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Walk 62 Miles Challenge

Join the challenge of walking 62 miles in January to raise money and help fund life-saving cancer research

Sign up to the challenge

Join the Walk 62 Miles 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 the supportive Facebook community.

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Walk 62 miles and help raise money for life-saving research.

We're here to support you through every mile

We have lots of tips and resources to help you get started, perfect your miles 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 & sponsorship form.

  • Challenge calendar.

  • Milestone badges & certificate.

Visit our fundraising hub

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Join the community

Meet your fellow walkers and find support and motivation by joining the Walk 62 Miles Challenge Facebook group.

Ask questions, share your journey, celebrate your successes and be part of our walking community.

Visit our Facebook group

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Prepare for the challenge

Want to make sure you're getting the basics right? Need some help with training?

Get guidance on training and how to prepare for your challenge.

Download our training guide(PDF, 78 KB).

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 Walk 62 Miles 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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Prepare for the challenge

Make sure you're all set to take on the Walk 62 Miles Challenge this January, by reading our frequently asked questions before you start your walking journey.

Check our FAQ's page

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