Blesma, The Limbless Veterans

Blesma, The Limbless Veterans

The only national charity supporting limbless veterans for life.

Founded in the aftermath of the First World War, Blesma is the UK's only national Armed Forces charity dedicated exclusively to supporting veterans who have lost limbs, lost the use of limbs, or lost sight during or as a result of their service, and it supports them for the rest of their lives.

Blesma provides practical grants, specialist prosthetics support, welfare advice and a rich programme of rehabilitation activities that help limbless veterans rebuild their independence, confidence and quality of life. Last year, it helped over 3,000 veterans across the UK, as well as hundreds of widows and families. Every pound raised helps a veteran live a full and fulfilling life after service.

Registered charity no. 1084189 (England), SC010315 (Scotland)

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#TeamBlesma obstacle races

Get muddy for #TeamBlesma. Obstacle races attract strong team sign-ups — more teammates means more fundraisers and more money raised.

Based amongst the jaw-dropping scenery on the Broughton Hall Estate, do not expect to exit this course clean, especially after the obstacle Mud Mile! Expect killer hills, epic views and muddy terrain.
  • Sat 25 Jul
  • £30 + £305 fundraising
Skipton, North Yorkshire

Tough Mudder Yorkshire | 15K - Saturday

Blesma, The Limbless Veterans

Based amongst the jaw-dropping scenery on the Broughton Hall Estate, do not expect to exit this course clean, especially after the obstacle Mud Mile! Expect killer hills, epic views and muddy terrain.

  • 15 km multi terrain running
Based amongst the jaw-dropping scenery on the Broughton Hall Estate, do not expect to exit this course clean, especially after the obstacle Mud Mile! Expect killer hills, epic views and muddy terrain.
  • Sat 25 Jul
  • £30 + £305 fundraising
Skipton, North Yorkshire

Tough Mudder Yorkshire | 5K - Saturday

Blesma, The Limbless Veterans

Based amongst the jaw-dropping scenery on the Broughton Hall Estate, do not expect to exit this course clean, especially after the obstacle Mud Mile! Expect killer hills, epic views and muddy terrain.

  • 5 km multi terrain running
Based amongst the jaw-dropping scenery on the Broughton Hall Estate, do not expect to exit this course clean, especially after the obstacle Mud Mile! Expect killer hills, epic views and muddy terrain.
  • Sun 26 Jul
  • £30 + £305 fundraising
Skipton, North Yorkshire

Tough Mudder Yorkshire | 15K - Sunday

Blesma, The Limbless Veterans

Based amongst the jaw-dropping scenery on the Broughton Hall Estate, do not expect to exit this course clean, especially after the obstacle Mud Mile! Expect killer hills, epic views and muddy terrain.

  • 15 km multi terrain running
Based amongst the jaw-dropping scenery on the Broughton Hall Estate, do not expect to exit this course clean, especially after the obstacle Mud Mile! Expect killer hills, epic views and muddy terrain.
  • Sun 26 Jul
  • £30 + £305 fundraising
Skipton, North Yorkshire

Tough Mudder Yorkshire | 5K - Sunday

Blesma, The Limbless Veterans

Based amongst the jaw-dropping scenery on the Broughton Hall Estate, do not expect to exit this course clean, especially after the obstacle Mud Mile! Expect killer hills, epic views and muddy terrain.

  • 5 km multi terrain running
Perfect for those first-time Mudders, this is the flattest course of the series. Nestled in the rugged charm of the English countryside, it's a gruelling challenge to push you to your limits.
  • Sat 15 Aug
  • £30 + £305 fundraising
Badminton, Gloucestershire

Tough Mudder South West | 15K

Blesma, The Limbless Veterans

Perfect for those first-time Mudders, this is the flattest course of the series. Nestled in the rugged charm of the English countryside, it's a gruelling challenge to push you to your limits.

  • 15 km multi terrain running
Perfect for those first-time Mudders, this is the flattest course of the series. Nestled in the rugged charm of the English countryside, it's a gruelling challenge to push you to your limits.
  • Sat 15 Aug
  • £30 + £305 fundraising
Badminton, Gloucestershire

Tough Mudder South West | 5K

Blesma, The Limbless Veterans

Perfect for those first-time Mudders, this is the flattest course of the series. Nestled in the rugged charm of the English countryside, it's a gruelling challenge to push you to your limits.

  • 5 km multi terrain running
London South is the standout event of the series for good reason. 'Showstopper' obstacles, a diverse course, seriously muddy obstacles and a party atmosphere make it the ultimate mud party!
  • Sat 19 Sept
  • £30 + £305 fundraising
Horsham, West Sussex

Tough Mudder London South | 15K - Saturday

Blesma, The Limbless Veterans

London South is the standout event of the series for good reason. 'Showstopper' obstacles, a diverse course, seriously muddy obstacles and a party atmosphere make it the ultimate mud party!

  • 15 km multi terrain running
London South is the standout event of the series for good reason. 'Showstopper' obstacles, a diverse course, seriously muddy obstacles and a party atmosphere make it the ultimate mud party!
  • Sat 19 Sept
  • £30 + £305 fundraising
Horsham, West Sussex

Tough Mudder London South | 5K - Saturday

Blesma, The Limbless Veterans

London South is the standout event of the series for good reason. 'Showstopper' obstacles, a diverse course, seriously muddy obstacles and a party atmosphere make it the ultimate mud party!

  • 5 km multi terrain running
London South is the standout event of the series for good reason. 'Showstopper' obstacles, a diverse course, seriously muddy obstacles and a party atmosphere make it the ultimate mud party!
  • Sun 20 Sept
  • £30 + £305 fundraising
Horsham, West Sussex

Tough Mudder London South | 15K - Sunday

Blesma, The Limbless Veterans

London South is the standout event of the series for good reason. 'Showstopper' obstacles, a diverse course, seriously muddy obstacles and a party atmosphere make it the ultimate mud party!

  • 15 km multi terrain running
London South is the standout event of the series for good reason. 'Showstopper' obstacles, a diverse course, seriously muddy obstacles and a party atmosphere make it the ultimate mud party!
  • Sun 20 Sept
  • £30 + £305 fundraising
Horsham, West Sussex

Tough Mudder London South | 5K - Sunday

Blesma, The Limbless Veterans

London South is the standout event of the series for good reason. 'Showstopper' obstacles, a diverse course, seriously muddy obstacles and a party atmosphere make it the ultimate mud party!

  • 5 km multi terrain running
Tough Mudder is bringing the signature obstacles to the heart of Manchester and there will be more than enough water obstacle-packed action for the whole gang. Are you ready?
  • Sat 10 Oct
  • £30 + £305 fundraising
Knutsford, Cheshire

Tough Mudder Manchester | 15K - Saturday

Blesma, The Limbless Veterans

Tough Mudder is bringing the signature obstacles to the heart of Manchester and there will be more than enough water obstacle-packed action for the whole gang. Are you ready?

  • 15 km multi terrain running
Tough Mudder is bringing the signature obstacles to the heart of Manchester and there will be more than enough water obstacle-packed action for the whole gang. Are you ready?
  • Sat 10 Oct
  • £30 + £305 fundraising
Knutsford, Cheshire

Tough Mudder Manchester | 5K - Saturday

Blesma, The Limbless Veterans

Tough Mudder is bringing the signature obstacles to the heart of Manchester and there will be more than enough water obstacle-packed action for the whole gang. Are you ready?

  • 5 km multi terrain running
Tough Mudder is bringing the signature obstacles to the heart of Manchester and there will be more than enough water obstacle-packed action for the whole gang. Are you ready?
  • Sun 11 Oct
  • £30 + £305 fundraising
Knutsford, Cheshire

Tough Mudder Manchester | 15K - Sunday

Blesma, The Limbless Veterans

Tough Mudder is bringing the signature obstacles to the heart of Manchester and there will be more than enough water obstacle-packed action for the whole gang. Are you ready?

  • 15 km multi terrain running
Tough Mudder is bringing the signature obstacles to the heart of Manchester and there will be more than enough water obstacle-packed action for the whole gang. Are you ready?
  • Sun 11 Oct
  • £30 + £305 fundraising
Knutsford, Cheshire

Tough Mudder Manchester | 5K - Sunday

Blesma, The Limbless Veterans

Tough Mudder is bringing the signature obstacles to the heart of Manchester and there will be more than enough water obstacle-packed action for the whole gang. Are you ready?

  • 5 km multi terrain running

#TeamBlesma 10K runs

Ten kilometres raises serious money and most people can train for it in weeks. Find a race, set your page live and get moving for #TeamBlesma

The most iconic capital city 10K! Live bands, DJs and cheering crowds on a closed road route past Westminster Bridge, The London Eye, Regent Street and Big Ben.
  • Sun 12 Jul
  • Entries closed
London

Saucony London 10K

Blesma, The Limbless Veterans

The most iconic capital city 10K! Live bands, DJs and cheering crowds on a closed road route past Westminster Bridge, The London Eye, Regent Street and Big Ben.

  • 10K run
Run 10K through Manchester's iconic streets with tens of thousands of fellow runners, powered by live music, entertainment zones and the UK's loudest, most passionate crowd.
  • Sun 23 May 2027
  • Entries closed
Manchester, Greater Manchester

Great Manchester Run 10K

Blesma, The Limbless Veterans

Run 10K through Manchester's iconic streets with tens of thousands of fellow runners, powered by live music, entertainment zones and the UK's loudest, most passionate crowd.

  • 10 km road running

#TeamBlesma 10 mile runs

A serious step up — and a serious fundraiser. Ten miles for #TeamBlesma puts real money on your page and gives you a result to be proud of.

Probably the world’s favourite 10 mile running event with inspiring history, salty air and glorious sea views guaranteed! Local supporters will keep your spirits and motivation up the whole way.
  • Sun 18 Oct
  • £20 + £200 fundraising
Southsea, Hampshire

AJ Bell Great South Run

Blesma, The Limbless Veterans

Probably the world’s favourite 10 mile running event with inspiring history, salty air and glorious sea views guaranteed! Local supporters will keep your spirits and motivation up the whole way.

  • 10 miler

#TeamBlesma half marathons

13.1 miles takes commitment, training and a reason to keep going on the hard days. Running for #TeamBlesma gives you exactly that.

Round off your season with a flat, fast half on closed roads, roaring crowd support, and a well-earned chunky medal near Old Trafford.
  • Sun 4 Oct
  • £25 + £350 fundraising
Manchester, Greater Manchester

Manchester Half Marathon

Blesma, The Limbless Veterans

Round off your season with a flat, fast half on closed roads, roaring crowd support, and a well-earned chunky medal near Old Trafford.

  • Half marathon
Runners will enjoy the fast, flat and beautiful route through University Parks and the historic Oxford City Centre whilst celebrating running and movement with entertainment and cheering fans!
  • Sun 11 Oct
  • Entries closed
Oxford, Oxfordshire

Oxford Half Marathon

Blesma, The Limbless Veterans

Runners will enjoy the fast, flat and beautiful route through University Parks and the historic Oxford City Centre whilst celebrating running and movement with entertainment and cheering fans!

  • Half marathon
A spirited Central London run with live music, upbeat DJs, street-dancers and inspiring themes on a landmark-packed route with closed roads.
  • Sun 4 Apr 2027
  • £40 + £400 fundraising
London

London Landmarks Half Marathon

Blesma, The Limbless Veterans

A spirited Central London run with live music, upbeat DJs, street-dancers and inspiring themes on a landmark-packed route with closed roads.

  • Half marathon

#TeamBlesma marathons

The marathon is the fundraising distance. Weeks of training, early mornings and a story worth telling — supporters respond to that commitment with generosity.

Your marathon. Your moment. Back and bigger than ever! With epic crowd support, runners will explore the historic streets and beautiful countryside. Be part of this incredible festival!
  • Sun 18 Oct
  • £20 + £200 fundraising
York, North Yorkshire

Altra Yorkshire Marathon

Blesma, The Limbless Veterans

Your marathon. Your moment. Back and bigger than ever! With epic crowd support, runners will explore the historic streets and beautiful countryside. Be part of this incredible festival!

  • 26.2 miles road running + 481 ft ascent
4 steps to wellbeing
Sleep well

A good night's sleep is an essential foundation for a healthy lifestyle, effective training and weight control.

Train slow

Low-intensity training is easier for you, reduces the risk of injury and helps builds an efficient aerobic system.

Eat natural

Cut out sugar & junk food, reduce carbs, eat natural foods and train your body to burn fat for fuel.

Get outdoors

Fresh air, natural light and reconnecting with nature all help to improve mental and physical wellbeing.