Join us for a night you’ll never forget — an overnight coastal walk along Jersey’s dramatic north coast, starting at sunset and finishing with the sunrise.

Step by step, you’ll be supporting Headway, helping us provides free support, information and services to people with a brain injury, their families and carers.

💪 What to Expect

🥾 A stunning 8 hour walk across technical terrain

🌅 Sunset start 21:10 and sunrise 05:04 finish — a once-in-a-lifetime experience

🌠 Beautiful night skys (weather permitting)

🏅 A Medal to celebrate your achievement

💰 Entry & Fundraising

To take part, we ask each participant to:

Pay a £15 entry fee to help cover event costs.

Commit to raising £75 or more for Headway via JustGiving.

100% of fundraising goes directly to Headway through your JustGiving page.

We’ll support you every step of the way with tips, templates, and tools to help you smash your goal.

🎯 Why It Matters

Your fundraising directly supports Headway.

See a full list of services here: https://headway.org.je/our-services/

🔗 Ready to Step Up?

Places are limited — register today and join the Race the Sun

🧠 FAQs

Who can take part?

You should be reasonably fit and comfortable walking 8+ hours overnight on rough terrain.

What should I bring?

We’ll provide a full kit list, but essentials include: headtorch, warm layers, suitable footwear, water bottle 1.5l, snacks, and your determination.

Will the route be marked?

The route is very simple. Keep the sea on your left and follow the north coast cliff paths. There will be volunteers within the walking group to help guide the way.

Can I walk with friends?

Absolutely! Walking as a team is encouraged. Just make sure each person signs up!

Testimonials

“Race the sun is an excellent personal challenge, not only do you have to overcome the physical challenge of walking …km the mental challenge of pushing through the toughest terrain on island whilst in the dead of night with only a head torch to light your way is a fortifying moment.

Having completed Race the sun twice it gives a large amount of time to really consider how expansive the galaxy is. As a partaker it takes just under 8 hours to cross the …km whereas our planet spins at a rate 1,600 km/hr to give us a sunrise every morning. I find this thought grounding and it makes every sunset and sunrise just that little bit more special.

I can’t wait for this year’s race the sun, as I fell short of the full distance last year and have been ready to prove to myself that I can complete this cosmic quest and this year make some money for such a fantastic charity as Headway.

I hope to see you on the trail this year”

Harry Hindhaugh