Orchid Cancer Appeal

Research from male cancer charity Orchid reveals UK men know more about breast and other women's cancers than those which affect only men

1 in 3 men say they're most knowledgeable about breast cancer compared to 1 in 10 men who are familiar with the signs and symptoms of testicular cancer

1 in 10 women say they don't check their breasts compared to 1 in 4 men who don't check their testes

1 in 3 men are not aware they can check themselves for lumps

Only 1 in 5 men admit to being clued up on prostate cancer

1 in 6 men think prostate cancer can affect women

1 in 4 Brits have a family member or close friend with testicular or prostate cancer

Take on the ultimate challenge, run for Orchid and help us to see the back of male cancer.

Were you lucky enough to receive a ballot place in the Virgin London Marathon? Become part of Team Orchid today! There's no minimum sponsorship target and we'll support you all the way from the cold winter nights training, to when you cross the finish line with a well deserved post race reception. Call Anne in the events team on 0207 6018486 for further information

Whether you go for a full marathon or a 5km run you’ll be helping to raise vital funds and awareness for Orchid and ultimately helping us to save men’s lives.

Orchid has guaranteed places in some of the world’s biggest running events including full marathons, half marathons and 10km races. To choose from our list of events please click on the links below.

We also welcome runners who secure their own place in any running event across the country or indeed the world – from 5km fun runs to cross desert marathons! For inspiration on some of the biggest running events to get involved with, see the own place running events list below.

When it comes to supporting our runners, for Orchid it’s our top priority. We fully understand just what it takes to train for and complete a running challenge whilst fundraising at the same time. That's why we'll be there for you from the start with dedicated support throughout!