Saucony Run Shoreditch Half Marathon 2027

Take on the Saucony Run Shoreditch Half Marathon 2027

Challenge yourself next autumn by taking on the Saucony Run Shoreditch Half Marathon. Race through the vibrant streets of East London on a fully closed-road course, all while helping to fund life-saving cancer research.

Whether you already have your own place or you'd like a charity place, join Team Cancer Research UK in 2027 for the Saucony Run Shoreditch Half Marathon, and play your part in supporting vital cancer research.

Choose your entry option

About the Shoreditch Half Marathon

Starting and finishing in Shoreditch Park, this 13.1-mile route takes you through local neighbourhoods including Hoxton, De Beauvoir, Newington Green and Stoke Newington. Along the way, you'll experience energetic crowds, live entertainment and a unique race day atmosphere. Whether you're chasing a personal best or taking on your first half marathon, it's an unforgettable way to experience one of London's most creative and dynamic areas.

View the Shoreditch Half Marathon route map

How to join Team Cancer Research UK

Step: 1

Choose your entry option

Decide whether you'll enter with a Charity place or Use your own place.

Step: 2

Sign up

Sign up to get Team Cancer Research UK perks.

Step: 3

Start fundraising

We'll provide support, resources and ideas to help you reach your goal.

Step: 4

Take on your challenge

Cross the finish line and reach your fundraising target!

Why run for Cancer Research UK?

Meet Rika

My favourite moment was the Cancer Research UK cheer point, where my beautiful daughter and incredible husband were cheering me on!

- Rika

Rika joined Team Cancer Research UK in 2025, running in memory of her Mum.

"I relied on Cancer Research UK to learn more about breast cancer when my mum was diagnosed. Educating myself was a productive way to try and process everything. I eventually lost my mum to breast cancer in March 2020. It was a no brainer when it came to choosing a charity to raise money for. My mum was a gym bunny, so I thought she’d find it funny that I was going to be running in her memory. I enjoyed every single mile."

The difference your money makes

£70

£70 could fund a clinical research grant for one day, funding doctors and nurses to find new ways to beat cancer.

£130

£130 could fund a cancer nurse for one day, giving people confidential cancer support and guidance.

£170

£170 could fund a trial for one day to test new radiotherapy techniques for treating bile duct cancer.

Team Cancer Research UK runners receive

A personalised Cancer Research UK running t-shirt or vest

Training tips and plans to help you prepare

Fundraising support to help you smash your target

An official finisher’s medal for completing your race

A post-race reception to celebrate

Support on the day at cheer points along the route

Resources

Your support powers our life-saving research to beat cancer. Discover our resources so you can train with purpose for the event.

Get training support

We've teamed up with experts to give you the best training support and advice for your event. Whether it's your first time training or you're looking to smash a PB, we've got a training plan for you.

Get fundraising support

We're with you every step of your fundraising journey so you can smash your target. Once you've signed up, we'll send you everything you need to get going such as fundraising ideas, top tips, planners and posters.

Get kitted out

We worked with Scimitar to create Cancer Research UK sportswear that’s comfortable, looks great and supports our vital work. 20% of the price of these products will be paid to Cancer Research UK.