World Cancer Research Fund

World Cancer Research Fund

Examining how diet, weight and physical activity can affect your risk of developing and surviving cancer; helping people to live longer, happier and healthier lives – free from the devastating effects of cancer.

WCRF's charity places in events

Secure your place with WCRF and take on one of these events to help prevent cancer and save lives.

Join Team WCRF to help prevent cancer and save lives - and get lots of perks for yourself too including a personalised branded running vest to look and feel the part!
  • Sun 12 Apr 2026
  • £50 + £1,000 fundraising
Paris, France

Schneider Electric Paris Marathon

World Cancer Research Fund

Join Team WCRF to help prevent cancer and save lives - and get lots of perks for yourself too including a personalised branded running vest to look and feel the part!

  • Marathon
  • Carbon neutral
  • Carbon offset
  • Venue accessible
  • Recycling
  • Entertainment
  • Music
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Fancy dress
  • Event village
  • Event expo
  • Urban
  • Free venue entry
  • Sustainability policy
  • Public transport links
  • Age 18 & over
  • Marathons
Dash through 13.1 miles of East London, with vibrant street art, live music, and unbeatable crowd support cheering you on every step of the way. Think handmade banners, high fives, and fun!
  • Sun 17 May 2026
  • £30 + £350 fundraising
London, UK

Hackney Half

World Cancer Research Fund

Dash through 13.1 miles of East London, with vibrant street art, live music, and unbeatable crowd support cheering you on every step of the way. Think handmade banners, high fives, and fun!

  • 13.1 miles road running
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • GPS tracking
  • Undulating
  • PB
  • Traffic free
  • Age 17 & over
  • Half marathons
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.