Macmillan have a wide range of hikes, runs, swims and much more to get involved in - here's the latest news and offers to be aware of!
Experience the renowned atmosphere of the TCS London Marathon, the most popular marathon in the world, with its grand finale on The Mall itself! Charity places available for 2024.
Take part in the world's biggest half marathon and experience the buzz, unrivalled support and cheerful crowds of this historic event. Charity places now available for 2024!
One of the most stunning marathons in the world following a point to point route alongside the world-famous loch, starting in the atmospheric moorlands to a festival finish!
These charity events are organised directly by Macmillan to raise funds for their incredible work.
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Norfolk Coast Mighty Hike - where you'll explore beautiful beaches and picturesque fishing villages to support people living with cancer.
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Eryri Mighty Hike - where you'll explore and take in the views of the breathtaking Eryri National Park to support people living with cancer.
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the London Mighty Hike - where you'll take in the iconic views across the capital to support people living with cancer.
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the South Coast Mighty Hike - where you’ll explore the stunning South Downs Way and take in spectacular coastal views to support people living with cancer.
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Lake District Mighty Hike - where you'll trek through the stunning National Park to support people living with cancer.
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Giant's Causeway Mighty Hike - where you'll take in dramatic views of N Ireland’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site to support people living with cancer.
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Yorkshire Dales Mighty Hike - where you'll explore the magnificent Yorkshire Dales National Park to support people living with cancer.
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Gower Peninsula Mighty Hike - explore the dramatic coastline with incredible views over Rhossili Bay and Worms Head to support people living with cancer.
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Thames Path Mighty Hike - where you'll hike from Windsor Racecourse along the most iconic river in England to support people living with cancer.
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Peak District Mighty Hike - where you'll trek through the UK's oldest National Park to support people living with cancer.
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Cornwall Mighty Hike - where you'll trek Southwest England's stunning coastline and rolling countryside to support people living with cancer.
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Rob Roy Mighty Hike, where you'll explore the Rob Roy Way through the wild and beautiful Trossachs National Park to support people living with cancer.
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Wye Valley Mighty Hike - where you'll take in famous sights such as the historic Chepstow Castle and Tintern Abbey at the borders of England and Wales.
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Jurassic Coast Mighty Hike - where you'll see famous sights of Dorset including Corfe Castle and Old Harry Rocks to support people living with cancer.
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Northumberland Coast Mighty Hike - where you'll take in famous sights such as Alnwick Castle and Bamburgh Castle to support people living with cancer.
Raise vital funds for people living with cancer by running for Macmillan in a 13.1-mile race!
Fast and flat through historic streets on a two-lap course that avoids the city's hills. Voted 3rd best UK running event by the Daily Telegraph.
A single lap of the marathon course which offers a spectacular route including green parks, shoreline and riverside views, starting and finishing at the iconic Southampton Guildhall.
A spirited Central London run with live music, upbeat DJs, street-dancers and inspiring themes on a landmark-packed route with closed roads. Charity places available for 2024.
A major event in the UK's running calendar, the Sheffield Half Marathon is South Yorkshire’s biggest event of its kind and boasts a stunningly scenic route with majestic views of the Peak District.
Pass the iconic landmarks of Birmingham, taking on a half marathon route which navigates the famous landmarks of the city centre.
First staged 35 years ago, the Leeds Half Marathon is Yorkshire’s biggest and probably loudest event of its kind. Features an exhilarating city centre finish in Millenium Square.
One of the capital's favourite running events thanks to its fusion of running, music and culture and part of a weekend-long festival taking over the borough. Charity places now available for 2024.
Just before the Marathon, the Half follows the same fast and flat route from the iconic castle and city sights to the coast for an explosive finish and offers genuine PB potential.
Manchester's original running event famous for its city centre route, buzzing atmosphere, iconic music, entertainment zones, football stadia and great PB potential. Charity places available for 2024.
Take part in the world's biggest half marathon and experience the buzz, unrivalled support and cheerful crowds of this historic event. Charity places now available for 2024!
Voted the UK’s best half marathon three years in a row, this triple gold award-winning event on fully-closed roads enjoys the leafy paths of Lammas Park and roads of West London.
Glasgow’s running highlight of the year! A stunning route past the city’s famous landmarks, along the River Clyde and through some of Glasgow’s greenest spaces. Charity places available for 2023.
Sun... Sea... Running as it should be. Run along both Boscombe and Bournemouth piers on a stunning coastal route! Part of the Run Bournemouth weekend running festival.
Take on a major running challenge to help raise funds and support for Macmillan's vital services.
This 2-lap marathon course offers a spectacular route including green parks, shoreline and riverside views, starting and finishing at the iconic Southampton Guildhall.
One of the UK's most popular marathons, boasting a new and beautiful seaside course with superb local support, making it a truly sensational running experience. Charity places now available for 2024.
Experience the UK’s friendliest and flattest major marathon with huge crowd support on a route with PB potential plus chunky medals and relay options. Charity places now available for 2024.
Welcome to the second year of the Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon based at Headingley Stadium, following a route which heads into Wharfedale. Join the masses running for a worthy cause!
Fast, flat and beautifully scenic with Edinburgh Castle as the backdrop, this marathon route takes you along the coastline and sells out every year so go for it and enter!
Sign up to an ultra marathon with Macmillan to raise funds for their services and receive dedicated training support in return.
An epic challenge, making a full 106km circuit of the Isle of Wight, starting and finishing in Chale, enjoy well stocked rest stops and superb scenery every step of the way.
The full 106km circumnavigation of the Isle of Wight, in daylight hours. Overnight at Cowes for a well-earned rest on this wonderful exploration of the coastal routes around the island.
The first half of the Isle of Wight circuit explore 52km of scenic coastal trails, enjoy spectacular coastal views along the undulating route with plenty of rest stops to keep you well fuelled.
Starting in Cowes, follow a clockwise route along the eastern side of the Isle of Wight, enjoying superb coastal views en route to the finish line at Chale.
A 56km challenge, taking in around 750m of ascent, initially following the path of the River Thames, before exploring the North Downs en route to the finish at Turners Hill
Walk, jog or run the journey from Capital to Coast, over the North and South Downs. A fully supported challenge leaving Richmond-upon-Thames for the finish line at Brighton Racecourse.
The second half distance option of the London to Brighton Challenge starts from Turners Hill, crossing the South Downs National Park before arriving at Brighton.
Walk, jog or run the full 100km London to Brighton route, over two daytime sessions, with an overnight stop at the Basecamp at Turners Hill.
Take on the first half of the full 100km challenge, starting from Basecamp in Kendal to the far side of the beautiful Lake Windermere.
Take on the full 100km challenge, starting from Kendal Base Camp, a fully supported ultra. making a glorious loop of the spectacular south Lakes.
Take on the full 100km challenge during the hours of daylight, split over the two days. Enjoy the whole incredible route, whilst also getting a well-deserved overnight sleep.
Take on the second half of the 100km route, opting to start on Saturday evening or Sunday morning, starting at Windermere, exploring the Southern Lakes en route to the finish at Kendal.
A coastal trail ultra through the ancient village of Bosham towards Chichester Harbour with panoramic views of this AONB, to finish at the fantastic basecamp with food and bars.
Take on the full 100K Race to the King ultramarathon in one go. Fully supported through day and night on a route combining castles and coastal scenery.
The second half option of the Thames Path Challenge from Runnymede along the meandering river through Cookham to Henley-on-Thames, home of the regatta, to a celebration finish and family BBQ.
Take on a 100km challenge, making a fully supported loop from Cirencester, exploring the picturesque, undulating terrain of the Cotswolds on a spectacular challenge.
Walk, jog or run the full 100km challenge, split over two days, with a well deserved nights sleep at the half way basecamp, to recharge your batteries overnight.
The half-distance option of the Peak District Challenge, making a loop from Bakewell Basecamp exploring 50km of picturesque Derbyshire scenery.
Take on a 100km challenge, starting and finishing at the Bakewell Showground on a fully supported exploration of the beautiful Peak District National Park.
Undertake the full 100km challenge, split over two days, to allow a good nights rest and appreciate the glorious scenery during the daytime.
The half distance option of the Peak District Challenge, making a loop from Bakewell Basecamp exploring 50km of picturesque Derbyshire scenery.
Take on the first half of the UK's favourite ultramarathon and wander through woodland before coming down into the renowned ‘field of dreams’, to finish at the fantastic basecamp with food and bars.
Take on the full 100K Race to the Stones ultramarathon in one go. Fully supported through day and night on an incredibly scenic and historic route.
Take on the full 100K Race to the Stones ultramarathon with an overnight stop at the all-inclusive Basecamp, meaning a good nights' sleep in between the 50K stints.
Starting from Basecamp, race 50K to complete the second day of Race to the Stones through the North Wessex Downs to the finish line at the incredible Avebury Stone Circle.
The full, non-stop option of the Thames Path Challenge from leafy South West London following the river to Hampton Court, Runnymede to finish at Henley-on-Thames for a celebratory finish and BBQ.
The full distance option of the Thames Path Challenge over 2 days with 50km on day 1 and 50km on day 2, meaning you experience the route in daylight with the chance to sleep overnight.
The first half option of the Thames Path Challenge from leafy South West London on the River Thames along the river to Hampton Court to finish at Runnymede for a big celebration finish and hot meal.
The second half option of the Thames Path Challenge from Runnymede along the meandering river through Cookham to Henley-on-Thames, home of the regatta, to a celebration finish and family BBQ.
Sign up to a major or local 10K run to support people living with cancer.
The 10K race challenge is perfect for a PB with green parks, inspiring views of city landmarks and a waterside location to drive you forward, beginning and ending at the iconic Guildhall.
This event kicks off the Edinburgh Marathon Festival weekend in style, in the stunning surroundings of Holyrood Park on a route with striking panoramic views of the city and Edinburgh Castle.
Manchester's greatest 10K famous for its city centre route, buzzing atmosphere, iconic music, entertainment zones, football grounds and great PB potential. Charity places available for 2024.
An inclusive city centre run past some of Glasgow's most recognisable landmarks, setting the stage for the men of Scotland and beyond to make positive change to their own lives or to someone else's.
This is where it all began. The Leeds 10K was Jane Tomlinson’s vision. Throughout the route that takes in many of the city’s historic landmarks, crowds come out in force with a fantastic atmosphere!
Glasgow’s running highlight of the year! A stunning route past the city’s famous landmarks, along the River Clyde and through some of Glasgow’s greenest spaces. Charity places available for 2023.
A fantastic flat and fast event, part of the Run Bournemouth festival weekend, great for setting a quick time and to admire the stunning coastline.
Enter a 3.1-mile race on behalf of Macmillan to spur on your training!
Ready... Steady... GLOW! Expect to be swept away on a distinctly magical 5K experience as dusk falls on the home of two 30-metre high horses.
If you've ticked off a few 5Ks and you're ready to step it up - this one's for you. Set against the backdrop of Scotland's capital, this run blends scenery with the thrill of a stadium finish!
A new 5K race challenge from the city centre, through Queen's Park for some entertainment towards St Mary's Stadium and Solent University before reaching the applause at the finish line!
The 5K is one of the first events of the exciting running festival weekend and offers a picturesque route around Holyrood Park with stunning panoramic views of the city and Edinburgh Castle.
Glowsticks at the ready for a twinkly coastal run at dusk along the iconic Bournemouth Pier ideal for families, beginners, everyone and part of the exciting Run Bournemouth weekend festival!
Macmillan Cancer Support is one of the UK's leading cancer support charities, helping countless people across the UK whose lives have been affected by cancer. Through unique events and charity places in mass participation races, you can help to raise funds and support for their vital work.
Douglas Macmillan founded the charity in 1911 after witnessing his father suffer and eventually die of cancer. While the organisation - originally known as the Society for the Prevention and Relief of Cancer - initially focused on addressing the causes of cancer, it steadily changed course to prioritise helping people living with cancer.
In the early days, this involved helping to address the financial cost of cancer by providing families with nursing care, help with medical fees, clothing and general support. With the creation of the NHS in 1948, Macmillan began to work closely with the health service to fund the training of new nurses and doctors, as well as specific cancer care units in hospitals.
Towards the turn of the millennium, the charity expanded to provide dedicated practical and emotional support to everybody affected by cancer, including its iconic World's Biggest Coffee Morning and the Macmillan Support Line. Throughout the past decade, Macmillan have been instrumental in creating campaigns and lobbying governments to ensure that cancer support and research remains a firm priority across the UK.
In 2021, Macmillan's services reached 2.4 million people affected by cancer, helping them through one of the most difficult challenges anyone can face. They help people by:
Macmillan is 98% funded by voluntary donations, which means that all of the support listed above depends on the charity and good will of people across the UK. There are a huge range of opportunities to raise funds for Macmillan, including their coffee mornings and a wide variety of active outdoor events.
You can sign up to one of Macmillan's unique events, like their Mighty Hikes - these one-day walks take place in spectacular locations across the UK and take hikers on either a marathon or half marathon walk through the great outdoors. Your entry fee goes directly to Macmillan and walkers can generate additional fundraising, too.
You can also raise money for Macmillan by signing up to a major event through one of their charity places, including runs like the TCS London Marathon and Yorkshire Marathon, swims like Swim Serpentine and bike rides like London to Brighton. Signing up with Macmillan guarantees your place on the start line and ensures that you receive dedicated support for your training and fundraising at the same time.
