HEART UK - The Cholesterol Charity

HEART UK - The Cholesterol Charity

The only charity in the UK supporting people with high cholesterol.

Active fundraising events for HEART UK

Lace up for healthier hearts — every stride helps fight high cholesterol and save lives across the UK.

Lace up for the Leeds Marathon and run for healthier hearts — every stride helps fight high cholesterol and save lives across the UK.
  • Sun 10 May
  • £68 + £400 fundraising
Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK

Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon

HEART UK

Lace up for the Leeds Marathon and run for healthier hearts — every stride helps fight high cholesterol and save lives across the UK.

  • 26.2 miles road running
Run the Chester Half for Heart UK and make every step count — helping fight high cholesterol and protect hearts across the UK.
  • Sun 17 May
  • £15 + £350 fundraising
Chester, Cheshire, UK

Essar Chester Half Marathon

HEART UK

Run the Chester Half for Heart UK and make every step count — helping fight high cholesterol and protect hearts across the UK.

  • 13.1 miles road running + 355 ft ascent
Run in London and make every mile matter — help fight high cholesterol and protect hearts across the UK with every step you take.
  • Sun 12 Jul
  • £78 + £250 fundraising
London, UK

Saucony London 10K

HEART UK

Run in London and make every mile matter — help fight high cholesterol and protect hearts across the UK with every step you take.

  • 10K run
Run through the vibrant streets of Cardiff and make every step count — helping fight high cholesterol and protect hearts across the UK.
  • Sun 4 Oct
  • £60 + £250 fundraising
Cardiff, South Glamorgan, UK

Oysho Cardiff Half

HEART UK

Run through the vibrant streets of Cardiff and make every step count — helping fight high cholesterol and protect hearts across the UK.

  • Half marathon
Run through four of London’s most beautiful Royal Parks, past iconic landmarks and tree-lined avenues, on a stunning autumn route that combines city energy with natural splendour.
  • Sun 11 Oct
  • £45 + £450 fundraising
  • Ballot closes soon
London, UK

Royal Parks Half Marathon

HEART UK

Run through four of London’s most beautiful Royal Parks, past iconic landmarks and tree-lined avenues, on a stunning autumn route that combines city energy with natural splendour.

  • Ballot closes soon
  • Half marathon
Run by the sea and make every sunny step count — helping fight high cholesterol and protect hearts across the UK.
  • Sun 11 Oct
  • £75 + £500 fundraising
Bournemouth, Dorset, UK

Bournemouth Half Marathon

HEART UK

Run by the sea and make every sunny step count — helping fight high cholesterol and protect hearts across the UK.

  • 13.1 miles road running + 101 m 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.