Sara Cox Begins Children in Need Challenge in Northumberland
BBC presenter Sara Cox is preparing to undertake one of Children in Need’s longest challenges, aiming to raise significant funds for the charity. She will kick off the event at a stunning location in Northumberland that has gained global attention this year for starring in the number one movie.
About the Challenge
Former Radio 1 presenter Sara Cox, now hosting Radio 2 at Tea Time and leading its Book Club, will cover the distance of five marathons over five days. Her journey will take her from Northumberland to Pudsey near Leeds, where she will reunite with the iconic Children in Need bear.
Starting Point: Kielder Forest
Sara’s epic mission begins in the scenic Kielder Forest, notable as a filming location for the zombie thriller 28 Years Later. The film, directed by Oscar winner Danny Boyle, highlighted the North East region through key scenes shot last year.
Route Details
- Total distance: 135 miles on foot
- Counties covered: Northumberland, Durham, North Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
- Terrain: moorland, steep ridges, rolling hills of northern England
- Carrying a special Pudsey Bear backpack during the journey
“Sara Cox is getting ready to take part in one of Children in Need's longest ever challenges, aiming to raise as much money as possible for the annual fundraiser.”
“She will start in one of Northumberland's most famous locations... Kielder Forest, which has already been seen by audiences across the world this year, thanks to being the setting for some of the key moments of zombie thriller 28 Years Later.”
Sara’s Great Northern Marathon Challenge promises to be a test of endurance across beautiful and varied landscapes, supporting a beloved charity and engaging communities along the way.
Author’s summary: Sara Cox embarks on a five-day, 135-mile challenge from Northumberland to Pudsey, raising funds for Children in Need while traversing iconic northern England landscapes.