World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF UK)
Registered charity number 1000739
World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF UK) is committed to preventing cancer. We fund cutting edge scientific research & provide people with the information they need to reduce their cancer risk. About a third of cancers can be prevented through regular physical activity, a healthy diet, & maintenance of a healthy weight. By spreading the good news that cancer can be prevented, WCRF UK hopes that many thousands of lives will be saved.
World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF UK) offers a variety of events to participate in and raise valuable donations to support the charity. Check out the events below for more information.
Cycling
Linking the two classic cities of Paris and Geneva, with a fabulous Tour de France climb, makes this a challenge you won’t forget in a hurry all whilst raising thousands for your chosen charity.
Prepare to be overwhelmed by Vietnam's natural contrasting beauty - from the patchwork of bright green rice paddies to the rugged mountains and white sandy beaches you can't fail to be bewitched by its traditional charm!
Running
Be part of the Doitforcharity run series and take part in the London event whilst raising funds for your favourite charity! The Doitforcharity.com London 5km will take place on Sunday 13th June - register your interest today and make sure you are part of it!!
Be part of the Doitforcharity run series and take part in the Manchester event whilst raising funds for your favourite charity! The Doitforcharity.com Manchester 5km will take place on Sunday 26th September - register your interest today and make sure you are part of it!!
Trekking
With its striking mix of wild volcanic landscape dotted with streaming lava fields, icecaps, glaciers, waterfalls, bubbling hot springs and geysers, the stunning Icelandic landscape is one you will never forget...
Join us on the trip of a lifetime as we trek the Great Wall, visit Beijing and even get the chance to take on a giant 400ft zip slide!!
Located on the North Eastern tip of Tanzania Mount Kilimanjaro is one of the world's highest peaks and a truly amazing spectacle!
With awe-inspiring views of the Himalaya, our trek across the Annapurna range offers an unforgettable experience.
Uk Events
Take on some of the UK's fastest whitewater courses whilst raising funds for our charity. No experience is required as all training and equipment is provided and if you raise enough in sponsorship you get to take part for free!
Freefall at over 120mph with one of our 10,000 feet tandem skydives – and if you raise the minimum sponsorship money you get to skydive for FREE!
Take the first part of a professional skydivers course and skydive solo from 10,000 feet – and if you raise the minimum sponsorship money you get to skydive for FREE!
Take a day’s training and learn how to make a 3,000 feet solo parachute jump – and if you raise the minimum sponsorship money you will get to jump for FREE!