Behçet’s to the Beach FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

We hope to have answered any questions you may have about taking part and fundraising but if your question has not been answered, please email us at info@behcetsuk.org or call us on 0345 130 7328.

Who can take part?
Are there any terms and conditions for taking part?
What is a virtual challenge / route?
When does the challenge run from and to?
How do I register?
When is the latest I can register to take part?
What are the challenge goals / routes?
How will Behçet’s UK support me?
How can I complete my miles?
How do I track my miles?
Why have these beaches been chosen as the best in the UK?
Can I change my challenge after I have registered?
What happens if I’m not able to complete my challenge?
How can I cancel my place?
Can children take part?
I’m in a wheelchair, can I still get involved?
I live outside of the UK, am I still able to take part?
Do I get a medal?
Will I get a t-shirt or vest?
What size t-shirt or vest do I need?
How can I connect with other Behçet’s to the Beach challengers?
Can I take part as a team?
How do I raise money?
Should I set up an online fundraising page?
Can I fundraise offline?
How much money am I expected to raise?
When will I have to have finished my fundraising?
Coronavirus: how do I stay safe during the challenge?

Who can take part?

We encourage anyone of any age who is medically fit to take part. There is an achievable goal for most levels of fitness and mobility from starting out, walking, or pushing yourself in your wheelchair to the really active cyclist. 

But please put your health first – if you haven’t been active for a very long time, are experiencing a long term health condition, including Behçet’s, or have been advised in the past to be careful when exercising talk to a health professional before you get started to make sure it is safe to do so.

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Are there any terms and conditions for taking part?

Yes, you can view them here: Behçet’s to the Beach Terms and Conditions.

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What is a virtual challenge / route?

A virtual challenge or virtual route is run remotely from the locations of the participants’ choice. You can complete the challenge distance to meet your own timetable and schedule.

You can complete the route at home using gym equipment or in the garden or in your local neighbourhood, at any time within the challenge dates.

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When does the challenge run from and to?

The challenge starts from 1 March 2021 and ends on 30 September 2021.

We invite anyone to join the Behçet’s to the Beach team up to an including 15 August 2021. 

If you are joining the challenge later in the summer, please choose a goal you can complete safely by the end of September.

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How do I register?

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When is the latest I can register to take part?

Registration closes on 15 August 2021. 

If you are joining the challenge later in the summer, please choose a goal you can complete safely by the end of September.

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What are the challenge goals / routes?

There is a challenge to suit all fitness levels and activities, from less than a mile a week to over 35 miles a week, so pick your journey from the virtual start line at Behçet’s UK registered office in London to:

Virtual routes planned via Google Maps; mileage correct as of 28/01/2021.

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How will Behçet’s UK support me?

Whether you are a seasoned challenger or just starting to get active we will try to support you every step of the way.

Join our private Facebook group for support and morale from Behçet’s UK ambassadors and fellow Behçet’s to the Beach challengers.

We’ll send you regular emails and you can contact us if you need any questions answered.

If you commit to raising at least £200* we’ll send you a Behçet’s to the Beach t-shirt or vest to wear while you complete your miles.

If you raise over £50* you will receive one of our fabulous Behçet’s to the Beach medals to say thank you after the event.

Everyone who logs their miles and raises money for Behçet’s UK will receive an official Behçet’s to the Beach certificate to acknowledge and thank them for their achievement.

*Excluding GiftAid

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How can I complete my miles?

You can complete your miles any way you want as long as it’s under your “own steam” such as running, walking, pushing, rowing, swimming, cycling, skating, or scooting.  You can also combine more than one activity to clock up your miles.

If you are completing your miles from home you could run laps around the garden or use a rowing machine. If you are heading out into your local neighbourhood (or further afield if guidelines allow later in the year) you could use a bike, adaptive bike, roller skates, or even a canoe.

Please make sure that any equipment is in a safe condition: in good working order, including brakes, and is roadworthy – if applicable.  Always wear the recommended safety equipment and we advise that everyone on wheels wears a helmet for their own safety.

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How do I track my miles?

Apps like Strava are a useful tool for tracking your miles and you can link your Strava account to your JustGiving fundraising page. Connecting Strava to your JustGiving Fundraising Page

You can also opt to manually update your miles on your JustGiving fundraising page. Upload photos from non-supported apps or plan routes using free online route planners or following a route you know well and record your miles on our print-at-home log.

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Why have these beaches been chosen as the best in the UK?

We know that many people may have a favourite beach in the UK but to make it fair we chose the best beach for each UK nation, as voted for by visitors to www.thebeachguide.co.uk as of 28/01/2021. Ruislip Lido beach was chosen as one of the natural beaches in Greater London.

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Can I change my challenge after I have registered?

Yes, you can, just let us know by emailing us at info@behcetsuk.org.

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What happens if I’m not able to complete my challenge?

If it’s looking like you’re not going to be able to complete your challenge, please don’t worry, get in touch with us by email at info@behcetsuk.org.

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How can I cancel my place?

Please contact us by email at info@behcetsuk.org as soon as possible if you are unable to take part in the event.  Any money raised must be forwarded to Behçet’s UK in accordance with the terms and conditions.

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Can children take part?

Yes, definitely, although anyone under 16 will need a parent or guardian to register for them. We will only communicate via the parent or guardian regarding the event.

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I’m in a wheelchair, can I still get involved?

Yes, of course. Any miles earned pushing yourself in your wheelchair or travelled using adaptive equipment will count towards your challenge goal.

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I live outside of the UK, am I still able to take part?

The event is open to everyone, everywhere but as it is more expensive to post your medal and/or t-shirt overseas we have to charge £5-£10 to cover postage costs.  We will let you know how to pay this after you have registered.

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Do I get a medal?

Yes. Anyone who raises over £50* will receive an official Behçet’s to the Beach medal as a special thank for taking part. These will be with you a few weeks after the challenge has ended.

*Excluding GiftAid

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Will I get a t-shirt or vest?

Anyone who commits to raise over £200* will receive an official Behçet’s to the Beach sports t-shirt or vest.  This will be despatched once you have raised your first £50.  We will email you when it is on the way.

*Excluding GiftAid

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What size t-shirt or vest do I need?

Adult tops are AWD Dri-fit technical t-shirts and vests and come in the following sizes:

Children’s t-shirts are Fruit of the Loom and made of cotton.

Children’s T-Shirt
3-4 years
5-6 years
7-8 years
9-11 years
12-13 years

If your size isn’t listed please get in touch with us by email at info@behcetsuk.org and we will contact our supplier to see what other sizes are available.

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How can I connect with other Behçet’s to the Beach challengers?

You can join the Behçet’s to the Beach Team Facebook group, which is for people taking part. The group is open now and a great place to connect with your fellow challengers.

Share your photos and stories on social media and use the hashtag #Behcetstothebeach to connect with others who are doing the challenge and don’t forget to tag us in @behcetsuk.

Facebook: @behcetsuk
Twitter: @behcetsuk
Instagram: @behcetsuk

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Can I take part as a team?

If you would like to take on one of the challenges but can’t do it alone you are welcome to take part with friends and family, but please only do this within the latest government guidelines on coronavirus restrictions and social distancing or consider forming a virtual team.

Each person in your team should register separately to ensure you all get materials such as tops, medal and certificates.

If you have already formed a team when signing up, please ensure all team members enter your team name on their registration form.

If you decide to form a team (and possibly change your goal) after you have registered, please contact us at info@behcetsuk.org.

Please note that individual fundraising targets and commitments still apply so for example a team of four people would need to commit to raising £800 to receive a t-shirt/vest each and £200 to receive a medal each.

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How do I raise money?

One of the easiest ways to fundraise is online through JustGiving.  We will send you instructions to set up an event JustGiving page in your welcome email but if you want to set your page up straight away you can use the following link
Create your JustGiving Behçet’s to the Beach fundraising page

Share how you are getting on! One of the best ways to get more donations to share your progress on social media and ask your friends, family and followers to sponsor you as you take on the Behçet’s to the Beach challenge and don’t forget to include the link to your fundraising page. We would love also love to hear from you about your progress, so please tag us in @behcetsuk

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Should I set up an online fundraising page?

Yes, online fundraising is the easiest way to fundraise, and we recommend using JustGiving where we have an event page.

We will send you instructions to set up an event JustGiving page in your welcome email but if you want to set your page up straight away you can use the following link:
Create your JustGiving Behçet’s to the Beach fundraising page

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Can I fundraise offline?

Due to Coronavirus and national lockdown rules, we recommend that you only fundraise through the online giving page, JustGiving.

If you do receive offline donations, please get in touch with us at info@behcetsuk.org and we will confirm how to pay these in.

If Coronavirus rules and guidelines change we can provide paper sponsorship forms.

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How much money am I expected to raise?

We are extremely grateful for however much you can raise for Behçet’s UK, but we have set some goals and rewards to inspire you to hit your fundraising potential and help even more people with Behçet’s.

If you commit to raising at least £200* we’ll send you a Behçet’s to the Beach t-shirt or vest to wear while you complete your miles.

If you raise over £50* you will receive one of our fabulous Behçet’s to the Beach medals to say thank you after the event.

Everyone who logs their miles and raises money for Behçet’s UK will receive an official Behçet’s to the Beach certificate.

*Excluding GiftAid

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When will I have to have finished my fundraising?

To receive an official Behçet’s to the Beach certificate with your correct fundraising total on, we ask for all donations to be in by 28 October 2021. 

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Coronavirus: how do I stay safe during the challenge?

It is important that you stay up to date and follow the government guidance appropriate to your nation when undergoing your challenge

Restrictions and advice are likely to change over the duration of the challenge so in order to ensure you are remaining safe for yourself and other people we advise that you keep up-to-date with announcements and apply any new requirements and limitations to your fundraising.

Please consider carefully whether you wish to take on the challenge if you may be in vulnerable circumstances or be at higher risk from Coronavirus. Your safety is of the most importance.

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I have another question

If your question has not been answered, please email us at info@behcetsuk.org or call us on 0345 130 7328.