenge
- Network with property industry professionals in a fun environment
- Stunning views from the high point of Firle Beacon
- Test your endurance with the undulating terrain of the Seven Sisters
- Raise vital funds to support young people experiencing homelessness
- Can't make it to Eastbourne? Join our Trek Your Way event and host your own Trek challenge with your organisation
Why trek for LandAid?
Right now, thousands of young people across the UK are facing homelessness or living in unsafe, unstable housing. By taking part in the LandAid Trek, your fundraising will support projects that:
- Provide safe accommodation for young people in crisis
- Help young people build skills, confidence, and long‑term independence
- Help prevent youth homelessness before it starts
Andy had been rough sleeping for six months. Thanks to LandAid funding, he is now off the streets, has a job and feels a sense of relief knowing he’s not alone.
Taking on the LandAid Trek will help create real, lasting change.
Read Andy's Story here.
Itinerary
Day 1 - Thursday 17th September
15.00: Arrive to The View Hotel, Eastbourne from 3pm for check in.
19.00: Drinks reception in Horizon Suite for the Trek Welcome Dinner
19.30: Hot fork buffet served
20.30: Welcome Speeches
20.45: Event Safety Briefing
Day 2 - Friday 18th September
06.00: Cooked Breakfast at hotel
06.45: Walk out of hotel for group photo and final safety brief
07.00: Commence Trek
12.30-13.00: 20km group completes trek (5.5-6hrs)
13.45: Coach arrives back to the hotel (20km group)
(afternoon to relax for 20km group)
17.00-18.00: 40km group completes trek (10-11hrs)
19.00: Coach arrived back to the hotel (40km group)
19.30: Celebration Dinner drinks reception at The Bohemian
20.00: Hot fork buffet served at The Bohemian
21.00: Thank you speeches & charity speaker
Day 3 - Saturday 19th September
07.30-10.30: Breakfast at your own leisure
12.00: Check out
Join the LandAid Trek in three easy steps
1. Sign Up
Sign up today to take on an incredible challenge as we celebrate 40 years of LandAid. Choose between our Eastbourne Trek or Trek Your Way event, select your distance, provide your details, and pay upfront or use our convenient new payment plan.
Take advantage of our flexible payment plan and spread the cost over four months, making it even easier to join the challenge.
2. Raise Funds
Your fundraising page is automatically created during registration and is simple to use. The minimum fundraising target is £800 per person for Eastbourne participants or £100 per person for Trek Your Way participants.
You can fundraise solo or as part of a team. LandAid is here to support you every step of the way throughout your fundraising and training journey.
3. Trek
Whether you’re trekking with us along the South Downs or taking on your own route, lace up your hiking boots and join hundreds of property and built environment professionals this September to Trek for Change and celebrate LandAid’s 40th anniversary.
Every step you take brings us closer to ending youth homelessness.
The Routes
40km
10-11 hours
Ascent 1185m
20km
5-6 hours
Ascent 696m
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I take part as a team?
Is it a race?
No — the Eastbourne Trek is not a race. We aim to walk in a long convoy for as much of the day as possible, moving at a steady, comfortable pace. Walking together helps create a great team atmosphere and allows everyone to support one another along the way.
We encourage participants to stay with the main group wherever possible, as this helps with morale and ensures our experienced marshals and Outdoor First Aid–qualified Mountain Leaders can provide support throughout the route.
If you do choose to walk independently, please note that you may not be able to access the full support of our rolling marshal team.
For Trek Your Way, you’re welcome to add your own friendly competitions, challenges, or flair to make the experience your own.
Do I need to train?
For our 40km, we highly recommend dedicating 12 weeks to training. If you are already very fit and active, you may opt for the 10-week training plan.
For our 20km, we strongly suggest committing to 8 weeks of training. If you are in excellent shape and highly active, the 6-week training plan may be suitable.
See our training plans on our Route page here.Â
The LandAid Trek is supported by
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Testimonials
"The whole event was really well run, from the initial dinner & briefing on Friday, through the duration of the trek itself to the celebration dinner on the Saturday. Everyone involved with the trek was really friendly, inclusive and encouraging and created such a lovely atmosphere."
Poppy Pearce, Student Cribs
2024 Trekker
“My favourite part of the Trek was the way everyone came together - great collaboration. Superb organisation from LandAid, stunning views and a great venue!”
Cassie Sutterby, TT Group
2025 Trekker
"I really enjoyed meeting others, supporting a great cause and being with colleagues."
Kelvin Ward, The Arch Company
2025 Trekker
Our Vision:
An end to youth homelessness in the UK.
