Hope Events

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Whether you're looking for an informative leisurely lunch or an adventurous cycling excursion, discover the ideal event to attend and contribute to life-changing research.
Below you will find a combination of Hope events and some of those put on by our supporters.

Wing Walk for HOPE! – August
Have you ever wanted to walk through the sky?
Join Hope Against Cancer and wing walk for local cancer research and care!
The available dates are Friday 21st August at Wickenby Airfield, Langworth, Lincoln
And Friday 7th August at Sywell Aerodrome, Hall Farm, Sywell, Northampton
This summer, find HOPE, it soars!
Would you like to see more about this extraordinary experience? Take a look at this YouTube video
It costs £50 to register with a minimum fundraising target of £800
Contact Martin to discover more or
please sign up HERE!

Skydive for HOPE – A day that suits you!
We offer the opportunity to skydive for HOPE at a time that suits you.
This fundraising opportunity presents a chance to take on a new challenge, or, if you have skydived before, to rediscover the euphoria evident on Martin's face!
All while supporting world-class local cancer research.
Please contact Martin who can chat through everything you need to get started!
It costs £70 to register with a minimum fundraising target of £475
Contact Martin to learn more or
please sign up here

If Alice Can, Anyone Can! - 29th August 2026
The sensational 'If Alice Can, Anyone Can' cycle ride in support of Hope Against Cancer returns in 2026 and will be held in loving memory of Alice Greaves.
Take on 125 miles in one day from Old Dalby, Leicestershire to Sheringham, Norfolk.
The 2025 event was an overwhelming success, raising over £114,000!
You can read about it on our blog or click here for our video montage.
If you would like to join us please sign up via the link below or contact us to learn more.

The Hope Ball - 9th October 2026
The sensational Hope Ball is returning after a seven-year furlough!
All the tables have now been sold, but we do have a waiting list in case anyone is unable to make it. Contact us via the buttons below to add your name to this list.
We still have a few sponsorship opportunities remaining, please click here for a PDF outlining all the details.
Our headline sponsors are: AVC, BHW, Dalycom, Kazzoo, Market Harborough Building Society, NIS Signs, Noble Day Associates, RDL Technologies, Stoneygate Eye Hospital and Sherwin Hall Kitchens
We have partnered with Creative Triangle, Light J Studios, Premier Events and Trophies Plus Medals to make this a very special evening.

Run Leicester - 11th October 2026
Run Leicester for Hope Against Cancer!
Choose between 10K or a Half Marathon distance.
We will provide a Hope running top and offer training runs through the year to help you meet your fellow Hope runners in a relaxed and worthwhile setting.
Sign up for £25 | Minimum fundraising £100
Contact Martin to learn more or
please sign up here

Hope Business Club Lunch - 29th October 2026
Join us for the always inspiring Hope Business Club Lunch at Leicester Racecourse.
Meet like-minded businesses people from across our region, hear from our incredible speakers, enjoy some excellent food and support world-leading local cancer research and care.
Please email Tracey to discover more.

London Marathon 2027 - 24th April 2027
The London Marathon is the most famous marathon in the world, it is also one of the largest fundraising events ever held and to support this, the event is growing!
In 2027, we have Saturday places for this iconic marathon.
To join us, please fill in the application form to enter the draw for one of our ten places.
Sign up for £100 | Minimum fundraising £2500

It's a Knockout! - 30th September 2027
Join us at the Leicestershire County Cricket Club for It's A Knockout!
Fun, ridiculous, amazing! An event you won't soon forget!
Bring your team of 8 - 10 and laugh your way through inflatable obstacle courses, race in silly outfits and take on the challenge!
To get involved, please contact Tracey via the links below.
A range of fantastic sponsorship opportunities are available - speak to Tracey to learn more!
Sign up for £250 per team | Minimum fundraising £1000 per team




