Sports and Challenges

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Dan Solley
Head of Sports Events
020 7504 2225

Matthew Lawley
Running & Triathlon Manager
020 7504 2231

Matt Short
Cycling Manager
020 7504 2209

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The Sports team
Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research
39 - 40 Eagle Street
London
WC1R 4TH

Sports & challenges

Join our team. Be unstoppable.

Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research is the only UK charity dedicated to research into all blood cancers, including leukaemia, lymphoma and myeloma.

Our determined fundraisers take on all sorts of challenges to beat blood cancer: whether it’s an Olympic Triathlon or a bike ride around a local town, climbing Kilimanjaro or a walk in the park - whatever interests you, we’d love you to do it as part of our team to raise money for our life-saving research. Join our team. Be unstoppable.

We will not stop until we have beaten blood cancer.

  • Upcoming events

  • Recent events

      • Southend Bikeathon Sun, 02/09/2012 - 08:30

        Our 18th Southend Bikeathon took place on a sunny Sunday 2nd September 2012.

      • Wakefield Bikeathon Sun, 07/10/2012 - 10:00

        Thanks to everyone who joined us for the fantastic Wakefield Bikeathon on Sunday 7 October 2012.

      • Bath Bikeathon Sun, 16/09/2012 - 11:00

        The Bath Bikeathon returned on Sunday 16th September with another fantastic day out enjoyed by all our riders.

      • London to Paris bike ride 2012 Thu, 21/06/2012 - 08:00

        Our team of riders battled rain and wind en route to Paris and arrived in sunshine and a shower of champagne. A great weekend and a fortune raised for the Trials Acceleration Programme.

      • Wiggle Southern Rough Ride 2012 Sun, 11/03/2012 - 08:30

        This classic South Downs Mountain Bike route starts in Storrington and takes in a number of leg warming hill and exciting descents on the Downs.

      • Bracknell & Wokingham Junior Bikeathon Sat, 19/05/2012 - 10:00

        The Bracknell & Wokingham Junior Bikeathon is back and promises to be a great day out for all the family, with a BBQ, face-painting, tombola and lots more! Join us at the fantastic Look Out Discovery Centre for a great cycling route suitable for all ages. 

      • Wiggle Cornwall Tor 2012 Sun, 29/04/2012 - 08:00

        It's Cornwall's biggest sportive challenge!

      • London Revolution Mon, 28/05/2012 - 23:00

        2 days, 180 miles, 2,500 riders, 1 iconic city. Join the cycling revolution and celebrate an incredible year for the capital.

      • Wiggle Tour of the Peak Sun, 27/05/2012 - 08:00

        A picturesque bike ride in the Peak District, taking in some of the country's toughest cycling climbs and favourite beauty spots.

      • Southern Sportive 2012 Sun, 09/09/2012 - 07:00

        The classic Southern Sportive route now has Super Sportive option! Will you pick up the gauntlet and take on the 200km challenge?

      • Festival of Sport Thu, 13/09/2012 - 23:00

        Come along to the 'Glastonbury' of mass participation sport!

      • Lap the Lough 2012 Sun, 26/08/2012 - 08:30

        Lap The Lough is a annual Cycle challenge around Lough Neagh, the largest lake in Ireland and Britain.

      • Wiggle New Forest 100 Saturday Sportive 2012 Sat, 06/10/2012 - 07:00

        Selling out in its first 3 years, ‘The New Forest 100 Sportive’, is back...

      • Wiggle South Downs Epic MTB Ride 2012 Sun, 24/06/2012 - 07:00

        What is better than riding some smooth flowing single and double tracks on the longest weekend of the year?

      • Wiggle New Forest 100 Sunday Sportive 2012 Sun, 07/10/2012 - 07:00

        Selling out in its first 3 years, ‘The New Forest 100 Sportive’, is back...

      • Great Manchester Cycle Mon, 04/06/2012 - 07:00

        Ride with Rebecca Romero, current Olympic Champion at a truly unique event in the heart of Manchester the newest addition to one of the UK's best mass participation event organiser's calendar. Choose between 13, 26 & 52 miles on closed roads, giving you an unparalleled ride across Manchester.

      • London Bikeathon Sun, 16/09/2012 - 07:00

        On Sunday 16 September thousands of cyclists were out in force for the 2012 London Bikeathon. Many thanks to all the people riding with our Unstoppable team and those who came to volunteer and support.

      • Deloitte Ride Across Britain Sat, 08/09/2012 - 06:00

        The Deloitte Ride Across Britain is the ultimate way to take on the classic Land’s End to John O’Groats challenge.

      • The Alpine Mountain Bike Challenge Tue, 17/07/2012 - 23:00

        Cycle through the French Alps this summer and help beat blood cancer.

      • Pedal for Petrov Tue, 04/09/2012 - 11:00

        Aston Villa masseurs Alex Butler and Andrew Smith are cycling to Villa Park from Stiliyan Petrov's former club Celtic. 

      • Great Wall of China Cycle Challenge Sat, 13/04/2013 - 08:00

        This incredibly scenic challenge covers a route along one of the world’s best known UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

      • Land's End to John O'Groats Cycle Tue, 30/04/2013 - 08:00

        Cycling from Land’s End to John O’Groats, the furthest possible distance in the British Isles, is a classic challenge that many dream of.

      • Cuban Revolution Cycle Fri, 08/03/2013 - 08:00

        Cycle from coast to coast in Cuba and help beat blood cancer.

      • Willen Lake Bikeathon 2013 Sun, 28/04/2013 - 09:00

        Join us in Milton Keynes for our first Bikeathon of the year at Willen Lake.

      • Vyrnwy Bikeathon 2013 Sun, 19/05/2013 - 10:00

        Take on the mountains of mid-Wales with some spectacular views at the Vyrnwy Bikeathon.

      • The Unstoppable Fundraising Awards Wed, 30/01/2013 - 19:00

        The unstoppable fundraising awards showcased the amazing work of some of our unstoppable fundraisers. 

      • Wiggle Cheshire Cat 2013 Sun, 24/03/2013 - 08:00

        Britain's biggest and best spring sportive

      • Wiggle Coasting in Cornwall Sun, 21/04/2013 - 09:00

        Coasting in Cornwall is the big new Cornish sportive

      • London Revolution Sat, 18/05/2013 - 08:00

        London Revolution the capital’s top weekend of cycling!

      • Bristol Bikeathon 2013 Sun, 12/05/2013 - 10:00

        The Bristol Bikeathon returns in 2013, bigger and better than ever.

      • Grimsby Bikeathon 2013 Sun, 12/05/2013 - 09:30

        We are pleased to announce the return of the Grimsby Bikeathon. This will be the 15th Grimsby Bikeathon, please help us make it a record-breaker!

      • Bath Half Marathon Sun, 03/03/2013 - 11:00

        The Bath Half Marathon is one of the longest established and most popular city centre road events in the UK.

      • Fleet Half Marathon Sun, 17/03/2013 - 10:30

        The Asics Fleet Half Marathon is now in it's 32nd year. It's the ideal warm-up for the Brighton and London Marathons in April.

      • Reading Half Marathon Sun, 17/03/2013 - 09:00

        A hugely popular event that sells out every year. Over 17,000 now take part. A great warm up for the London Marathon.

      • New York Marathon Sun, 04/11/2012 - 09:00

        Why not join our Unstoppable team and take part in one of the largest marathons in the world?

      • Milton Keynes Marathon Mon, 06/05/2013 - 09:00

        This is a city marathon with a difference.  With 4,500 acres of woodlands, lakesides, parks and landscaped areas within the city boundary, Milton Keynes is the ideal venue for a Green Marathon.

      • MK Unstoppable 10k Run Sun, 02/09/2012 - 10:00

        A fantastic new run set in the beautiful surroundings of Caldecotte Lake, Milton Keynes. Run by our local Milton Keynes branch this event features something for everyone.

      • Greater Manchester Marathon Sun, 28/04/2013 - 09:00

        Got a place in the 2013 Greater Manchester Marathon? Join our Unstoppables team and run to beat blood cancer.

      • Men’s Health Survival Challenge Sat, 17/11/2012 - 09:00

        Men's Health Survival is a high-octane urban-based running event with obstacles designed to keep you on your toes.

      • Santa Dash 2012 Sun, 09/12/2012 - 09:30

        Hundreds of santas painted the town red in a fun-filled festive race - and raised money for Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research

      • Riga Marathon Sun, 19/05/2013 - 08:30

        If you feel that a run and weekend break in Riga is just what you need, sign up for this years Riga Marathon or Half Marathon.

      • Snowdonia Half Marathon Sun, 28/04/2013 - 12:00

        A stunning race set in the beautiful Snowdonia national park

      • The Unstoppable Fundraising Awards Wed, 30/01/2013 - 19:00

        The unstoppable fundraising awards showcased the amazing work of some of our unstoppable fundraisers. 

      • Great Welsh Marathon 2013 Sun, 21/04/2013 - 09:00

        Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research is excited to announce that we are the "OFFICIAL" charity of Great Welsh Marathon 2013

      • Great Welsh Half Marathon 2013 Sun, 21/04/2013 - 09:00

        Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research is excited to announce that we are the "OFFICIAL" charity of Great Welsh Half Marathon 2013

      • Toshiba Windsor Triathlon Sun, 17/06/2012 - 05:00

        Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research are proud to be the official charity for The Royal Windsor Triathlon organised by Human Race.

      • Eton SuperSprints Sat, 19/05/2012 - 08:30

        Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research are proud to be the official charity for the popular Eton SuperSprint triathlons organised by Human Race.

      • Maidstone Triathlon Sun, 24/06/2012 - 08:00

        In celebration of Maidstone hosting the Olympic torch, we're delighted to announce a brand new triathlon for 2012. 

      • The Unstoppable Fundraising Awards Wed, 30/01/2013 - 19:00

        The unstoppable fundraising awards showcased the amazing work of some of our unstoppable fundraisers. 

      • Westwood Walkies Forget Me Not Walk Sun, 21/04/2013 - 10:00

        Hull & East Riding Fundraising Group are holding their 3nd annual walk for dogs and their owners around Beverley racecourse. Well behaved owners and their dogs are invited to join us for the walk!

      • Einstein on Tor Sat, 31/12/2011 - 10:00

        Throughout 2011 Joe Rowing is attempting to climb every Tor on Dartmoor, quite a challenge. If you feel like joining him for an ascent or two then he would be more than happy to show you the way.

      • Durham Forget Me Not Walk Sat, 28/04/2012 - 10:00

        Durham City Branch held another very successful FMNW in April to help raise funds for Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research.

      • Beefy's Great British Walk - Gibside Estate, Newcastle & Gateshead Fri, 13/04/2012 - 11:00

        Join Sir Ian in Newcastle as he walks to beat blood cancers.

      • Beefy's Great British Walk - Nostell Priory, Leeds Sat, 14/04/2012 - 12:00

        Beefy walks in Leeds to beat blood cancers.

      • Beefy's Great British Walk - Tatton Park, Manchester Sun, 15/04/2012 - 12:00

        Beefy walks in Manchester to beat blood cancers.

      • Beefy's Great British Walk - Longshaw Estate, Sheffield Mon, 16/04/2012 - 11:30

        Beefy walks in Sheffield to beat blood cancers.

      • Beefy's Great British Walk - Bure Valley Railway Footpath, Norwich Thu, 19/04/2012 - 12:00

        Beefy walks in Norwich to beat blood cancers.

      • Beefy's Great British Walk - Wimpole Estate, Cambridge Fri, 20/04/2012 - 11:00

        Beefy walks in Cambridge to beat blood cancers.

      • Beefy's Great British Walk - Ham House and Garden, Richmond, London Sat, 21/04/2012 - 11:00

        Beefy walks in London to beat blood cancers.

      • Bath Branch Spring Walk Sun, 13/05/2012 - 09:00

        Come along and enjoy a scenic off road walk led by The Cotswolds Voluntary Wardens whilst helping to raise funds for Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research.

      • Patricia Ann Burnett Memorial Sponsored Walk Sat, 23/06/2012 - 08:00

        Supporters joined us for a fundraising walk in memory of Patricia Ann Burnett to help beat blood cancers, which took place in the beautiful Rushcliffe Country Park.

      • Weston Walk Sun, 20/05/2012 - 10:00

        Come and join our Bristol Branch for their Weston Walk this May. 

      • Langley School 24 hour walk Sat, 05/05/2012 - 11:00

        Langley School in Norwich are hosting a 24 hour fundraising walk this May.

      • The Blackwater Forget Me Not Walk Sat, 22/09/2012 - 09:00

        This Marathon Walk in September is open to everyone over 12 years of age. The walk is organised by Sandra and John Reeve.

      • Taunton Mayoral Forget Me Not Walk Sun, 21/10/2012 - 14:00

        Enjoy the beauty of the Tone Riverside Park, The Children’s Wood and the Bridgwater to Taunton Canal whilst raising funds for The Taunton Mayor’s Charity.

      • The Unstoppable Fundraising Awards Wed, 30/01/2013 - 19:00

        The unstoppable fundraising awards showcased the amazing work of some of our unstoppable fundraisers. 

      • Bramcote & Wollaton Branch Walk 2013 Sat, 11/05/2013 - 08:15

        Join our Bramcote & Wollaton Sub Branch for their 44th Annual sponsored Walk in Bramcote and walk to beat blood cancer.

      • British Gas Great London Swim Sat, 26/05/2012 - 08:00

        The biggest outdoor swim in the South of England with 5,000 participants in 2011.

      • The Unstoppable Fundraising Awards Wed, 30/01/2013 - 19:00

        The unstoppable fundraising awards showcased the amazing work of some of our unstoppable fundraisers. 

      • MGB Around the Sea Fri, 20/07/2012 - 08:00

        This July two of our supporters will be driving a 1969 MGB Convertible 5300 miles around the Baltic Sea, follow their progress here!

      • Drivathon - London to Mumbai Tue, 14/08/2012 - 08:30

         

        Jay and Lata Desai and family friend Jayesh Patel left Barnet on Tuesday morning to the cheers of friends, family and photographers as they began their quest to travel from London to Mumbai to raise money for the charity.

      • Team DG European Crusade Thu, 27/09/2012 - 08:00

        Dan, Dan and Adam are driving to Italy and back in a £750 car to raise money for Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research.

      • Kilimanjaro Summit Climb - Rongai Route Sat, 16/02/2013 - 08:00

        Summit the world's highest freestanding mountain and help beat blood cancer

      • The Unstoppable Fundraising Awards Wed, 30/01/2013 - 19:00

        The unstoppable fundraising awards showcased the amazing work of some of our unstoppable fundraisers.