Volunteer registrations for Trek26 Suffolk Coast are now open!

What is Trek26?

Trek26 is a series of treks in stunning locations across England and Wales. Trekkers have the option to trek either 26 or 13 miles. Thousands of people take on the challenge each year to raise money in support of people with dementia.

Why we need you!

Trekking a marathon or half-marathon is no mean feat so we love to give our trekkers as much support as possible on the day. This could be a cup of tea at one of our rest stops, a friendly word of encouragement on the route, or a triumphant cheer across the finish line. We can guarantee that it means the world to our trekkers.

This role will be perfect for you if you are:

• Friendly, welcoming and enjoy being part of a large event.
• Flexible and willing to take on a variety of different tasks as needed.
• A good communicator and are comfortable talking to people from all walks of life.

The route

Both routes start and finish in Thorpeness, a pretty coastal village on the Suffolk Coast. The route follows the coastal path past Sizewell and its imposing power station, with far-reaching views up towards Southwold. Walkers will pass through RSPB Minsmere with its amazing birdlife.

The 13 mile route will then return down South through nature reserves and heathlands teeming with wildlife. The 26 mile route will continue to Dunwich, home to an ancient monastery, and through the serene Dingle Marshes to quaint Walberswick. From there, the route will head back down South through the Westwood Marshes and Dunwich Forest back to Thorpeness. 

Rest Stop Volunteers

As our trekkers make their way around the route, they refresh at our rest stops.

As a rest stop volunteer you will be:

• Cheering trekkers into their rest stop
• Chatting to trekkers and checking on their wellbeing
• Making hot drinks/fill water bottles
• Encourage trekkers to take snacks
• Explaining the next section of the route and offering encouragement

*Most of our rest stops are in rural locations so we ask that rest stop volunteers have a car.

Route Volunteers

Our incredible trekkers will complete a marathon or half-marathon route.

As a route volunteer you will be:

• Cheering trekkers along the route
• Chatting to trekkers and checking on their wellbeing
• Marshalling key sections of the route
• Explaining the next section of the route and offering encouragement 

*Most of our routes are in rural locations so we ask that volunteers have their own transport or are familiar with public transport

Finish Line Volunteers

At the end of a long day, trekkers will triumphantly cross the finish line!

As a finish line volunteer you will be:

• Cheering trekkers across the finish line
• Handing out well-deserved medals and prosecco
• Taking photos of trekkers
• Making hot drinks and filling water bottles
• Supporting with selling merchandise

*Most of our event hubs are in rural locations so we ask that volunteers have their own transport or are familiar with public transport

What you'll receive

Your role on the day is just as important as our trekkers so to ensure you feel valued and supported we'll make sure receive:

• Regular contact with the Trek26 team in the weeks before the event 
• An on the day contact who will greet you and support you
• Travel expenses are reimbursed
• A volunteer t-shirt and medal 
• Snacks and drinks while you volunteer

Contact us

If you have any questions about this event please get in touch with our team on 0300 222 5808 or [email protected].