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14 Dips in February Challenge

Complete 14 cold water dips this February and help raise money for life-saving research.

Sign up to the challenge

Join the 14 Dips in February Challenge today and you'll receive a free Cancer Research UK bobble hat, online Giving Page and digital fundraising pack.

How to take part

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Sign up for your free Cancer Research UK bobble hat and online Giving Page.

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Join your team in the Facebook community.

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Complete 14 cold water dips and help raise money for life-saving research.

We're here to support you through every dip

We have lots of tips and resources to help you get started, perfect your dips and achieve your fundraising target.

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Get fundraising support

Our fundraising hub has everything you need to achieve your goals:

  • Fundraising tips and sponsorship form.

  • Challenge calendar.

  • Milestone badges and certificate.

Visit our fundraising hub

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Join the community

Meet your teammates and find support and motivation by joining the 14 Dips in February Challenge Facebook group.

Ask questions, celebrate your successes and be part of our supportive community.

Visit our Facebook group

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Prepare for the challenge

Want to make sure you're getting the basics right?

Get guidance on how to prepare for your challenge.

Download our how to complete your challenge guide(PDF)

The difference your fundraising makes

Nearly 1 in 2 of us will get cancer in our lifetime

, but your fundraising can make a difference.

By taking on the 14 Dips in February Challenge, you're supporting the research that helps power progress.

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£70

could fund a clinical research grant for one day, funding doctors and nurses to find new ways to beat cancer.

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£130

could fund a cancer nurse for one day, giving people confidential cancer support and guidance.

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£170

could fund a trial for one day to test new radiotherapy techniques for treating bile duct cancer.

Your questions answered

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Make sure you're all set to take on the 14 Dips in February Challenge by reading our frequently asked questions before you start your dips journey.

Check our FAQs page

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