The BBC programme follows Radio 2 DJ Sara Cox as she pushes herself to the limit to complete her Great Northern Marathon Challenge, raising funds for BBC Children in Need.
Sara takes on a five-day, grueling journey carrying Pudsey bear on her back, trekking 135 miles through the wild beauty of Northumberland National Park. She climbs into the Pennines and travels across Yorkshire to deliver her special package to Pudsey’s home in Leeds.
Whether running, walking, or crawling, Sara faces rural terrain, changing weather, and unexpected challenges. Along the way, she receives support that helps her dig deep to reach the finish line for this important cause.
Sara has accepted the most physically demanding challenge of her life to raise money for the vital projects that BBC Children in Need funds across the UK.
Author’s summary: Sara Cox undertakes a tough 135-mile marathon carrying Pudsey bear, documented by the BBC to raise crucial funds for Children in Need projects across the UK.