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Exmoor Perambulation 2025
Event information
Immerse yourself in the spectacular scenery and ancient heritage of Exmoor National Park whilst raising money for wildlife! Walk (or run) for Wildlife 15 or 30 miles on one of the most challenging walks in the Exmoor annual calendar.
The route follows the boundary of the Royal Forest at the time of its sale in 1818 and includes areas not normally open to the public. You also have the option to take part in the 15 mile (half distance) event, or the 15 mile Ultra Run. For full event information please visit the Channel Events website.
Saturday 21st June 2025
Starting from Pinkery Outdoor Centre, near Simonsbath, Exmoor
Registration fee is £30 +booking fee
Apply for a free charity place and pledge to raise £100 for us, or buy your own place, with no fundraising target. Don't forget to let us know if you've bought your own place, but want to fundraise for us - you'll start getting the Team Wilder perks right away!
Sika deer stag © Ross Hoddinott/2020VISION
Registration
Apply for a free place, and pledge to raise £100
OR purchase your own place, with no set fundraising target
Fundraise for us
Head over to Just Giving and set up your fundraising page today, it's so easy! Being part of Team Wilder is so much more than hiking through Exmoor National Park, it is your chance to save wildlife for the future, and we're here to support you on your journey. Have a question? Email: fundraising@somersetwildlife.org
FAQs
How your fundraising helps
You'll walk to protect and restore Somerset's wildlife and wild places!
Over half of UK species have declined since 1970, while more than one in ten are under threat and at risk of disappearing altogether - we are in an ecological and climate emergency, and your support couldn’t come at a more critical time.
By getting sponsored, you’ll help us work towards our goal of at least 30% of land and sea managed for nature by 2030, and you’ll help us fight harder to achieve our vision of a Somerset wide Nature Recovery Network. This will create more space for wildlife and nature to thrive, it will reverse the decline in species diversity, and will create resilient landscapes and habitats for wildlife (and people), that can adapt to a warming climate.
Be the champion that Somerset's wildlife needs and secure your place at the Exmoor Perambulation today.
Specific event related queries
For event related queries, please go to the event organisers web page. Once you've registered for the event, you will also receive all the event information on the lead up to your challenge sent by email by Channel Events.
Can I choose my distance on the day?
You can choose between the 15 mile and 30 mile route options on the day. All entrants head out on the first 15 miles. If you want to complete the full route of 30 miles, you will need to be leaving the half way, 5b checkpoint before the cut off time of 1pm.
Navigation queries
This event is a test of your navigation and long distance walking abilities. The route is not way-marked. You must be able to route find independently and be used to walking long distances. Entrants should be proficient with the use of a map and compass and be able to follow a route description.
If you’re new to navigation or in need of a refresher, then Channel Training can help with their Mountain Training Hill Skills Course. Contact Dan at events@channelgroup.co.uk for a 10% discount code.
Route description and GPX files are available to plot the route onto your Ordnance Survey map (Exmoor OL9 1:25000) and follow on a suitable GPS device.
Download last years route files
*In case of minor changes, please be sure to download the latest route files as emailed to you by Channel Events the week prior the event.
Matched Funding - how can I double the amount I raise?
Many employers have a Matched Funding scheme where they can support their employees' charity of choice by matching the funds you raise.
Effectively, each sponsor can be doubled. Getting this commitment towards the start of your fundraising, will help you raise even more, as your friends, family and colleagues will be more inclined to sponsor you, knowing their donation will be matched.
Often, the amount matched will be capped. For example, the first £250 that you raise is matched where your employer donates £250 too. Ask your employer if they could match your fundraising total, or part of it.
If your employer requires proof of your fundraising, we'll provide this for you. Email fundraising@somersetwildlife.org
This is a great way to boost your total, with no extra effort!
Gift Aid - how can I boost the funds I raise by 20%?
If your sponsors tick the Gift Aid declaration box, this means we can claim an extra 25p from HMRC for every £1 donated. There's no extra cost to them, or you. They just need to be UK taxpayers.
For online donations, including sponsors on Just Giving, they just need to tick the "Gift Aid" declaration when they sponsor you.
For cash donations, please ask your sponsors to tick the Gift Aid declaration on your sponsor form, and send us a copy once you've completed your fundraising (a photo or scan sent by email is ideal).
How can I connect my Strava account to my Just Giving fundraising page?
Strava is an app that tracks your training routes and physical activity, and it can now be linked up with your fundraising page on Just Giving, to automatically share your training achievements. Share your miles, pictures, and routes to make your fundraising more fun and show just how committed you are to raising funds for wildlife.
Here's how:
- Download and register with Strava (if you haven’t already)
- Log in to your JustGiving account and view the fundraising page you wish to connect with. Scroll down and select the ‘Connect Strava’ button.
- Confirm the Strava permissions, and select and save your fitness settings/preferences.
- Track your chosen exercise in the Strava app and watch as it automatically updates on your page!
Get in touch
Thank you on behalf of all at Somerset Wildlife Trust for your interest in Walking or Running for Wildlife at the Exmoor Perambulation.
I'd love to hear from you so if you have any questions, please get in touch.
Email: kate.wilson@somersetwildlife.org or call: 07549 031738
