Walk 1.2k and make change for the 1.2%

1.2 Challenge

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Make a difference, pledge 1.2 for 30 days!

Support Team OCD-UK by walking an extra 1.2 miles daily for 30 days to support the 1.2% of the UK affected by OCD. This challenge is ideal for all walking levels and aims to raise awareness and funds for our essential charity support resources. Participants are encouraged to raise a minimum of £75.

We've designed our walking challenge so that it's easy to take part in, achievable and most importantly, fun to do!

  • Pledge to walk an extra 1.2 miles every day for 30 consecutive days (of your choosing).
  • Fundraise a minimum of £75 for OCD-UK.
  • Help others understand what OCD really means.
  • Enjoy it and have fun!

It really is that simple!

Every contribution counts—let's make 2026 a year of hope for the OCD community. Sign up today to claim your FREE T-shirt or Beanie Hat to take the first step towards positive change!   The more you fundraise, the more rewards for yourself you will unlock.

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What Date?

Our challenge is designed to be flexible so you can start your 1.2 Challenge any day, and then it's for 30 consecutive days.

What Distance?

We recommend a minimum of 1.2 miles each of the 30 days, the 1.2 being additional miles beyond what you might normally walk.

Where?

The flexibility of this challenge means you can take part from anywhere, a local park, your back garden or even on a treadmill.

How Much?

It's completely FREE OF CHARGE to register, all we ask is that you aim to fundraise a minimum of £75, and we will do all we can to help you acheive this.
Click here to read more Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).
Claim your Fundraising Rewards
As you take on this 1.2 challenge for OCD-UK, you'll unlock fundraising rewards as a thank you, and a chance to receive your very own medal for your efforts!
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T-Shirt or Beanie

Join the challenge to claim your FREE technical and breathable t-shirt or Beanie Hat along with your fundraising pack.
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Tote Bag & 1.2 Medal

Fundraise £75 to claim your special 1.2 challenge medal to celebrate your efforts along with your FREE OCD-UK tote bag.
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OCD-UK Water Bottle

Fundraise £115 to claim your FREE stainless steel OCD-UK water bottle, along with the tote bag and medal.
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Hoodie or Jacket

Fundraise £200 to claim your FREE OCD-UK hoodie or softshell jacket alongside your medal, tote bag and water bottle.
* Please note the supplied rewards may differ in design, subject to stock available at the time of supply. A rewards claim form will be emailed at the end of your 30 day challenge.

1.2%

An estimated 1 in 100 people live with OCD in the UK alone, which is at least 837,000 people.

1.2 miles

A daily walk that sparks massive change, and is a quarter of your recommended 10,000 daily steps.

30 days

Over the course of 30 days, raise vital funds for OCD-UK, so we can continue supporting those who need it most.

Will your pet pooch be joining you?
If so then we have you covered with our OCD-UK Dog Bandana, all you need to do is after you register, email us at fundraising@ocduk.org to request we send you the dog bandana with your 1.2 Challenge fundraising pack.  We will send you this without cost, all we ask is that you make your minimum fundraising target £80 (instead of £75), this helps us cover the cost of the bandana and any additional postage.
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Sign up Today!

This is a chance to walk your way towards a healthier body and mind whilst raising awareness and much needed funds for OCD-UK. What's not to love? So sign up, set up your fundraising page and start counting those steps!
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Mental Well-Being
Walking is an exercise most of us can do with relative ease, and importantly can help boost our mental well-being.
Benefits of Walking
Adapt the 1.2 Challenge to your lifestyle
The 1.2 Challenge is designed to be achievable and flexible so it can adapt to suit individual fitness levels and lifestyles.
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Help and advice on taking part
Do you have questions? No problem we've got all the guidance you need to take on your 1.2 Challenge with confidence.
Frequently Asked Questions
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