Take on the Big Hike challenge 2022
What is the Big Hike challenge?
Cancer Research UK's Big Hike is a series of long distance hiking events set in six stunning locations across the UK.
Take big steps towards beating cancer by hiking through rising hills, river valleys and taking in spectacular views across the countryside.
Whether you're a first-timer or an experienced hiker, explore the great outdoors, take on the challenge and raise money for Cancer Research UK.
Choose your Big Hike challenge
Big Hike South Coast
Saturday 2 July 2022
Hike 25.7 miles through grasslands and villages, along riverbanks and coastal paths where you'll be rewarded with breathtaking views from Beachy head.
Big Hike Brecon Beacons
Sunday 11 September 2022
Hike 24.9 miles along the canal towpath, across the River Usk, and into the mountains, enjoy magnificent views across Brecon and the Beacons range.
Big Hike Jurassic Coast
Saturday 9 July 2022
Hike 25.3 miles along England's only natural World's Heritage Site, inscribed by UNESCO for the outstanding beauty of its rocks, fossils, and landforms.
Big Hike Loch Lomond
Saturday 17 September 2022
Hike 24.0 miles on the banks of Loch Lomond where you'll be surrounded by charming villages, rolling countryside and beautiful hills. On a clear day, you might spot the Isle of Arran and the Aisla Craig.
Big Hike Yorkshire Dales
Saturday 3 September 2022
Hike 25.1 miles through rising hills, river valleys and take in spectacular views across the Yorkshire countryside.
Big Hike Peak District
Sunday 25 September 2022
Hike 25.8 miles through magnificent woodlands, past pretty waterfalls and limestone cliffs, and take in beautiful views across the Peak District.
How to take on the challenge
The Big Hike experience
Why take part in Cancer Research's Big Hike
1 in 2 people will get cancer in their lifetime.* We all know someone who is or has been affected.
Cancer Research UK’s pioneering work into the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cancer has helped save millions of lives. Cancer Research UK has been at the heart of the progress that has already seen survival in the UK double in the last 40 years.
Our determination to beat cancer hasn’t faltered and we're more focussed than ever on our ambition of seeing 3 in 4 people survive their cancer by 2034. Every donation you receive will help us reach that goal. Participating in a Big Hike event while raising money means that you can be part of that fight against cancer.
We're with you every step of the way
Once you've signed up, we'll send you everything you need to reach your fundraising target. You'll receive emails in the lead up to your challenge as well as an event pack nearer the time.
You'll receive by email:
- A fundraising pack
- Training plan and top fundraising tips
- Sponsor form and sponsor a mile form
- Access to our Strava community
- Your own online giving page
- A detailed route map
- Your personal hiker number with timing chip
Your Big Hike event pack will include:
- Letter with checklist for what you'll need on the day
- Motivational back sign
- Your personal hiker number
- Cancer Research UK t-shirt or vest
Join the Big Hike challenge and take big steps to beat cancer
*Ahmad AS et al, British Journal of Cancer, 2015