Welcome to Summits Up
We fund urgent therapy, connecting people in crisis with a qualified therapist within 48 hours, because support can’t wait.
Our Mission
Every step we take helps fund vital therapy sessions for those struggling with their mental health. Our hikes are open to everyone, whether you’re climbing your first peak or your fiftieth, because mental health affects us all.Through shared challenges, open conversations, and breathtaking views, we’re building a community that proves it’s okay to talk, to struggle, and to keep climbing.
Robin Hood Half Marathon
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27 September 2026 FUNDRAISING CHALLENGE
Up for the challenge. Down to talk.
Take on the longest established and most popular city centre road event in the UK, the “Robin Hood Half Marathon” with Summits Up and help fund urgent therapy for those who need it most – when waiting isn’t an option.
We have 20 charity places available includes free charity shirt to run in, finishers medal, timing chip, water and official results.
100% of Fundraising Goes Directly into Providing Therapy
At Summits Up, 100% of all fundraising goes directly toward providing therapy sessions. Your support ensures that individuals in crisis receive the critical care they need without any overhead costs.
Mental Health Statistic
Did you Know?
Nearly 1 in 5 adults experience mental illness each year, with 50% starting by age 14. Suicide is the second leading cause of death for those aged 15 to 29. Charities like Summits Up connect individuals with therapists within 24-48 hours and provide funding to address urgent challenges, highlighting the importance of timely support.
In 2025, 5,728 suicides were registered, an increase of 11 from 2024. The overall suicide rate was 11.1 per 100,000.
12-18 Months Is the current waiting list on the NHS for counselling or therapy, far too long to wait when crisis strikes.
Summits Up connects you with a therapist within 24-48 hours and provides funding to reduce imminent challenges.
What’s Happening?
Our Community Hikes and Socials
Corporate Challenges
Let Summits Up arrange your team-building challenge! Our outdoor events, like charity hikes, boost mental well-being and raise vital funds for life-saving therapy. Strengthen team bonds while making a positive impact in the community.
For 2026, we’re partnering with businesses to deliver team hikes, workplace challenges, and wellbeing-focused events, all while contributing directly to urgent mental health support.
If your company is exploring new ways to support staff wellbeing and community impact, let’s connect!.
How You Can Help
Getting Involved
Join our Hikes & Challenges
Join Summits Up for our exciting hikes and challenges! Sign up on our website and work towards our individual challenge goals together to support life-saving therapy. Connect with fellow participants who share your passion for mental health and enjoy the great outdoors while making a difference. Help create change – one hike at a time!
Fundraise for us
If you have a personal challenge, marathon, hike, summit, or any big adventure planned, you can help us make a difference! We can set you up with your own JustGiving page to fundraise directly for Summits Up. This is a great way to support life-saving therapy while pursuing your goals. Whether it’s training for a marathon or climbing a mountain, your efforts can have a meaningful impact. Let us know how we can help you get started!
We are Going International!
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Check out our Blog!
News and Charity Updates
The story of Russ Lee – Notts Comedian
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BBC Nottingham Make a Difference – Award Finalists:
We’ve made the final of the Nottingham make a difference awards for the community award. As part of our nomination we Simon and Gary are working…
A Milestone Worth Celebrating: 60 Referrals Supported
We’re incredibly proud to share that Summits Up has now reached its 60th referral. What makes this achievement even more significant is that we…
BBC Feature on Comedy Workshop
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Total Warrior “Class of 2026”
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Come to the Summits Up Comedy Showcase!!
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Feel Good Friday News by Carwyn!
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13 Weeks to Go – The Robin Hood Half Marathon
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Hike Review – 7th June 2026
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From the Rugby Pitch to 100K
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Turning Awareness Into Action
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100km in May – A Community Effort
Throughout May, we challenged our community to do something simple but powerful: walk, run or hike 100km across the month. No pressure, no perfect…
100 “Kay” In May!
May was all about challenge, determination, and finding a positive focus when I needed it most. Over a short space of time, I experienced some huge…
Hike Review – 22 February 2026
Our most recent hike was a record-breaker, 39 people joined us, with 50% attending their very first Summits Up hike. We were blessed with a…
Edale Skyline Fundraising Challenge
What a day for Summits Up Last week, 14 of us took on our very first hiking challenge — the Edale Skyline. 31km of hills, incredible views, and…
Why We Started Summits Up!
Summits Up wasn’t created as a charity idea on paper.It was created as a response to real life; to the pressure, the stress, the silent struggles,…