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Help Team England Reach the Four Nations Backyard Ultra Championship
On 20th June, Team England will compete at the Four Nations Backyard Ultra Championship in Northern Ireland against the strongest athletes from Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
Backyard Ultra is one of the toughest endurance events in the world. Athletes must complete a 4.167-mile lap every hour, on the hour, until only one runner remains. Several members of our squad have already run for over 54 consecutive hours, covering more than 225 miles, and are aiming to go even further while representing England.
Unlike many national sports teams, our athletes receive no funding and must cover all costs themselves. Several members of the squad are based in the South West which makes travelling to Northern Ireland an incredibly long and expensive journey, and some are on low incomes. Despite earning the right to represent their country, the cost of attending is a significant challenge.
We are raising funds to cover:
Ferry crossing for the team van – £759
Van hire – £650
Fuel – approximately £300
Team entry fees – £500
Accommodation before the event – £250
Travel costs for those flying - £500
Total target: £2,959
Every donation, no matter the size, will help ensure England's strongest athletes can compete and represent their country on the national stage.
How You Can Support Us
Sponsor a Lap – £10+
Backyard Ultra is built on laps — each one 4.167 miles of endurance, grit, and determination.
By sponsoring a lap, you are directly supporting Team England’s journey to the championship. We will dedicate laps to our supporters, and on the lap you sponsor, we will give you a special shout-out so you can be part of that moment in real time as the race unfolds.
We will also share updates throughout the event so you can follow the journey as it happens.
Official Team Supporter – £50+
For businesses or larger donations, you will be recognised as an Official Supporter of Team England at the Four Nations Backyard Ultra Championship.
As a thank you, we will:
Feature your name or business on our official “Team England Supporters” post across social media
Include you in a post-event thank you and results summary
Provide a personalised message of thanks from the team after the event
You will be directly helping athletes represent their country on the national stage.
Thank you for your support and for helping Team England get to the start line.
Rebecca
England Captain – Four Nations Backyard Ultra Team
Funding method
Keep what you raise – this project will receive all pledges made by 13th July 2026 at 3:49pm