The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity

The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity

Funding life-saving research, enabling world-leading treatment and care, investing in state-of-the-art equipment, and creating supportive, dignified patient environments.

The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity's places in events

Secure your place with Royal Marsden and take on one of these events to help improve the lives of people affected by cancer.

An early-season opener and chance to get back in the swing as spring approaches. Speed, timing, motivation, performance: this race will set the pace for your athletic challenges in the year to come.
  • Sun 8 Mar 2026
  • £15 + £350 fundraising
  • Entries close soon
Paris, France

HOKA Paris Half Marathon

The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity

An early-season opener and chance to get back in the swing as spring approaches. Speed, timing, motivation, performance: this race will set the pace for your athletic challenges in the year to come.

  • Entries close soon
  • Half marathon
Experience an unforgettable half marathon through the regal grounds of Hampton Court Palace.
  • Sun 15 Mar 2026
  • £20 + £350 fundraising
East Molesey, UK

Hampton Court Palace Half Marathon

The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity

Experience an unforgettable half marathon through the regal grounds of Hampton Court Palace.

  • Half marathon
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
  • £20 + £350 fundraising
London, UK

Hackney Half

The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity

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
One of the UK’s longest established and most highly regarded half marathons, starting and finishing in this historic Roman/Medieval city. Come and celebrate over 40 years of running in Chester!
  • Sun 17 May 2026
  • £15 + £350 fundraising
Chester, Cheshire, UK

Essar Chester Half Marathon

The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity

One of the UK’s longest established and most highly regarded half marathons, starting and finishing in this historic Roman/Medieval city. Come and celebrate over 40 years of running in Chester!

  • 13.1 miles road running + 355 ft ascent
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 2026
  • £10 + £200 fundraising
London, UK

Saucony London 10K

The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity

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
Britain's best-known one-day cycle route! Wake up in London, get on your bike and end up on Brighton's pebbly beach plus conquer the mile-long climb of Ditchling Beacon on route.
  • Sun 13 Sep 2026
  • £55 + £150 fundraising
London, UK

London to Brighton Cycle Ride

The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity

Britain's best-known one-day cycle route! Wake up in London, get on your bike and end up on Brighton's pebbly beach plus conquer the mile-long climb of Ditchling Beacon on route.

  • Charity bike ride
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 2026
  • £15 + £350 fundraising
Oxford, Oxfordshire, UK

Oxford Half Marathon

The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity

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
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.