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 2025
  • £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 2025
  • £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 2025
  • £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 2025
  • £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 2025
  • £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 2025
  • £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 2025
  • £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 2025
  • £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 2025
  • £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 2025
  • £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 2025
  • £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 2025
  • £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 2025
  • £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 2025
  • £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 2025
  • £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 2025
  • £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.

10 km looped route with a start & finish at the main Bridport hub. The route explores the off road paths, and pass the West Bay Harbour and views of the wonderful West Bay Cliffs.
  • Sun 18 May 2025
  • £10 + £100 fundraising
Wareham, Dorset, UK

The Bridport 10K

Macmillan Cancer Support

10 km looped route with a start & finish at the main Bridport hub. The route explores the off road paths, and pass the West Bay Harbour and views of the wonderful West Bay Cliffs.

  • 10 km trail 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 2025
  • £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 2025
  • 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 2025
  • £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 2025
  • 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 2025
  • 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 10 km route from our main Cirencester basecamp – taking in the wonderful surrounding countryside. Families are welcome. Walk – jog – or run it.
  • Sat 21 Jun 2025
  • £10 + £100 fundraising
Cirencester, Gloucestershire, UK

Cirencester 10km

Macmillan Cancer Support

A looped 10 km route from our main Cirencester basecamp – taking in the wonderful surrounding countryside. Families are welcome. Walk – jog – or run it.

  • 10 km trail running + 200 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 2025
  • 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 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 2025
  • 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 2025
  • 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 2025
  • £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 2025
  • £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

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 9 Mar 2025
  • £25 + £300 fundraising
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, UK

TTP Cambridge Half Marathon

Macmillan Cancer Support

One of the UK's favourite half marathons will once again take runners past a number of historic landmarks, into beautiful Cambridgeshire countryside and into the grounds of two iconic Colleges.

  • 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.
  • Sun 6 Apr 2025
  • £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 Leeds Half Marathon is Yorkshire’s biggest and probably loudest event of its kind and features an exhilarating city centre finish in Millenium Square with great atmosphere throughout!
  • Sun 11 May 2025
  • £25 + £250 fundraising
Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK

Leeds Half Marathon

Macmillan Cancer Support

The Leeds Half Marathon is Yorkshire’s biggest and probably loudest event of its kind and features an exhilarating city centre finish in Millenium Square with great atmosphere throughout!

  • 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.
  • Sun 18 May 2025
  • £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
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 2025.
  • Sun 18 May 2025
  • £30 + £300 fundraising
London, UK

Hackney Half Marathon

Macmillan Cancer Support

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 2025.

  • 13.1 miles road running
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.
  • Sun 25 May 2025
  • FREE + £300 fundraising
Edinburgh, UK

Edinburgh Half Marathon

Macmillan Cancer Support

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
The UK’s biggest 24 hour relay 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 2025
  • £45 + £300 fundraising
Wetherby, West Yorkshire, UK

Endure24 | Leeds

Macmillan Cancer Support

The UK’s biggest 24 hour relay 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 2025
  • 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
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 2025!
  • Sun 7 Sep 2025
  • £49 + £395 fundraising
Newcastle, Tyne and Wear, UK

Great North Run

Macmillan Cancer Support

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 2025!

  • Half marathon
  • Sun 28 Sep 2025
  • £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 2025
  • £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
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 2025
  • £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
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 2025
  • 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 2025
  • £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
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 2025.
  • Sun 6 Apr 2025
  • £30 + £600 fundraising
Brighton, East Sussex, UK

Brighton Marathon

Macmillan Cancer Support

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 2025.

  • 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 2025
  • £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
Sample the delights of the Jurassic Coast on this marathon challenge, taking in 42km of stunning Dorset scenery on a fully supported marathon, with a coastal finish at the iconic Lulworth Cove.
  • Sat 17 May 2025
  • £20 + £375 fundraising
Wareham, Dorset, UK

Weymouth Marathon

Macmillan Cancer Support

Sample the delights of the Jurassic Coast on this marathon challenge, taking in 42km of stunning Dorset scenery on a fully supported marathon, with a coastal finish at the iconic Lulworth Cove.

  • 42 km trail running + 1100 m ascent
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.
  • Sat 24 - Sun 25 May 2025
  • £20 + £375 fundraising
Crawley, West Sussex, UK

Sussex Marathon

Macmillan Cancer Support

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.

  • 42 km trail running + 700 m ascent
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!
  • Sun 25 May 2025
  • FREE + £750 fundraising
Edinburgh, UK

Edinburgh Marathon

Macmillan Cancer Support

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
Starting from our Kendal Base Camp, it’s up the Longsleddale Valley, and over the testing Garburn Pass with stunning 360 views towards Windermere, and then on to Ambleside & Rydal Water.
  • Sat 7 Jun 2025
  • £20 + £375 fundraising
Kendal, Cumbria, UK

Lakes Marathon

Macmillan Cancer Support

Starting from our Kendal Base Camp, it’s up the Longsleddale Valley, and over the testing Garburn Pass with stunning 360 views towards Windermere, and then on to Ambleside & Rydal Water.

  • 42 km trail running + 1200 m ascent
The UK’s biggest 24 hour relay 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 2025
  • £45 + £300 fundraising
Wetherby, West Yorkshire, UK

Endure24 | Leeds

Macmillan Cancer Support

The UK’s biggest 24 hour relay 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 2025
  • £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
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 2025
  • £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.

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.
  • Sat 3 May 2025
  • £25 + £575 fundraising
Ventnor, Isle of Wight, UK

Isle of Wight Ultra Challenge | Full continuous

Macmillan Cancer Support

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.

  • 106 km multi terrain running + 1960 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 2025
  • £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
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.
  • Sat 3 May 2025
  • £20 + £375 fundraising
Ventnor, Isle of Wight, UK

Isle of Wight Ultra Challenge | 1st Half

Macmillan Cancer Support

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.

  • 52 km trail running + 1100 m ascent
The route is 3/4 of the Full Challenge – so starts at the Chale basecamp, heads around the fantastic southern section – on to Cowes, and then a final quarter to a finish line at Culver Down.
  • Sat 3 - Sun 4 May 2025
  • £22.50 + £475 fundraising
Ventnor, Isle of Wight, UK

Isle of Wight Ultra Challenge | 3/4 Challenge

Macmillan Cancer Support

The route is 3/4 of the Full Challenge – so starts at the Chale basecamp, heads around the fantastic southern section – on to Cowes, and then a final quarter to a finish line at Culver Down.

  • 82 km trail running
A NEW looped route setting out from the Chale basecamp, that gives you the best of the Island’s dramatic scenery along famous southern coastline to the iconic ‘Needles’.
  • Sat 3 May 2025
  • £20 + £375 fundraising
Ventnor, Isle of Wight, UK

Isle of Wight Ultra Challenge | Southern Loop

Macmillan Cancer Support

A NEW looped route setting out from the Chale basecamp, that gives you the best of the Island’s dramatic scenery along famous southern coastline to the iconic ‘Needles’.

  • 50 km trail running
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.
  • Sat 3 May 2025
  • £20 + £375 fundraising
Cowes, Isle of Wight, UK

Isle of Wight Ultra Challenge | 2nd Half

Macmillan Cancer Support

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.

  • 54 km trail running + 980 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 2025
  • £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 2025
  • £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
Take on the full 100km challenge across two days, to enjoy the entirety of the route during daylight, with camping options at the halfway Basecamp in Weymouth.
  • Sat 17 - Sun 18 May 2025
  • £25 + £575 fundraising
Wareham, Dorset, UK

Jurassic Coast Ultra Challenge | Full 100km over 2 days

Macmillan Cancer Support

Take on the full 100km challenge across two days, to enjoy the entirety of the route during daylight, with camping options at the halfway Basecamp in Weymouth.

  • 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 & the finish line at Bridport.
  • Sat 17 May 2025
  • £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 & the finish line at Bridport.

  • 76 km trail running
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 2025
  • £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 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
  • Sat 24 May 2025
  • £20 + £375 fundraising
Richmond, UK

London 2 Brighton Ultra Challenge | 1st Half

Macmillan Cancer Support

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

  • 56 km trail running
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.
  • Sat 24 May 2025
  • £25 + £575 fundraising
Richmond, UK

London 2 Brighton Ultra Challenge | Full 100km continuous

Macmillan Cancer Support

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.

  • 100 km trail running + 1500 m ascent
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.
  • Sat 24 - Sun 25 May 2025
  • £25 + £575 fundraising
Richmond, UK

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

Macmillan Cancer Support

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.

  • 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 on over the South Downs & the finish line at Brighton Racecourse.
  • Sat 24 - Sun 25 May 2025
  • £22.50 + £475 fundraising
Brighton, East Sussex, 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 on over the South Downs & the finish line at Brighton Racecourse.

  • 75 km trail running + 1300 m ascent
Take on the full 100km challenge, starting from Kendal Base Camp, a fully supported ultra. making a glorious loop of the spectacular south Lakes.
  • Sun 1 - Sun 8 Jun 2025
  • £25 + £575 fundraising
Kendal, Cumbria, UK

Lake District Ultra Challenge | Full 100km continuous

Macmillan Cancer Support

Take on the full 100km challenge, starting from Kendal Base Camp, a fully supported ultra. making a glorious loop of the spectacular south Lakes.

  • 100 km trail running + 2500 m ascent
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.
  • Sat 7 - Sun 8 Jun 2025
  • £25 + £575 fundraising
Kendal, Cumbria, UK

Lake District Ultra Challenge | Full 100km over 2 days

Macmillan Cancer Support

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.

  • 100 km trail running + 2500 m ascent
Take on the first half of the full 100km challenge, starting from Basecamp in Kendal to the far side of the beautiful Lake Windermere.
  • Sat 7 Jun 2025
  • £20 + £375 fundraising
Kendal, Cumbria, UK

Lake District Ultra Challenge | 1st Half

Macmillan Cancer Support

Take on the first half of the full 100km challenge, starting from Basecamp in Kendal to the far side of the beautiful Lake Windermere.

  • 50 km trail running + 1300 m ascent
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.
  • Sat 7 - Sun 8 Jun 2025
  • £20 + £375 fundraising
Ulverston, Cumbria, UK

Lake District Ultra Challenge | 2nd Half

Macmillan Cancer Support

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.

  • 50 km trail running + 1200 m ascent
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.
  • Sat 21 Jun 2025
  • £20 + £375 fundraising
Cirencester, Gloucestershire, UK

Cotswold Way Ultra Challenge | 1st Half

Macmillan Cancer Support

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.

  • 53 km trail running + 1600 m ascent
Take on a 100km challenge, making a fully supported loop from Cirencester, exploring the picturesque, undulating terrain of the Cotswolds on a spectacular challenge.
  • Sat 21 - Sun 22 Jun 2025
  • £25 + £575 fundraising
Cirencester, Gloucestershire, UK

Cotswold Way Ultra Challenge | Full 100km continuous

Macmillan Cancer Support

Take on a 100km challenge, making a fully supported loop from Cirencester, exploring the picturesque, undulating terrain of the Cotswolds on a spectacular challenge.

  • 100 km trail running + 2250 m ascent
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.
  • Sat 21 - Sun 22 Jun 2025
  • £25 + £575 fundraising
Cirencester, Gloucestershire, UK

Cotswold Way Ultra Challenge | Full 100km over 2 days

Macmillan Cancer Support

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.

  • 100 km trail running + 2250 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 2025
  • £30 + £330 fundraising
Chichester, West Sussex, UK

Race to the King | 50K Coastal

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 - Sun 22 Jun 2025
  • £40 + £550 fundraising
Chichester, West Sussex, UK

Race to the King | 100K Non-stop

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 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 2025
  • £22.50 + £475 fundraising
Cirencester, 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
Take on a gently undulating route, departing either on Saturday evening or Sunday morning, to explore the beautiful route between Wotton and Cirencester.
  • Sat 21 - Sun 22 Jun 2025
  • £20 + £375 fundraising
Cirencester, Gloucestershire, UK

Cotswold Way Ultra Challenge | 2nd Half

Macmillan Cancer Support

Take on a gently undulating route, departing either on Saturday evening or Sunday morning, to explore the beautiful route between Wotton and Cirencester.

  • 47 km trail running + 650 m ascent
The half-distance option of the Peak District Challenge, making a loop from Bakewell Basecamp exploring 50km of picturesque Derbyshire scenery.
  • Sat 28 Jun 2025
  • £20 + £375 fundraising
Bakewell, Derbyshire, UK

Peak District Ultra Challenge | 1st Half

Macmillan Cancer Support

The half-distance option of the Peak District Challenge, making a loop from Bakewell Basecamp exploring 50km of picturesque Derbyshire scenery.

  • 53 km trail running + 1250 m ascent
Take on a 100km challenge, starting and finishing at the Bakewell Showground on a fully supported exploration of the beautiful Peak District National Park.
  • Sat 28 - Sun 29 Jun 2025
  • £25 + £575 fundraising
Bakewell, Derbyshire, UK

Peak District Ultra Challenge | Full 100km continuous

Macmillan Cancer Support

Take on a 100km challenge, starting and finishing at the Bakewell Showground on a fully supported exploration of the beautiful Peak District National Park.

  • 100 km trail running + 2150 m ascent
Undertake the full 100km challenge, split over two days, to allow a good nights rest and appreciate the glorious scenery during the daytime.
  • Sat 28 - Sun 29 Jun 2025
  • £25 + £575 fundraising
Bakewell, Derbyshire, UK

Peak District Ultra Challenge | Full 100km over 2 days

Macmillan Cancer Support

Undertake the full 100km challenge, split over two days, to allow a good nights rest and appreciate the glorious scenery during the daytime.

  • 100 km trail running + 2150 m ascent
From the idyllic basecamp hub in Bakewell, charity challengers will head into the fabulous Peak District National Park on a route from 10 miles right up to the full 100km with full support!
  • Sat 28 - Sun 29 Jun 2025
  • £22.50 + £475 fundraising
Bakewell, Derbyshire, UK

Peak District Ultra Challenge | 3/4 Challenge

Macmillan Cancer Support

From the idyllic basecamp hub in Bakewell, charity challengers will head into the fabulous Peak District National Park on a route from 10 miles right up to the full 100km with full support!

  • 73 km trail running
The half distance option of the Peak District Challenge, making a loop from Bakewell Basecamp exploring 50km of picturesque Derbyshire scenery.
  • Sat 28 - Sun 29 Jun 2025
  • £20 + £375 fundraising
Bakewell, Derbyshire, UK

Peak District Ultra Challenge | 2nd Half

Macmillan Cancer Support

The half distance option of the Peak District Challenge, making a loop from Bakewell Basecamp exploring 50km of picturesque Derbyshire scenery.

  • 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 2025
  • £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 Race to the Stones ultramarathon in one go. Fully supported through day and night on an incredibly scenic and historic route.
  • Sat 12 Jul 2025
  • £50 + £550 fundraising
Watlington, Oxfordshire, UK

Race to the Stones | 100K Non-stop

Macmillan Cancer Support

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.

  • 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 2025
  • £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 2025
  • £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 2025
  • £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 2025
  • £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 2025
  • £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 2025
  • £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 2025
  • £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 22 Jun 2025
  • £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 2025
  • £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 2025
  • £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 2025
  • £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
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 2025
  • £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