Miles that matter 2026
Take on 42 miles throughout July. That’s 1.4 miles a day, for the 1 in 4 pregnancies that end in loss.
Raise £10 and claim your free Miscarriage UK t-shirt and fundraising pack.
Make this summer count
Whether you’re walking along the beach on holiday, exploring new places, getting outdoors with family, or challenging yourself to something bigger, every mile helps raise awareness of pregnancy loss and fund support, information and advocacy for those who need us.
Walk, run, swim, cycle or move in a way that works for you. Complete 1.4 miles a day, spread your miles across weekends, or take on a few bigger adventures.
However you do it, every mile matters.
How it works:
1. Sign up and pledge your 42 miles
Complete 42 miles throughout July, your way.
2. Set up your JustGiving page
Create your fundraising page and click Start Fundraising.
3. Claim your fundraising pack
Raise £10 and you’ll be able to claim your free Miscarriage UK t-shirt and fundraising pack.
4. Share your challenge
Ask friends, family and colleagues to sponsor your miles and cheer you on.
5. Get moving from 1 July
Track your progress, share updates and celebrate every milestone.
6. Join the conversation
Tag @MiscarriageUK and use #MilesThatMatter on social media.
Joining after 1 July? No problem. You can start whenever you’re ready and complete your miles at your own pace.
Take part your way
Miles That Matter is about going the extra mile, whatever that looks like for you.
If 42 miles isn’t the right challenge for you, there are plenty of other ways to get involved while supporting Miscarriage UK.
- Bake and sell 42 cupcakes
- Host a themed quiz night with 42 questions
- Stream 42 hours of gaming throughout July
- Create your own 42-themed challenge
Why your miles matter
Every fundraiser helps us be there for people affected by miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy and molar pregnancy.
Your support helps fund our support services, trusted information and campaigning work, while raising awareness of an experience that is still too often misunderstood.
Together, we can make sure no one faces pregnancy loss alone.
Because every loss matters.