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Cancer Research UK Strava challenge

Use your Strava challenge 30% discount code and help beat cancer

Congratulations on completing our 13.1 Mile Training Challenge on Strava! Ready to take on your next challenge? Use your 30% discount code to join Team Cancer Research UK to take on one of the UK's best running events.

30% off entry fee discount code: TRAIN26

T&Cs apply - please see below for more information

1) Search our wide range of Cancer Research UK sports events and choose one that suits you
2) Sign up to your chosen event using your 30% off entry fee discount code: TRAIN26
3) Join Team Cancer Research UK, get support with your challenge and raise money to help fund life-changing research

Find an event that suits you

Half marathons

You've already completed your Strava half marathon challenge, why not take on your next 13.1 miles?

Marathons

Looking to step up your next challenge? Take on a marathon with Cancer Research UK.

We have places in these top events

Marathon participant smiling and ready to high-five.

Cambridge Half Marathon

Date: Sunday 8 March 2026 Terrain: Flat A one lap half marathon route through the spectacular city of Cambridge!

A Cancer Research UK marathon runner.

Royal Parks Half Marathon

Date: 11 October 2026 Terrain: Flat Taking a scenic route winding through 4 of London's Royal Parks and passing iconic landmarks including the London Eye, Buckingham Palace and the Houses of Parliament.

Lady running ready to high five.

Great South Run

Date: Sunday 17th October 2026 Terrain: Flat A 10- mile running event, with inspiring history, salty air and glorious sea views guaranteed.

A Cancer Research UK Brighton Marathon runner, smiling.

Great Scottish Run Half Marathon

Date: Sunday 4 October 2026 Terrain: Flat One of Scotland's very best road races, taking you past some of the city's most famous attractions.

Woman wearing a CRUK T-shirt running and smiling during the Brighton marathon.

Great Scottish Run 10K

Date: Sunday 4 October 2026 Terrain: Flat With a city centre start and finish, this 10k course is a celebration of everything that is great about Glasgow.

Already have your own place in an event?

If you've already secured your own place, you can use it to join Team Cancer Research UK and fundraise for our vital work. Make sure you've officially signed up with the event organiser and have paid the entry fee, then there’s no extra cost to join our team.

Why run for Cancer Research UK?

Team Cancer Research UK runners receive

Navy blue tshirt.

A personalised Cancer Research UK running t-shirt or vest

sports shoes, icons, running, shoes, trainers, walking.

Training tips and plans to help you prepare

navy blue bucket.

Fundraising support to help you smash your target

Navy blue medal icon.

An official finisher’s medal for completing your race

Blue icon of one person cheering/supporting.

A post-race reception to celebrate

A navy megaphone icon.

Support on the day at cheer points along the route

Not ready to take on another challenge right now?

Three smiling volunteers wearing blue CRUK shirts and colorful leis stand outdoors in front of tree-lined background.

Get involved

There are plenty of other ways to play your part and support Cancer Research UK. From donating, to volunteering and fundraising, check out other ways to get involved.

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    Terms & conditions

    1. Discounts are available to Strava users who cover a half marathon distance across May 2026 [on Strava as part of our Cancer Research UK 13.1 Mile Training Challenge]. 2. We welcome wheelchair users to take on challenges for Cancer Research UK. Please note however that not all events for which the discount can be used will be wheelchair accessible. 3. On completion of the challenge, you will be directed to Cancer Research UK’s website to access the discount code. The discount code will expire midnight (UK time) 30 June 2026. 4. Sign up using the discount code provided at checkout to get 30% off your entry fee to a Cancer Research UK charity place for events taking place in 2026 or 2027, where registration is on cruk.org, excluding the TCS London Marathon, Race for Life, Shine and Big Hike. 5. Only one discount code can be used per order. Codes are available to all UK residents aged 18+ who complete this challenge. 6. Places at Events are limited and are allocated on a first come first serve basis and may be subject to additional third party terms and rules. Promoter: Cancer Research UK.