Events and challenges
Run, walk, skydive or take on a challenge to help fund vital cancer prevention research and support programmes. Every step helps create a future with fewer preventable cancers.
Go the extra mile for cancer prevention
Ever wanted to challenge yourself while making a real difference? Now’s your chance to jog 50 miles in August and raise money for cancer prevention at the same time. Take on the challenge, get moving and help create a healthier future for everyone.
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Take a look at all our events coming up in 2026 and 2027. Which one will you take on first?
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Host your own fundraising event – whether it’s a sponsored walk, bingo night, dance-a-thon – there’s something for everyone
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August has arrived, and so has our fundraising challenge! ⚠️
Could you go the extra mile for cancer prevention? 🏅
Click the ‘Events’ link in our bio to find out more.
#Exercise #London #BreastCancer
Aug 3
“If I can raise an extra proud to give another person the chance to see their loved one get married, I’ll do it.” - @the_beard_goes_running
Earlier this week, we re-introduced you to James, who’s fundraising in memory of the women in his life all taken by cancer.
Every mile, every step and every challenge supporting @wcrfuk helps fund life-changing cancer prevention research 🔬
Hear what keeps James going, then take on a challenge of your own.
Explore our events today at the link in bio 🔗
#Charity #Exercise #Cancer
Jul 31
How have you turned grief into hope in your life?
James’ mum, Julia, was told she had months to live after being diagnosed with bowel cancer. Just six days later, she was gone.
Julia is one of three women in James’ life that cancer has stolen from him.
That’s why he fundraises for cancer prevention research in their names 🏃♂️
We have events and challenges available to help give people, like James, more time with their loved ones.
@tokyomarathonfoundation, @manchestermarathon, even a skydive!
Click the link in our bio to discover them all 🗼
#Exercise #Grief #Charity
Jul 29
What are your plans in August? ☀️
Days at the park. Family holidays. BBQs with friends.
For many mums, August is about creating memories. But for mums like Meera, breast cancer changes everything.
This summer, you can offer hope to families facing cancer by taking on our Jog 50 Miles in August challenge.
Every mile you complete will help fund vital research to improve treatments, advice and support for breast cancer patients.
Whether you jog before the children wake up, squeeze in a lunchtime run or head out with friends after bedtime… everything counts.
Sign up at the link in bio and make your 50 miles matter for mums like Meera 💙
Know someone who would love this challenge? Tag them in the comments and share this post!
#Fundraising #Exercise #Cancer
Jul 27
Prevention is the most sustainable and cost-effective way to reduce the UK`s cancer burden.
As @Andy.Burnham is sworn in as Prime Minister, there is a vital opportunity to turn the ambition of shifting from sickness to prevention into reality!
#PrimeMinister #Parilament #Labour
Jul 20
The deadline is TOMORROW to sign up to run with us at the @Sydney_Marathon!
Last year, over 30,000 people ran with £7.22M raised for charity. Could you fly the flag for us, raising vital funds for cancer prevention in the process?
Sign up via our link in bio.
#Australia #Running #Exercise
Jul 16
This is a must listen 🎧 ⬇️
A fantastic recent episode of BBC Radio 4’s The Food Programme (@bbcfoodprog), exploring all things food and cancer, features our Executive Director of Research and Policy, Dr Panagiota Mitrou!
Hosted by Sheila Dillon (@dillonthought) and produced by Natalie Donovan, this episode questions whether food could play a bigger role in cancer care and prevention.
Link in bio to listen to the full episode 🔗
Jul 14
Checking our drinking is a normal thing
to do. 🥃
We regularly check our eyesight,
teeth and blood pressure - why not our
drinking?
This #AlcoholAwarenessWeek, we`re spotlighting @AlcoholChangeUK. Check out their profile for resources and top tips.
#Wine #Beer #Diet
Jul 12
The record-breaking 1,338,544 people from the UK and around the world who entered the ballot to participate in the 2027 @LondonMarathon have now all discovered their results.
Next year, it will be a double marathon! In a world first, an estimated 100,000 people will take part over the two days.
🏃 If you secured a place and would like to run for a charity, consider ours. There is no set fundraising target to reach.
🏃 If you didn`t secure a place, we have charity spaces! However, do note these have a fundraising target.
Click the link in our bio to discover.
#London #Running #10k
Jul 11
Life with cancer can also look like this.
Meet Ben. He’s living with cancer and embracing laughter, hobbies and reasons to smile! ⛷️
Head over to our website to learn more.
#Cancer #Skiing #Switzerland
Jul 10
Health professionals are in a unique position to support people in making changes that can help reduce their cancer risk. But knowing what to say and how to have those conversations can be challenging.
We have the answer - join our FREE CPD-accredited 90-minute workshop this month!
✔️ Explore the evidence behind our cancer prevention recommendations
✔️ Understand the biological mechanisms that influence cancer risk
✔️ Learn practical behaviour change techniques that can help improve health outcomes in your community
CPD-endorsed by the Association for Nutrition and accredited by the Royal Society for Public Health.
#HealthProfessionals #Nutrition #LifestyleMedicine
Jul 8
Run for us in the Tokyo Marathon! 🏃
Take on one of the world`s most stunning and sought-after marathon majors while raising funds to help prevent cancer and save lives. Sign up via the `Support Us` section of our website.
🇯🇵 @TokyoMarathonFoundation 🇯🇵
#Exercise #Fundraising #10K
Jul 4
Preventing cancer. Saving lives
While society continues to search for a cure, our prevention and survival work helps people to live longer, healthier lives – free from the devastating effects of cancer.