Chiltern Guided Trek Challenge Feb 15 Sunday 2026

Join Watford Rotary Club on a guided charity trek through the stunning Chiltern Hills and help transform lives by providing clean drinking water to rural communities in Pakistan.

Walk for clean water

By walking together, we raise funds that support clean water, better health, and Rotary’s global mission to eradicate polio. What is polio?

Walk to end Polio

This one-day trek is designed to be accessible yet rewarding, making it suitable for anyone with a reasonable level of fitness. Participants will walk scenic countryside routes, guided by an experienced trek leader who will ensure a safe, well-paced, and enjoyable experience throughout the day. You don’t need to be a seasoned walker — just willing to take on a meaningful challenge and support a powerful cause.

The Challenge

• One-day guided trek in the Chiltern Hills

• Moderate difficulty, suitable for most fitness levels

• Professionally led with a guide ratio of 1 guide per 12 participants

• Fully supported walk with planned rest points

Why We’re Walking

Funds raised through the trek will be used to install water filtration plants in rural villages in Pakistan, providing safe, clean drinking water to communities in need. Access to clean water dramatically reduces waterborne diseases and plays a vital role in protecting children’s health and supporting efforts to eradicate polio. What are the top 5 reasons to end Polio?

Your Impact

This contribution can help provide clean water to an entire village, delivering long-term health, educational, and social benefits.

Who Can Take Part?

The trek is open to:

• Rotary members

• Friends and family

• Corporate teams

• Community supporters

Methodology – How to Participate

Participation in the Walk to End Polio Charity Trek has been designed to be flexible and inclusive, allowing individuals to support the initiative in the way that best suits them. There are three ways to take part:

1. Direct Donation via JustGiving

Supporters may choose to contribute directly by donating to the official JustGiving page for the trek. Search for 'Chiltern Hills Trek'

• This option is ideal for those who wish to support the cause but are unable to take part in the walk

• Donations will go towards clean water projects and Rotary’s End Polio Now campaign

• All contributions, regardless of size, make a meaningful impact

2. Join the Walk with a Participation Fee (£50)

Individuals may join the trek by paying a £50 participation fee via

• The fee helps cover event organisation costs, including professional guides and logistics

• No fundraising commitment is required under this option

• Participants are welcome to raise additional donations if they wish

3. Fundraise for the Cause via Your Own JustGiving Page

Participants may choose to create their own JustGiving fundraising page linked to the trek.

• Participants raise funds from friends, family, and colleagues

• All funds raised are donated to The Rotary Club of Watford UK in support of the event Chiltern Hills Trek

• This option maximises the overall impact of the event and is encouraged for those who wish to take on a fundraising challenge

Registration and Confirmation

• All participants must register in advance

• Participation is confirmed once a donation is made, the participation fee is paid, or a fundraising page is set up

• Full event details, safety guidance, and joining instructions will be shared ahead of the trek