Macmillan Cancer Support

Macmillan Cancer Support

One of the most popular charities in the UK for supporting people living with cancer, Macmillan organise a wide range of events to help people get active outdoors. Help Macmillan help others by getting involved today!

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Mighty Hikes

Discover incredible walking trails across the UK, from the Jurassic Coast to the Giant's Causeway! These marathon and half marathon hikes for all abilities are organised by Macmillan Cancer Support.

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Macmillan's events

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.
  • Sat 10 - Sun 11 May
  • £20-£25
Cromer, Norfolk, UK

Mighty Hikes | Norfolk Coast

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.

  • Hike 2
Make a mountain of difference to people living with cancer. Beginning in the beautiful Greater Langdale valley in the Lake District, you will hike to the top of England's highest mountain - Scafell.
  • Sat 31 May
  • £45-£120
Ambleside, Cumbria, UK

Defeat the Peak | Scafell Pike by Day Challenge

Make a mountain of difference to people living with cancer. Beginning in the beautiful Greater Langdale valley in the Lake District, you will hike to the top of England's highest mountain - Scafell.

  • 12 hrs hiking + 1500 m ascent
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.
  • Sat 7 Jun
  • £20-£25
Brighton, East Sussex, UK

Mighty Hikes | South Coast

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.

  • Hike 2
Make a mountain of difference to people living with cancer. Beginning in the beautiful Glen Nevis in the Scottish Highlands, this spectacular challenge will see you reach the top for beautiful views!
  • Sat 7 Jun
  • £45-£120
Fort William, Highland, UK

Defeat the Peak | Ben Nevis by Day Challenge

Make a mountain of difference to people living with cancer. Beginning in the beautiful Glen Nevis in the Scottish Highlands, this spectacular challenge will see you reach the top for beautiful views!

  • 8 hrs hiking + 4413 ft ascent
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.
  • Sat 14 Jun
  • £20-£25
Penrith, Cumbria, UK

Mighty Hikes | Lake District

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.

  • Hike 2
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.
  • Sat 21 Jun
  • £20-£25
Ballycastle, County Antrim, UK

Mighty Hikes | Giant's Causeway

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.

  • Hike 2
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Yorkshire Dales Mighty Hike - where you'll trek through the stunning National Park to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 28 Jun
  • £20-£25
Skipton, North Yorkshire, UK

Mighty Hikes | Yorkshire Dales

Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Yorkshire Dales Mighty Hike - where you'll trek through the stunning National Park to support people living with cancer.

  • Hike 2
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.
  • Sat 5 Jul
  • £20-£25
Wareham, Dorset, UK

Mighty Hikes | Jurassic Coast

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.

  • Hike 2
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.
  • Sat 5 Jul
  • £20-£25
Swansea, West Glamorgan, UK

Mighty Hikes | Gower Peninsula

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.

  • Hike 2
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.
  • Sat 19 Jul
  • £20-£25
Bakewell, Derbyshire, UK

Mighty Hikes | Peak District

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.

  • Hike 2
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Cotswolds Mighty Hike - where you'll wander through peaceful chocolate box villages and along riverside paths to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 19 Jul
  • £20-£25
Woodstock, Oxfordshire, UK

Mighty Hikes | Cotswolds

Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Cotswolds Mighty Hike - where you'll wander through peaceful chocolate box villages and along riverside paths to support people living with cancer.

  • Hike 2
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.
  • Sat 26 Jul
  • £20-£25
Windsor, Berkshire, UK

Mighty Hikes | Thames Path

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.

  • Hike 2
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.
  • Sat 30 Aug
  • £20-£25
Callander, Stirling, UK

Mighty Hikes | Rob Roy

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.

  • Hike 2
Make a mountain of difference to people living with cancer. Beginning in the heart of Snowdonia this spectacular challenge will see you trekking to the top of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon), at night!
  • Sat 6 - Sun 7 Sep
  • £45-£169
Llanberis, Gwynedd, UK

Defeat the Peak | Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) at Night Challenge

Make a mountain of difference to people living with cancer. Beginning in the heart of Snowdonia this spectacular challenge will see you trekking to the top of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon), at night!

  • 21 km hiking + 975 m ascent
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.
  • Sat 13 - Sun 14 Sep
  • £20-£25
Alnwick, Northumberland, UK

Mighty Hikes | Northumberland Coast

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.

  • Hike 2
Make a mountain of difference to people living with cancer. Beginning in the heart of Snowdonia, this challenge will see you trekking to the top of Snowdon!
  • Sat 13 Sep
  • £45-£165
Llanberis, Gwynedd, UK

Defeat the Peak | Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) by Day Challenge

Make a mountain of difference to people living with cancer. Beginning in the heart of Snowdonia, this challenge will see you trekking to the top of Snowdon!

  • 15 km hiking + 1000 m ascent

Macmillan's charity places | 10K runs

Sign up to a major or local 10K run to support people living with cancer.

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.
  • Sun 18 May
  • £10 + £100 fundraising
Wareham, Dorset, UK

The Bridport 10K

Macmillan Cancer Support

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 + 250 m ascent
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.
  • Sun 18 May
  • £20 + £150 fundraising
Manchester, Greater Manchester, UK

Great Manchester Run 10K

Macmillan Cancer Support

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
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.
  • Sat 24 May
  • FREE + £150 fundraising
Edinburgh, UK

Edinburgh 10K

Macmillan Cancer Support

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
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!
  • Sun 15 Jun
  • £20 + £150 fundraising
Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK

Leeds 10K

Macmillan Cancer Support

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!

  • 10K run
If you need a goal to motivate you, the Men’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.
  • Sun 15 Jun
  • FREE + £150 fundraising
Glasgow, Glasgow City, UK

Men's 10K Glasgow

Macmillan Cancer Support

If you need a goal to motivate you, the Men’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
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.
  • Sun 15 Jun
  • FREE + £150 fundraising
Glasgow, Glasgow City, UK

Women's 10K Glasgow

Macmillan Cancer Support

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
A looped 10km route from the main Cirencester basecamp, taking in the wonderful surrounding countryside and families are welcome too. Walk, jog or run - come and enjoy the event!
  • Sat 21 Jun
  • £10 + £100 fundraising
Cirencester, Gloucestershire, UK

Cirencester 10km

Macmillan Cancer Support

A looped 10km route from the main Cirencester basecamp, taking in the wonderful surrounding countryside and families are welcome too. Walk, jog or run - come and enjoy the event!

  • 10 km trail running + 200 m ascent
The route explores stunning views of Dunster Castle, ancient hill forts and wonderful trails through the estate woodlands & hills with magnificent views at the top.
  • Sat 2 Aug
  • £10 + £100 fundraising
Minehead, Somerset, UK

The Dunster 10K

Macmillan Cancer Support

The route explores stunning views of Dunster Castle, ancient hill forts and wonderful trails through the estate woodlands & hills with magnificent views at the top.

  • 10 km trail running + 300 m ascent
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!
  • Sun 17 Aug
  • FREE + £150 fundraising
Musselburgh, East Lothian, UK

Scottish 10K

Macmillan Cancer Support

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
A fabulous 10km loop through Remenham countryside with a start / finish near Henley Bridge on Sunday morning.
  • Sun 14 Sep
  • £10 + £100 fundraising
Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, UK

The Henley 10K

Macmillan Cancer Support

A fabulous 10km loop through Remenham countryside with a start / finish near Henley Bridge on Sunday morning.

  • 10 km trail running
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.
  • Sun 21 Sep
  • FREE + £150 fundraising
Edinburgh, UK

Men's 10K Edinburgh

Macmillan Cancer Support

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
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 Come along andor someone else’s and be part of something special.
  • Sun 21 Sep
  • FREE + £150 fundraising
Edinburgh, UK

Women's 10K Edinburgh

Macmillan Cancer Support

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 Come along andor someone else’s and be part of something special.

  • 10K run
A beautiful 10km looped route from the basecamp at Henley Showground.  The route explores public footpaths  & wonderful woodlands within the Culden Faw estate.
  • Sat 27 Sep
  • £10 + £100 fundraising
Henley-on-Thames, Buckinghamshire, UK

The Chiltern 10K

Macmillan Cancer Support

A beautiful 10km looped route from the basecamp at Henley Showground. The route explores public footpaths & wonderful woodlands within the Culden Faw estate.

  • 10 km trail running + 235 m ascent
With a city centre start and finish, this is a celebration of everything that is great about Glasgow: inspiring urban architecture, green spaces, history, music, strength, spirit and great people.
  • Sun 5 Oct
  • £20 + £150 fundraising
Glasgow, Glasgow City, UK

Great Scottish Run 10K

Macmillan Cancer Support

With a city centre start and finish, this is a celebration of everything that is great about Glasgow: inspiring urban architecture, green spaces, history, music, strength, spirit and great people.

  • 10 km road running + 152 ft ascent
The flat and fast Supersonic 10K takes in both Boscombe and Bournemouth Piers! Perfect for seasoned runners and newcomers looking to embrace the vibrant atmosphere and beautiful scenery.
  • Sun 12 Oct
  • FREE + £150 fundraising
Bournemouth, Dorset, UK

Bournemouth Supersonic 10K

Macmillan Cancer Support

The flat and fast Supersonic 10K takes in both Boscombe and Bournemouth Piers! Perfect for seasoned runners and newcomers looking to embrace the vibrant atmosphere and beautiful scenery.

  • 10 km road running

Macmillan's charity places | Half marathons

Raise vital funds for people living with cancer by running for Macmillan in a 13.1-mile race!

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.
  • Sun 6 Apr
  • £25 + £250 fundraising
Southampton, Hampshire, UK

ABP Southampton Half Marathon

Macmillan Cancer Support

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
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.
  • Sun 18 May
  • £25 + £350 fundraising
Manchester, Greater Manchester, UK

Great Manchester Run Half Marathon

Macmillan Cancer Support

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
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?
  • Sat 7 - Sun 8 Jun
  • £45 + £300 fundraising
Reading, Berkshire, UK

Endure24 | Reading

Macmillan Cancer Support

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?

  • Multi-terrain run
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?
  • Sat 28 - Sun 29 Jun
  • £45 + £300 fundraising
Wetherby, West Yorkshire, UK

Endure24 | Leeds

Macmillan Cancer Support

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?

  • Multi-terrain run
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!
  • Sun 17 Aug
  • FREE + £300 fundraising
Tranent, East Lothian, UK

Scottish Half Marathon

Macmillan Cancer Support

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
The Great North Run is the world's biggest and best half marathon, attracting 60,000 runners each year to its iconic 13.1 mile route, jam-packed with entertainment, music and finish line party!
  • Sun 7 Sep
  • £49 + £395 fundraising
Newcastle, Tyne and Wear, UK

Great North Run

Macmillan Cancer Support

The Great North Run is the world's biggest and best half marathon, attracting 60,000 runners each year to its iconic 13.1 mile route, jam-packed with entertainment, music and finish line party!

  • Half marathon
  • Sun 28 Sep
  • £25 + £400 fundraising
London, UK

Ealing Half Marathon

Macmillan Cancer Support

Get the #EalingFeeling at the triple Gold award winning UK No1 Half Marathon.

  • Half marathon
With a city centre start and finish, this is a celebration of everything that is great about Glasgow: inspiring urban architecture, green spaces, history, music, strength, spirit and great people.
  • Sun 5 Oct
  • £25 + £250 fundraising
Glasgow, Glasgow City, UK

Great Scottish Run Half Marathon

Macmillan Cancer Support

With a city centre start and finish, this is a celebration of everything that is great about Glasgow: inspiring urban architecture, green spaces, history, music, strength, spirit and great people.

  • 13.1 miles road running + 389 ft ascent
An iconic road race around Wales' capital offering a flat course from the castle to the marina and over the Cardiff Bay barrage! Charity places now available for 2025.
  • Sun 5 Oct
  • £25 + £250 fundraising
Cardiff, South Glamorgan, UK

Cardiff Half Marathon

Macmillan Cancer Support

An iconic road race around Wales' capital offering a flat course from the castle to the marina and over the Cardiff Bay barrage! Charity places now available for 2025.

  • Half marathon
A stunning central London half marathon taking in four Royal Parks and some of the capital's world-famous landmarks on closed roads. Charity places now available for 2025.
  • Sun 12 Oct
  • £35 + £350 fundraising
  • Ballot closes soon
London, UK

Royal Parks Half Marathon

Macmillan Cancer Support

A stunning central London half marathon taking in four Royal Parks and some of the capital's world-famous landmarks on closed roads. Charity places now available for 2025.

  • Ballot closes soon
  • Half marathon
Sun... Sea... Running as it should be. Run along both Boscombe and Bournemouth piers on a stunning coastal route as part of the Run Bournemouth weekend running festival.
  • Sun 12 Oct
  • FREE + £300 fundraising
Bournemouth, Dorset, UK

Bournemouth Half Marathon

Macmillan Cancer Support

Sun... Sea... Running as it should be. Run along both Boscombe and Bournemouth piers on a stunning coastal route as part of the Run Bournemouth weekend running festival.

  • 13.1 miles road running

Macmillan's charity places | Marathons

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.
  • Sun 6 Apr
  • £30 + £350 fundraising
Southampton, Hampshire, UK

ABP Southampton Marathon

Macmillan Cancer Support

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
Welcome to the Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon which has become hugely popular, with thousands of runners of all abilities taking to the streets the city's most scenic countryside and outer suburbs.
  • Sun 11 May
  • £30 + £500 fundraising
Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK

Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon

Macmillan Cancer Support

Welcome to the Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon which has become hugely popular, with thousands of runners of all abilities taking to the streets the city's most scenic countryside and outer suburbs.

  • 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.
  • Sat 17 May
  • £20 + £375 fundraising
Weymouth, Dorset, UK

Weymouth Marathon

Macmillan Cancer Support

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
From Turners Hill the route heads south through wonderful Sussex countryside, then up and over the testing South Downs before the coast comes into view and the final few km to the Racecourse finish!
  • Sat 24 - Sun 25 May
  • £20 + £375 fundraising
Crawley, West Sussex, UK

Sussex Marathon

Macmillan Cancer Support

From Turners Hill the route heads south through wonderful Sussex countryside, then up and over the testing South Downs before the coast comes into view and the final few km to the Racecourse finish!

  • 42 km trail running + 700 m ascent
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?
  • Sat 7 - Sun 8 Jun
  • £45 + £300 fundraising
Reading, Berkshire, UK

Endure24 | Reading

Macmillan Cancer Support

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?

  • Multi-terrain run
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.
  • Sat 7 Jun
  • £20 + £375 fundraising
Kendal, Cumbria, UK

Lakes Marathon

Macmillan Cancer Support

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
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?
  • Sat 28 - Sun 29 Jun
  • £45 + £300 fundraising
Wetherby, West Yorkshire, UK

Endure24 | Leeds

Macmillan Cancer Support

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?

  • Multi-terrain run
  • Sun 20 Jul
  • £27.50 + £400 fundraising
Eastbourne, East Sussex, UK

TriBourne Festival of Endurance | Marathon

Macmillan Cancer Support

Award winning full and middle-distance triathlons, plus a marathon, long-distance swims, aquabike options and triathlon relays.

  • 26.2 miles trail running
  • Sun 28 Sep
  • £40 + £400 fundraising
Inverness, Highland, UK

Loch Ness Marathon Running Festival | Loch Ness Marathon

Macmillan Cancer Support

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!

  • 26.2 miles road running
Thousands of runners (and walkers) of all abilities will tackle the flat, traffic-free course past the city's historic sites to a cracking Yorkshire atmosphere! Team relay challenge available too.
  • Sun 19 Oct
  • £35 + £450 fundraising
York, North Yorkshire, UK

Yorkshire Marathon

Macmillan Cancer Support

Thousands of runners (and walkers) of all abilities will tackle the flat, traffic-free course past the city's historic sites to a cracking Yorkshire atmosphere! Team relay challenge available too.

  • 26.2 miles road running

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.

Great challenges need great settings, and up to 2,000 adventurers will take on the Isle of Wight stunning coastal path – all out to push themselves further.
  • Sat 3 May
  • £25 + £575 fundraising
Ventnor, Isle of Wight, UK

Isle of Wight Ultra Challenge | Full Continuous

Macmillan Cancer Support

Great challenges need great settings, and up to 2,000 adventurers will take on the Isle of Wight stunning coastal path – all out to push themselves further.

  • 106 km multi terrain running + 1800 m ascent
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.
  • Sat 3 - Sun 4 May
  • £25 + £575 fundraising
Ventnor, Isle of Wight, UK

Isle of Wight Ultra Challenge | Full 2 Day Daylight

Macmillan Cancer Support

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.

  • 106 km multi terrain running + 1960 m ascent
Great challenges need great settings, and up to 2,000 adventurers will take on the Isle of Wight stunning coastal path – all out to push themselves further.
  • Sat 3 May
  • £20 + £375 fundraising
Ventnor, Isle of Wight, UK

Isle of Wight Ultra Challenge | 1st Half

Macmillan Cancer Support

Great challenges need great settings, and up to 2,000 adventurers will take on the Isle of Wight stunning coastal path – all out to push themselves further.

  • 52 km trail running + 900 m ascent
Great challenges need great settings, and up to 2,000 adventurers will take on the Isle of Wight stunning coastal path – all out to push themselves further.
  • Sat 3 - Sun 4 May
  • £22.50 + £475 fundraising
Ventnor, Isle of Wight, UK

Isle of Wight Ultra Challenge | 3/4 Challenge

Macmillan Cancer Support

Great challenges need great settings, and up to 2,000 adventurers will take on the Isle of Wight stunning coastal path – all out to push themselves further.

  • 82 km trail running + 1300 m ascent
Great challenges need great settings, and up to 2,000 adventurers will take on the Isle of Wight stunning coastal path – all out to push themselves further.
  • Sat 3 May
  • £20 + £375 fundraising
Ventnor, Isle of Wight, UK

Isle of Wight Ultra Challenge | Southern 50

Macmillan Cancer Support

Great challenges need great settings, and up to 2,000 adventurers will take on the Isle of Wight stunning coastal path – all out to push themselves further.

  • 50 km trail running + 1025 m ascent
Great challenges need great settings, and up to 2,000 adventurers will take on the Isle of Wight stunning coastal path – all out to push themselves further.
  • Sat 3 May
  • £20 + £375 fundraising
Cowes, Isle of Wight, UK

Isle of Wight Ultra Challenge | 2nd Half

Macmillan Cancer Support

Great challenges need great settings, and up to 2,000 adventurers will take on the Isle of Wight stunning coastal path – all out to push themselves further.

  • 54 km trail running + 1000 m ascent
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.
  • Sat 17 May
  • £20 + £375 fundraising
Wareham, Dorset, UK

Jurassic Coast Ultra Challenge | 1st Half

Macmillan Cancer Support

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
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.
  • Sat 17 - Sun 18 May
  • £25 + £575 fundraising
Wareham, Dorset, UK

Jurassic Coast Ultra Challenge | Full 100km continuous

Macmillan Cancer Support

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
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!
  • Sat 17 - Sun 18 May
  • £25 + £575 fundraising
Wareham, Dorset, UK

Jurassic Coast Ultra Challenge | Full 100km over 2 days

Macmillan Cancer Support

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
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.
  • Sat 17 May
  • £22.50 + £475 fundraising
Wareham, Dorset, UK

Jurassic Coast Ultra Challenge | 3/4 Challenge

Macmillan Cancer Support

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
A marathon distance challenge departing from Weymouth, visiting Chesil Beach and the West Dorset Heritage Coast en route to the finish line at Bridport.
  • Sat 17 May
  • £20 + £375 fundraising
Weymouth, Dorset, UK

Jurassic Coast Ultra Challenge | 2nd Half

Macmillan Cancer Support

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
A varied 56km challenge, initially following the path of the River Thames, before exploring the North Downs en route to the finish at Turners Hill and a huge celebration!
  • Sat 24 May
  • £20 + £375 fundraising
Richmond, UK

London 2 Brighton Ultra Challenge | 1st Half

Macmillan Cancer Support

A varied 56km challenge, initially following the path of the River Thames, before exploring the North Downs en route to the finish at Turners Hill and a huge celebration!

  • 56 km trail running + 800 m ascent
Leafy Richmond to sunny Brighton – over the North Downs and the South Downs, with some wonderful Surrey and Sussex countryside in between, fully supported all the way with a huge celebratory finish!
  • Sat 24 May
  • £25 + £575 fundraising
Richmond, UK

London 2 Brighton Ultra Challenge | Full 100km Continuous

Macmillan Cancer Support

Leafy Richmond to sunny Brighton – over the North Downs and the South Downs, with some wonderful Surrey and Sussex countryside in between, fully supported all the way with a huge celebratory finish!

  • 100 km trail running + 1500 m ascent
Leafy Richmond to sunny Brighton, over the North and South Downs, with some wonderful Surrey and Sussex countryside - all in daylight hours and with a good nights' sleep mid-way!
  • Sat 24 - Sun 25 May
  • £25 + £575 fundraising
Richmond, UK

London 2 Brighton Ultra Challenge | Full 100km over 2 days

Macmillan Cancer Support

Leafy Richmond to sunny Brighton, over the North and South Downs, with some wonderful Surrey and Sussex countryside - all in daylight hours and with a good nights' sleep mid-way!

  • 100 km trail running + 1500 m ascent
Starting at Oaks Park then following the fantastic 2nd 1/4 Challenge route to Tulley’s Farm in Turners Hill, and then over the South Downs to the finish line at Brighton Racecourse to a celebration!
  • Sat 24 - Sun 25 May
  • £22.50 + £475 fundraising
Carshalton, UK

London 2 Brighton Ultra Challenge | 3/4 Challenge

Macmillan Cancer Support

Starting at Oaks Park then following the fantastic 2nd 1/4 Challenge route to Tulley’s Farm in Turners Hill, and then over the South Downs to the finish line at Brighton Racecourse to a celebration!

  • 75 km trail running + 1300 m ascent
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!
  • Sun 1 - Sun 8 Jun
  • £25 + £575 fundraising
Kendal, Cumbria, UK

Lake District Ultra Challenge | Full 100km continuous

Macmillan Cancer Support

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
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.
  • Sat 7 - Sun 8 Jun
  • £25 + £575 fundraising
Kendal, Cumbria, UK

Lake District Ultra Challenge | Full 100km over 2 days

Macmillan Cancer Support

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
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!
  • Sat 7 Jun
  • £20 + £375 fundraising
Kendal, Cumbria, UK

Lake District Ultra Challenge | 1st Half

Macmillan Cancer Support

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
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!
  • Sat 7 - Sun 8 Jun
  • £20 + £375 fundraising
Ulverston, Cumbria, UK

Lake District Ultra Challenge | 2nd Half

Macmillan Cancer Support

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
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.
  • Sat 21 Jun
  • £30 + £330 fundraising
Chichester, West Sussex, UK

Race to the King | Coastal 50K

Macmillan Cancer Support

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.

  • 50 km trail running + 1885 ft ascent
Take on the full 100K Race to the King ultra marathon challenge in one go. Fully supported through day and night on a route combining castles and coastal scenery.
  • Sat 21 Jun
  • £40 + £550 fundraising
Chichester, West Sussex, UK

Race to the King | 100K

Macmillan Cancer Support

Take on the full 100K Race to the King ultra marathon challenge in one go. Fully supported through day and night on a route combining castles and coastal scenery.

  • 100 km trail running + 4619 ft ascent
The first half of the challenge is tough with steep ascents and descents taking you into the heart of this beautiful landscape with magnificent views out to the West.
  • Sat 21 Jun
  • £20 + £375 fundraising
Cirencester, Gloucestershire, UK

Cotswold Way Ultra Challenge | 1st Half

Macmillan Cancer Support

The first half of the challenge is tough with steep ascents and descents taking you into the heart of this beautiful landscape with magnificent views out to the West.

  • 53 km trail running + 1600 m ascent
Head into the rolling green hills of the Cotswolds with leg-testing climbs and breathtaking views on your 100km mission, with stops every 12-13km and a halfway break in Wotton, you're fully supported.
  • Sat 21 - Sun 22 Jun
  • £25 + £575 fundraising
Cirencester, Gloucestershire, UK

Cotswold Way Ultra Challenge | Full 100km continuous

Macmillan Cancer Support

Head into the rolling green hills of the Cotswolds with leg-testing climbs and breathtaking views on your 100km mission, with stops every 12-13km and a halfway break in Wotton, you're fully supported.

  • 100 km trail running + 2250 m ascent
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  • Sat 21 - Sun 22 Jun
  • £25 + £575 fundraising
Cirencester, Gloucestershire, UK

Cotswold Way Ultra Challenge | Full 100km over 2 days

Macmillan Cancer Support

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  • 100 km trail running + 2250 m ascent
The route is 3/4 of the full challenge – so starts at Painswick, takes in the fantastic 2nd 1/4 Challenge route to Wotton, and then on through the Cotswolds to the finish line at Cirencester basecamp.
  • Sat 21 - Sun 22 Jun
  • £22.50 + £475 fundraising
Stroud, Gloucestershire, UK

Cotswold Way Ultra Challenge | 3/4 Challenge

Macmillan Cancer Support

The route is 3/4 of the full challenge – so starts at Painswick, takes in the fantastic 2nd 1/4 Challenge route to Wotton, and then on through the Cotswolds to the finish line at Cirencester basecamp.

  • 76 km trail running + 1650 m ascent
A start at Wotton and then some fantastic Cotswold scenery in the heart of this beautiful landscape, on the way back to the very welcome finish line celebration back at Cirencester basecamp.
  • Sat 21 - Sun 22 Jun
  • £20 + £375 fundraising
Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire, UK

Cotswold Way Ultra Challenge | 2nd Half

Macmillan Cancer Support

A start at Wotton and then some fantastic Cotswold scenery in the heart of this beautiful landscape, on the way back to the very welcome finish line celebration back at Cirencester basecamp.

  • 47 km trail running + 650 m ascent
Start and finish from the idyllic Bakewell basecamp for a few steep ascents and descents taking you into the heart of this beautiful and varied landscape to return for a finish line celebration!
  • Sat 28 Jun
  • £20 + £375 fundraising
Bakewell, Derbyshire, UK

Peak District Ultra Challenge | 1st Half

Macmillan Cancer Support

Start and finish from the idyllic Bakewell basecamp for a few steep ascents and descents taking you into the heart of this beautiful and varied landscape to return for a finish line celebration!

  • 53 km trail running + 1250 m ascent
Take on the full 100km in a figure-of-eight route through the north and south of the Peak District with stops every 12-13km and whatever support you need to get you to the finish line celebration!
  • Sat 28 - Sun 29 Jun
  • £25 + £575 fundraising
Bakewell, Derbyshire, UK

Peak District Ultra Challenge | Full 100km continuous

Macmillan Cancer Support

Take on the full 100km in a figure-of-eight route through the north and south of the Peak District with stops every 12-13km and whatever support you need to get you to the finish line celebration!

  • 100 km trail running + 2150 m ascent
Take on the full 100km in a figure-of-eight route through the north and south of the Peak District in daylight with a good night's rest and full support to get you to the finish line celebration!
  • Sat 28 - Sun 29 Jun
  • £25 + £575 fundraising
Bakewell, Derbyshire, UK

Peak District Ultra Challenge | Full 100km over 2 days

Macmillan Cancer Support

Take on the full 100km in a figure-of-eight route through the north and south of the Peak District in daylight with a good night's rest and full support to get you to the finish line celebration!

  • 100 km trail running + 2150 m ascent
Take on a mighty ultra adventure through the stunning Peak District with regular stops and whatever support you need to get you to the finish line celebration! You can even cover it in two days.
  • Sat 28 - Sun 29 Jun
  • £22.50 + £475 fundraising
Bakewell, Derbyshire, UK

Peak District Ultra Challenge | 3/4 Challenge

Macmillan Cancer Support

Take on a mighty ultra adventure through the stunning Peak District with regular stops and whatever support you need to get you to the finish line celebration! You can even cover it in two days.

  • 73 km trail running
Starting out from the idyllic Bakewell basecamp, trek through some fantastic southern Peaks scenery on the way back to the very welcome finish line and celebration!
  • Sat 28 - Sun 29 Jun
  • £20 + £375 fundraising
Bakewell, Derbyshire, UK

Peak District Ultra Challenge | 2nd Half

Macmillan Cancer Support

Starting out from the idyllic Bakewell basecamp, trek through some fantastic southern Peaks scenery on the way back to the very welcome finish line and celebration!

  • 47 km trail running + 900 m ascent
Starting in Lewknor, this event presents a varied and scenic route steeped in history. Crossing England’s longest river at the halfway mark, the course finishes at the iconic Lattin Down basecamp.
  • Sat 12 Jul
  • £40 + £350 fundraising
Watlington, Oxfordshire, UK

Race to the Stones | Day One | Thames Valley 50K

Macmillan Cancer Support

Starting in Lewknor, this event presents a varied and scenic route steeped in history. Crossing England’s longest river at the halfway mark, the course finishes at the iconic Lattin Down basecamp.

  • 50 km trail running + 710 m ascent
Take on the full 100K ultramarathon in one go. Fully supported through day and night on an incredibly scenic and historic route to finish at the 5000-year-old Avebury standing stones.
  • Sat 12 Jul
  • £50 + £550 fundraising
Watlington, Oxfordshire, UK

Race to the Stones | 100K Non-stop

Macmillan Cancer Support

Take on the full 100K ultramarathon in one go. Fully supported through day and night on an incredibly scenic and historic route to finish at the 5000-year-old Avebury standing stones.

  • 100 km trail running + 3704 ft ascent
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.
  • Sat 12 Jul
  • £70 + £550 fundraising
Watlington, Oxfordshire, UK

Race to the Stones | 100K Two Days with camping

Macmillan Cancer Support

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.

  • 100 km trail running + 3704 ft ascent
Sticking to higher ground, you'll pass through a surprisingly isolated stretch of southern England and enjoy dramatic views before finishing with the full 100K at the awesome Avebury Standing Stones.
  • Sun 13 Jul
  • £40 + £350 fundraising
Wantage, Oxfordshire, UK

Race to the Stones | Day Two | Ridgeline 50K

Macmillan Cancer Support

Sticking to higher ground, you'll pass through a surprisingly isolated stretch of southern England and enjoy dramatic views before finishing with the full 100K at the awesome Avebury Standing Stones.

  • 50 km trail running + 630 m ascent
The full distance option of the South West Coast 50 Challenge from basecamp next to Dunster Castle, along the South West Coastal Path to a picnic in Exmoor National Park, finishing back at Minehead.
  • Sat 2 Aug
  • £20 + £375 fundraising
Minehead, Somerset, UK

South West Coast 50 Ultra Challenge | Full 50km

Macmillan Cancer Support

The full distance option of the South West Coast 50 Challenge from basecamp next to Dunster Castle, along the South West Coastal Path to a picnic in Exmoor National Park, finishing back at Minehead.

  • 50 km trail running + 1600 m ascent
The full distance option of the South Coast Challenge from sunny Eastbourne, over the magnificent Seven Sisters, onto Cuckmere Haven and over the South Downs all the way to historic Arundel.
  • Sat 6 - Sun 7 Sep
  • £25 + £575 fundraising
Polegate, East Sussex, UK

South Coast Ultra Challenge | Full 100km continuous

Macmillan Cancer Support

The full distance option of the South Coast Challenge from sunny Eastbourne, over the magnificent Seven Sisters, onto Cuckmere Haven and over the South Downs all the way to historic Arundel.

  • 100 km trail running + 2100 m ascent
The full distance option of the South Coast Challenge over 2 days with 57km on day 1 and 43km on day 2, meaning you experience the route in daylight with the chance to sleep overnight.
  • Sat 6 - Sun 7 Sep
  • £25 + £575 fundraising
Polegate, East Sussex, UK

South Coast Ultra Challenge | Full 100km over 2 days

Macmillan Cancer Support

The full distance option of the South Coast Challenge over 2 days with 57km on day 1 and 43km on day 2, meaning you experience the route in daylight with the chance to sleep overnight.

  • 100 km trail running + 2100 m ascent
The first half option of the South Coast Challenge from Eastbourne to the coastline, over the Seven Sisters to Cuckemere Haven, over the South Downs to finish via Brighton's promenade.
  • Sat 6 Sep
  • £20 + £375 fundraising
Polegate, East Sussex, UK

South Coast Ultra Challenge | 1st Half

Macmillan Cancer Support

The first half option of the South Coast Challenge from Eastbourne to the coastline, over the Seven Sisters to Cuckemere Haven, over the South Downs to finish via Brighton's promenade.

  • 57 km trail running + 1250 m ascent
The second half option of the South Coast Challenge is a scenic ‘marathon plus’ adventure across the South Downs towards Arundel.
  • Sat 6 - Sun 7 Sep
  • £20 + £375 fundraising
Hove, East Sussex, UK

South Coast Ultra Challenge | 2nd Half

Macmillan Cancer Support

The second half option of the South Coast Challenge is a scenic ‘marathon plus’ adventure across the South Downs towards Arundel.

  • 43 km trail running + 850 m ascent

Macmillan's charity places | Bike rides

Pedal your way to the glorious finish line on behalf of Macmillan!

  • Sun 27 Apr
  • £65 + £150 fundraising
Inverness, Highland, UK

Etape Loch Ness

Macmillan Cancer Support

The Etape Loch Ness is Scotland’s largest closed road cycle sportive taking place in spring around the stunning shores of iconic Loch Ness.

  • Medium sportive
  • Sun 22 Jun
  • £25 + £250 fundraising
Port Talbot, West Glamorgan, UK

Dragon Ride | Macmillan 100

Macmillan Cancer Support

The iconic Welsh cycling sportive is set to take place in 2025, 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 22 Jun
  • £30 + £250 fundraising
Port Talbot, West Glamorgan, UK

Dragon Ride | Medio Fondo

Macmillan Cancer Support

The iconic Welsh cycling sportive is set to take place in 2025, 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 22 Jun
  • £35 + £250 fundraising
Port Talbot, West Glamorgan, UK

Dragon Ride | Gran Fondo

Macmillan Cancer Support

The iconic Welsh cycling sportive is set to take place in 2025, 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 22 Jun
  • £40 + £250 fundraising
Port Talbot, West Glamorgan, UK

Dragon Ride | Dragon Devil

Macmillan Cancer Support

The iconic Welsh cycling sportive is set to take place in 2025, 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 20 Jul
  • £75 + £650 fundraising
Albertville, France

L'Etape du Tour de France

Macmillan Cancer Support

Just a few days before the pros take on the penultimate stage of the Tour de France, come and take on the legendary cols between Albertville and La Plagne!

  • Long sportive
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 14 Sep
  • £55 + £150 fundraising
London, UK

London to Brighton Cycle Ride

Macmillan Cancer Support

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