Vernon Kay’s Ultra Ultramarathon Challenge for Children in Need
Radio 2's Vernon Kay has travelled from Leicester's Victoria Park to his hometown Bolton Wanderers' football stadium, powered only by his own two feet - all to raise money for BBC Children in Need’s 2023 Appeal.
Catch-up with our live coverage of Vernon's Ultra UltraMarathon Challenge
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Re-live all the highlights as they happened
Flapjacks, Barbara, Flask Lady, Gladys & Norman, Kinder Scout and much more - what a week!
About the Challenge
Vernon has finished his epic 115 mile journey but it's still not too late if you'd like to support his incredible efforts by donating to BBC Children in Need. All the details of how to donate can be found on this page.
Text to donate
To donate £10 text TEN to 70710
To donate £20 text TWENTY to 70710
To donate £30 text THIRTY to 70710
Texts will cost your donation +1 standard network message charge.
100% of your donation will go to BBC Children in Need.
You must be 16+ and have the bill payer’s permission.
For full terms and more info on the registered charity, please click here
BBC Children in Need 2023 Appeal
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Listen to Vernon Kay on BBC Sounds
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Listen to Vernon Kay on BBC Sounds
Catch-up on Vernon's latest shows including the Ten To The Top podcast, Tracks of my Years, and Dance Sounds of the 90s.
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Get further information on BBC Children in Need
BBC Children in Need changes the lives of children and young people across the UK. Find more info on donation and fundraising.
