Macmillan's events
These charity events are organised directly by Macmillan to raise funds for their incredible work.
- Sat 9 - Sun 10 May 2026
- £20-£25
Mighty Hikes | Norfolk Coast
Starting in Cromer, this scenic coastal hike follows beautiful beaches and picturesque villages along the coast, combining breathtaking views with the chance to support people living with cancer.
- Charity hike 2
- Sat 6 Jun 2026
- £20-£25
Mighty Hikes | Lake District
Follow the spectacular Ullswater Way through the heart of the Lake District, hiking lakeside trails and climbing Gowbarrow Fell to enjoy breathtaking views, all to support people living with cancer.
- Charity hike 2
- Sat 13 Jun 2026
- £20-£25
Mighty Hikes | South Coast
Starting in Brighton, hike the South Downs Way along dramatic cliffs and rolling countryside, passing the Seven Sisters and Beachy Head to support people living with cancer.
- Charity hike 2
- Sat 13 Jun 2026
- £20-£25
Mighty Hikes | Thames Path
Hike from Windsor along the peaceful Thames Path, following England’s most iconic river through beautiful countryside to support Macmillan’s vital work for people living with cancer.
- Charity hike 2
- Sat 20 Jun 2026
- £20-£25
Mighty Hikes | Giant's Causeway
Take on a spectacular coastal challenge along Northern Ireland’s rugged cliffs, with views of the iconic Giant’s Causeway and its world-famous basalt columns, to support people living with cancer.
- Charity hike 2
- Sat 27 Jun 2026
- £20-£25
Mighty Hikes | Yorkshire Dales
Hike through the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, with its rolling green hills, drystone walls, and the iconic Malham Cove, to support people living with cancer.
- Charity hike 2
- Sat 27 Jun 2026
- £20-£25
Mighty Hikes | Gower Peninsula
Explore Gower Peninsula’s rugged coastline, following cliffside paths with breathtaking views of Rhossili Bay and Worm’s Head — a spectacular Welsh hike supporting people living with cancer.
- Charity hike 2
- Sat 4 Jul 2026
- £20-£25
Mighty Hikes | Jurassic Coast
Hike the Jurassic Coast’s dramatic trails, passing Corfe Castle and Old Harry Rocks, and enjoy Dorset’s breathtaking coastal views while supporting people living with cancer.
- Charity hike 2
- Sat 18 Jul 2026
- £20-£25
Mighty Hikes | Peak District
Starting in Bakewell, trek through rolling hills and rugged moorland in the Peak District, exploring England’s oldest National Park while supporting people living with cancer.
- Charity hike 2
- Sat 29 Aug 2026
- £20-£25
Mighty Hikes | Rob Roy
Follow in the footsteps of Rob Roy on this breathtaking hike through the Scottish Highlands, taking in lochs, forests and mountains — to support people living with cancer.
- Charity hike 2
- Sat 5 - Sun 6 Sep 2026
- £20-£25
Mighty Hikes | Northumberland Coast
Explore iconic landmarks, including Alnwick and Bamburgh Castles, as you hike through some of Northumberland’s most spectacular seaside scenery to support people living with cancer.
- Charity hike 2
- Sat 12 Sep 2026
- £20-£25
Mighty Hikes | Cotswolds
Hike through the quintessentially English countryside of the Cotswolds, finishing with a spectacular view of the magnificent Blenheim Palace, to support people living with cancer.
- Charity hike 2
Macmillan's charity places | 5K runs
Get active in a fun and exciting 5K to support people living with cancer - whether you run, walk or jog.
- Fri 13 Mar 2026
- FREE + £80 fundraising
Supernova Run Kelpies 5K | Friday
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.
- 5 km road running + 18 m ascent
- Sat 14 Mar 2026
- FREE + £80 fundraising
Supernova Run Kelpies 5K | Saturday
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.
- 5 km road running + 18 m ascent
- Sat 23 May 2026
- FREE + £80 fundraising
Edinburgh 5K
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.
- 5 km road running + 116 m ascent
Macmillan's charity places | 10K runs
Sign up to a major or local 10K run to support people living with cancer.
- Sun 3 May 2026
- FREE + £150 fundraising
Great Birmingham Run 10K
Take on a thrilling run at the Midlands' biggest and best running event! Thousands of Brummies pound the streets every year, from the heart of the city with an incredible atmosphere all the way.
- 10 km road running
- Sun 17 May 2026
- £7.50 + £150 fundraising
The Bridport 10K
A looped route starting and finishing at the main Bridport hub. The route explores the off-road paths, and passes West Bay Harbour with views of the wonderful West Bay Cliffs.
- 10 km trail running + 256 m ascent
- Sat 23 May 2026
- FREE + £150 fundraising
Edinburgh 10K
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.
- 10 km road running + 155 m ascent
- Sun 31 May 2026
- £20 + £150 fundraising
Great Manchester Run 10K
The city’s original and best-loved running event! It's a party from start to finish with a high-energy soundtrack and live music. Over 99% of Manchester runners say they’d recommend it to a friend.
- 10 km road running
- Sun 12 Jul 2026
- FREE + £150 fundraising
Men's 10K Glasgow
On the go since 2004, this event has firmly set itself as THE run for men in the west. This is the time to make a positive difference to your life, or someone else’s and be part of something special.
- 10K run
- Sun 12 Jul 2026
- FREE + £150 fundraising
Women's 10K Glasgow
If you need a goal to motivate you, the Women’s 10K is the perfect opportunity for you to lace up those trainers and make a difference, either to your own life or someone else’s.
- 10K run
- Sun 16 Aug 2026
- FREE + £150 fundraising
Scottish 10K
A seriously flat and rapid course with downhill sections along the coast to finish in the final furlong of Scotland's oldest racecourse with a grandstand finish. Come and be a part of it!
- 10K run
- Sat 12 Sep 2026
- £20 + £150 fundraising
Richmond RUNFEST 10K
Run the UK’s most beautiful and flattest 10K run inside the Royal Botanical Gardens, Kew and run past plenty of beautiful landmarks! Fabulous medal & free entry into the gardens for spectators.
- 10 km road running + 5 m ascent
- Sun 13 Sep 2026
- £7.50 + £150 fundraising
The Henley 10K
A fabulous 10km loop through Remenham countryside with a start and finish near Henley Bridge on Sunday morning. Take it on as a walk, jog or run and get your family and friends involved!
- 10 km trail running
- Sun 20 Sep 2026
- FREE + £150 fundraising
Men's 10K Edinburgh
A stunning 10K run through the heart of Scotland’s beautiful capital city. This is the time to make a positive difference to your life or someone else’s and be part of something special.
- 10K run
- Sun 20 Sep 2026
- FREE + £150 fundraising
Women's 10K Edinburgh
A stunning 10K run through the heart of Scotland’s beautiful capital city. This is the time to make a positive difference to your life and/or someone else’s and be part of something special.
- 10K run
Macmillan's charity places | Half marathons
Raise vital funds for people living with cancer by running for Macmillan in a 13.1-mile race!
- Sun 3 May 2026
- £25 + £250 fundraising
Great Birmingham Run Half Marathon
Take on a thrilling run at the Midlands' biggest and best running event! Thousands of Brummies pound the streets every year, from the heart of the city with an incredible atmosphere all the way.
- 13.1 miles road running
- Sun 3 May 2026
- £25 + £250 fundraising
ABP Southampton Half Marathon
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.
- 13.1 miles road running + 152 m ascent
- Sun 17 May 2026
- £30 + £300 fundraising
Hackney Half
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
- Sun 24 May 2026
- FREE + £300 fundraising
Edinburgh Half Marathon
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.
- 13.1 miles road running + 76 m ascent
- Sun 31 May 2026
- £25 + £350 fundraising
Great Manchester Run Half Marathon
The city’s original and best-loved running event! It's a party from start to finish with a high-energy soundtrack and live music. Over 99% of Manchester runners say they’d recommend it to a friend.
- 13.1 miles road running
- Sat 6 - Sun 7 Jun 2026
- £50 + £300 fundraising
- Team & charity places only
Endure24 | Reading
The UK’s favourite 24-hour trail race! Epic, Brutal, Relentless. Race against the clock to tackle as many laps of the iconic course as you can. How far can you go in 24 hours?
- Fixed time runs
- Sat 27 - Sun 28 Jun 2026
- £30 + £300 fundraising
- Team & charity places only
Endure24 | Leeds
The north's favourite 24-hour trail race! Epic, Brutal, Relentless. Race against the clock to tackle as many laps of the iconic course as you can. How far can you go in 24 hours?
- Fixed time runs
- Sun 16 Aug 2026
- FREE + £300 fundraising
Scottish Half Marathon
A seriously flat and rapid point-to-point course with a downhill profile along the coast to finish in the final furlong of Scotland's oldest racecourse plus grandstand finish. Come and be part of it!
- Half marathon
- Sun 13 Sep 2026
- £30 + £300 fundraising
Richmond Half Marathon
Be part of London's most exclusive event! Run through its greenest borough, exploring the beauties and history of Richmond. Start inside the Kew Gardens with a family music festival to finish!
- 13.1 miles road running + 91 ft ascent
- Sun 13 Sep 2026
- £49 + £395 fundraising
Great North Run
Join 60,000 runners at the world’s biggest and best half marathon with a ballot entry. Get the low-down on key dates, the route and race-day logistics, then secure your place on the iconic start line.
- Half marathon
- Sun 11 Oct 2026
- £30 + £300 fundraising
Oxford Half Marathon
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
Macmillan's charity places | Marathons
Take on a major running challenge to help raise funds and support for Macmillan's vital services.
- Sun 3 May 2026
- £30 + £350 fundraising
ABP Southampton Marathon
This 2-lap marathon course offers a spectacular route including green parks, shoreline and riverside views, starting and finishing at the iconic Southampton Guildhall.
- 26.2 miles road running + 296 m ascent
- Sun 10 May 2026
- £30 + £500 fundraising
Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon
Back for its fourth year, join Team Macmillan for the Leeds Marathon, featuring some of the city's most scenic countryside and improve the lives of people living with cancer.
- 26.2 miles road running
- Sat 16 May 2026
- £20 + £375 fundraising
Weymouth Trail Marathon
Take on the ‘classic Jurassic’ scenery, coastal sights and tough climbs of this marathon-distance challenge along the stunning coastal path whilst enjoying full support along the way.
- 42 km trail running + 1100 m ascent
- Sun 24 May 2026
- FREE + £750 fundraising
Edinburgh Marathon
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!
- 26.2 miles road running + 165 m ascent
- Sat 6 - Sun 7 Jun 2026
- £50 + £300 fundraising
- Team & charity places only
Endure24 | Reading
The UK’s favourite 24-hour trail race! Epic, Brutal, Relentless. Race against the clock to tackle as many laps of the iconic course as you can. How far can you go in 24 hours?
- Fixed time runs
- Sat 6 Jun 2026
- £20 + £375 fundraising
Lakes Marathon
Start from Kendal Base Camp, head up the Longsleddale Valley, over the testing Garburn Pass with stunning 360 views towards Windermere and then on to Ambleside and Rydal's Water's edge.
- 42 km trail running + 1200 m ascent
- Sat 27 - Sun 28 Jun 2026
- £30 + £300 fundraising
- Team & charity places only
Endure24 | Leeds
The north's favourite 24-hour trail race! Epic, Brutal, Relentless. Race against the clock to tackle as many laps of the iconic course as you can. How far can you go in 24 hours?
- Fixed time runs
- Sun 13 Sep 2026
- £35 + £500 fundraising
Richmond Marathon
Run 'The world's most scenic marathon' through London's greenest borough including Richmond Bridge and the Tow Path. Start inside the Kew Gardens with family fun music festival to finish!
- 26.2 miles road running + 160 m ascent
- Sun 27 Sep 2026
- £40 + £400 fundraising
Baxters Loch Ness Marathon and Festival of Running | Loch Ness Marathon
Loch Ness Marathon is a monster race - running point-to-point alongside the shores of the most famous loch in the world!
- 26.2 miles road running + 350 m ascent
- Sun 18 Oct 2026
- £35 + £450 fundraising
Altra Yorkshire Marathon
Run through the landmarks of historic York and take in the beautiful North Yorkshire countryside as you run for the 3.5 million people living with cancer across the UK.
- 26.2 miles road running + 481 ft ascent
Macmillan's charity places | Ultra runs
Sign up to an ultra marathon with Macmillan to raise funds for their services and receive dedicated training support in return.
- Sat 16 - Sun 17 May 2026
- £25 + £575 fundraising
Jurassic Coast Ultra Challenge | Full 100km continuous
A demanding challenge, taking on 100km along the UNESCO World Heritage Jurassic Coast, starting from Corfe Castle on a fully-supported challenge visiting the highlights of the region.
- 100 km trail running + 2300 m ascent
- Sat 16 - Sun 17 May 2026
- £25 + £575 fundraising
Jurassic Coast Ultra Challenge | Full 100km over 2 days
Walk, jog or run along the spectacular UNESCO World Heritage coastline from Corfe Castle past Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door, with full support, welcoming base camp and finish line celebration!
- 100 km trail running + 2300 m ascent
- Sat 16 May 2026
- £20 + £375 fundraising
Jurassic Coast Ultra Challenge | 1st Half
58km of beautiful trail, with ups and downs giving over 1600m of ascent on a gorgeous coastal route which visits some of the highlights of the Jurassic Coast.
- 58 km trail running + 1700 m ascent
- Sat 16 May 2026
- £22.50 + £475 fundraising
Jurassic Coast Ultra Challenge | 3/4 Challenge
The route is 3/4 of the Full Challenge – so starts at the Corfe Castle main start, takes in the fantastic 2nd 1/4 Challenge route to Weymouth, and then on to West Bay and the finish line at Bridport.
- 76 km trail running + 1800 m ascent
- Sat 16 May 2026
- £20 + £375 fundraising
Jurassic Coast Ultra Challenge | 2nd Half
A marathon distance challenge departing from Weymouth, visiting Chesil Beach and the West Dorset Heritage Coast en route to the finish line at Bridport.
- 42 km trail running + 600 m ascent
- Sat 6 - Sun 7 Jun 2026
- £25 + £575 fundraising
Lake District Ultra Challenge | Full 100km continuous
100km of trails, high passes, stunning scenery, Ambleside, the magnificent Lake Windermere, nature reserves, forests and over 2,500m of ascent. Fully supported all the way with a celebratory finale!
- 100 km trail running + 2500 m ascent
- Sat 6 Jun 2026
- £20 + £375 fundraising
Lake District Ultra Challenge | 1st Half
From Kendal you'll head up the Longsleddale Valley over the Garburn Pass with stunning views, on to Windermere and Ambleside, round the west side of Lake Windermere to finish to a big welcome!
- 50 km trail running + 1300 m ascent
- Sat 6 - Sun 7 Jun 2026
- £25 + £575 fundraising
Lake District Ultra Challenge | Full 100km over 2 days
100km of trails, high passes, stunning scenery, Ambleside, the magnificent Lake Windermere, nature reserves, forests and over 2,500m of ascent. Fully supported with a good night's sleep mid-way.
- 100 km trail running + 2500 m ascent
- Sat 6 - Sun 7 Jun 2026
- £50 + £300 fundraising
- Team & charity places only
Endure24 | Reading
The UK’s favourite 24-hour trail race! Epic, Brutal, Relentless. Race against the clock to tackle as many laps of the iconic course as you can. How far can you go in 24 hours?
- Fixed time runs
- Sat 6 - Sun 7 Jun 2026
- £20 + £375 fundraising
Lake District Ultra Challenge | 2nd Half
From the west side of Lake Windermere on to the steep climb of Hampsfell to the flatter terrain on the Lyth Valley with some of the best views of the southern Lakes to a celebratory finale at Kendal!
- 50 km trail running + 1200 m ascent
- Sat 20 Jun 2026
- £35 + £350 fundraising
Race to the King | Coastal 50K
Flat and runnable without skimping on scenery, it offers spectacular views around Chichester Harbour, through the ancient fishing village of Bosham before gently climbing back onto the South Downs.
- 50 km trail running + 461 m ascent
- Sat 20 Jun 2026
- £45 + £550 fundraising
Race to the King | 100K Non-Stop
The full circuit takes in both the Coastal and Castle loops for a magnificent tour of the stunning South Downs. Steeped in history and uniquely varied, the 100K offers a course truly fit for royalty.
- 100 km trail running + 1510 m ascent
- Sat 20 Jun 2026
- £35 + £350 fundraising
Race to the King | Castle 50K
The ideal ‘next step’ on your ultra journey! Following an undulating course along the South Downs Way, the route passes by Arundel Castle before returning to West Dean via the Monarch's Way.
- 50 km trail running + 1043 m ascent
- Sat 20 Jun 2026
- £40 + £450 fundraising
Race to the King | 80K Non-Stop
A ‘stepping stone’ distance between the 50K and 100K routes, the 80K Non-Stop begins with a full circuit of the Coastal 50K route before completing the 30K Monarch’s Loop, finishing back at West Dean.
- 80 km trail running + 1065 m ascent
- Sat 27 - Sun 28 Jun 2026
- £30 + £300 fundraising
- Team & charity places only
Endure24 | Leeds
The north's favourite 24-hour trail race! Epic, Brutal, Relentless. Race against the clock to tackle as many laps of the iconic course as you can. How far can you go in 24 hours?
- Fixed time runs
- Sat 11 Jul 2026
- £45 + £350 fundraising
Race to the Stones | Day One | Thames Valley 50K
Cross England’s longest river at the halfway mark before finishing with a triumphant climb towards the iconic Lattin Down Basecamp finish line.
- 50 km trail running + 710 m ascent
- Sat 11 Jul 2026
- £55 + £550 fundraising
Race to the Stones | 100K Non-stop
Explore the Ridgeway, Britain’s oldest road, along a remarkably isolated and unspoilt corner of Southern England with sweeping chalk downs, ancient forests and the Avebury Standing Stones.
- 100 km trail running + 3704 ft ascent
- Sat 11 Jul 2026
- £75 + £550 fundraising
Race to the Stones | 100K Over Two Days
Explore the Ridgeway, Britain’s oldest road, along a remarkably isolated and unspoilt corner of Southern England with sweeping chalk downs, ancient forests and the Avebury Standing Stones.
- 100 km trail running + 3704 ft ascent
- Sun 12 Jul 2026
- £45 + £350 fundraising
Race to the Stones | Day Two | Ridgeline 50K
An ideal choice for your first ultramarathon. Enjoy dramatic views of the vale to your north before finishing at the iconic Avebury Standing Stones.
- 50 km trail running + 630 m ascent
- Sat 12 - Sun 13 Sep 2026
- £25 + £575 fundraising
Thames Path Ultra Challenge | Full 100K Continuous
The full, non-stop option of the epic 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!
- 100 km trail running + 350 m ascent
- Sat 12 Sep 2026
- £20 + £375 fundraising
Thames Path Ultra Challenge | 1st Half Challenge 50K
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!
- 50 km trail running + 200 m ascent
- Sat 12 - Sun 13 Sep 2026
- £25 + £575 fundraising
Thames Path Ultra Challenge | Full 2 Day Daylight 100K
An epic challenge from leafy South West London on the River Thames featuring Hampton Court, Runnymede of Magna Carta Fame, Henley-on-Thames and a fabulous celebration finish - all in daylight.
- 100 km trail running + 350 m ascent
- Sat 12 Sep 2026
- £22.50 + £475 fundraising
Thames Path Ultra Challenge | 3/4 Challenge 72K
Start this epic 3/4 distance of the Thames Path Challenge near Hampton Court and follow the meandering waterway to Runnymede for a big celebration finish and hot meal at Henley on Thames.
- 72 km trail running + 60 m ascent
- Sat 12 - Sun 13 Sep 2026
- £20 + £375 fundraising
Thames Path Ultra Challenge | 2nd Half Challenge 50K
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!
- 50 km trail running + 150 m ascent
Macmillan's charity places | Bike rides
Pedal your way to the glorious finish line on behalf of Macmillan!
- Sun 26 Apr 2026
- £77 + £150 fundraising
Etape Loch Ness
Scotland’s largest closed-road cycle sportive! Taking place in spring around the shores of the world's most famous loch, you'll conquer some thigh-busting climbs and revel in friendly camaraderie!
- Medium sportive
- Sun 14 Jun 2026
- £25 + £250 fundraising
Dragon Ride | Cymru Classic
The iconic Welsh cycling sportive is set to take place in 2026, offering participants the chance to tackle some of the most stunning and challenging routes in South Wales.
- 98 km road cycling + 1354 m ascent
- Sun 14 Jun 2026
- £30 + £250 fundraising
Dragon Ride | Medio Fondo
The iconic Welsh cycling sportive is set to take place in 2026, offering participants the chance to tackle some of the most stunning and challenging routes in South Wales.
- 157 km road cycling + 2223 m ascent
- Sun 14 Jun 2026
- £35 + £350 fundraising
Dragon Ride | Gran Fondo
The iconic Welsh cycling sportive is set to take place in 2026, offering participants the chance to tackle some of the most stunning and challenging routes in South Wales.
- 215 km road cycling + 3350 m ascent
- Sun 14 Jun 2026
- £40 + £400 fundraising
Dragon Ride | Dragon Devil
The iconic Welsh cycling sportive is set to take place in 2026, offering participants the chance to tackle some of the most stunning and challenging routes in South Wales.
- 296 km road cycling + 4433 m ascent
- Sun 13 Sep 2026
- £55 + £150 fundraising
London to Brighton Cycle Ride
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