"Relay brings the community together, it brings people from all walks of life, all backgrounds, and it really does make a difference."
Myles Godfrey, Area Volunteer Manager
Friendship, fun and fundraising
What is Relay For Life?
Relay For Life is a unique event. It brings together communities, Survivors and those who have been touched by cancer to celebrate life and help raise money for Cancer Research UK.
Local teams of friends, family, neighbours and colleagues fundraise within their local communities throughout the year, raising all they can for the life-saving work of Cancer Research UK. Then get together for a great overnight event of celebration and commemoration that everyone in the community can join in.
At the event people gather at their local race track, park or sports field and take turns walking laps. Each team tries to keep at least one member on the track at all times, whilst all around them a party is in full swing. The teams, their supporters and visitors from the local community create a carnival atmosphere.
Every Relay For Life lasts 12 to 24 hours, runs overnight and includes a Survivors' Lap of Honour and a moving Candle of Hope Ceremony.
Find a Relay near you
Whether you'd like to enter a team or just be there on the day, your local Relay would love to see you! Find your nearest Relay now.
Organise a Relay
If you are committed, energetic and looking to make the difference in your community, why not organise your own Relay For Life? We are always looking for dedicated people to become Relay Chairs, and make a difference.
Learn more about Relay
To learn more about Relay For Life you can: