About Shine
Shine is Cancer Research UK’s night-time walking marathon, open to men, women and children aged 13 and over. Since 2010 38,000 people have taken part in Shine to raise £9 million towards beating all types of cancer.
What is Shine?
Unite with your family and friends, wear bright clothing, lights and glow sticks and walk a full or half marathon. The money you raise will go towards translational research, which will help to bring new treatments to patients faster.
Find out more about Shine and how you can help us bring forward the day when all cancers are cured.
About Cancer Research UK
Cancer Research UK pioneers life-saving research to bring forward the day when all cancers are cured.
Learn about Cancer Research UK and why we believe that united we are stronger than cancer.
About translational research
Shine allows you to raise money for translational research into new treatments for all types of cancer, OR raise money specifically for one of 12 cancer types.
Find out about translational research
Our progress
Cancer Research UK has made a huge impact on the fight against cancer.
Read about the fantastic progress we've made over the past ten years and why your support is vital.
Our other events
Find out about the many other events you can get involved in to support Cancer Research UK. There really is something for everyone.
Our partners
Find out more about our official Shine partners, how we work together, and how your business can get involved and help support Shine.
Shine event rules
See a complete list of the Shine event rules for information about the night of your event and how you should prepare in advance.
Contact us
Contact us with any queries or questions about your Shine event, or if you'd like to know more about how you can support Cancer Research UK.