Volunteer registrations are now open for Trek26 Northumberland Coast 2025!

What is Trek26?

Trek26 is a series of treks in stunning locations across England and Wales. Trekkers have the option to trek either26 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

Starting in the coastal town of Alnmouth, both the 13 and 26 mile route will head inland following the River Aln. You will then head East, with panoramic views over the coastline, before turning South and picking up the England Coastal Path through idyllic small fishing villages. Enjoy a final stretch of sand as the route meanders along Alnmouth Beach before heading into the finish.

The 26 mile route will continue inland towards Warkworth, with views over the Castle and along the River Coquet. For your final stretch you will return along the England Coastal Path and take in the stunning views towards Alnmouth as you make your way into the finish.

**Please note the route and rest stops above are subject to change.

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
• 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].