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Vitality Westminster Mile 2026

Walk, jog or run for families affected by cancer

Date

26 September 2026

Location

St James’s Park, London

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One Mile, Lasting Impact

Vitality Westminster Mile

Date: Saturday, 26 September 2026
Location: St James’s Park, London
Distance: 1 Mile

On Saturday 26 September, to celebrate joining forces, we’re inviting supporters of the Ruth Strauss Foundation and Maggie’s to come together to run, walk or jog the famous Vitality Westminster Mile.

You’ll be joining thousands of participants for this fun and inclusive event for all ages and abilities, taking in some of London’s most famous landmarks while enjoying a great family day out. Best of all, it’s the only mile event that finishes directly outside Buckingham Palace.

By taking on the mile for the Ruth Strauss Foundation and Maggie’s, you’ll be supporting families affected by cancer. With six million more people expected to receive a cancer diagnosis between now and 2040, joining forces means we can extend our reach and breadth of support to help more people and families impacted by cancer.

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Ready for Race Day?

What’s Included on the Day

  • Entry to the Vitality Westminster Mile 2026

  • An official event t-shirt

  • A commemorative finisher medal

  • Access to the Vitality Wellness Festival and family-friendly activities in Green Park

REGISTRATION FEES
  • Adult – £12
  • 11-17 years – £7
  • Under 11 – Free

Support Families

Fundraising Commitment

We ask participants to aim to raise a suggested minimum of £50. Every donation helps the Ruth Strauss Foundation and Maggie’s reach more people and families affected by cancer.

Here’s what your fundraising could make possible:

£50 could help fund a parent’s peer support group session, providing connection, understanding and vital emotional support from others in similar situations.

£75 could help us provide a dedicated session with our Family Support Team, offering practical guidance and emotional support tailored to a family’s needs.

£100 could fund the online training of one teacher, equipping them with the skills and confidence to support a child facing grief in the classroom.

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Fun for Everyone

What’s Happening at the Vitality Wellness Festival

Following a fantastic festival last year, many of the much-loved activities will return to Green Park this September as part of the Vitality Westminster Mile. The Vitality Wellness Festival is a free, open-to-all celebration of movement, wellbeing and fun for the whole family.

There will be activities and taster sessions for all ages throughout the day, including:

  • The much-loved Vitality Tumbleator

  • Family yoga sessions

  • Children’s crafts, bubbles and creative activities in the Kids Crafts & Daily Mile area, with free t-shirts available in the Mental Health zone

  • Have-a-go cricket

  • Netball activities

  • Sports challenges from London Youth Games, The FA, Scouts and the Royal Parks Learning Centre

  • Football challenges

  • Basketball shoot-outs

  • Boxing workshops

  • And more!

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Event Highlights

From Parkland to Palace

A scenic route through St James’s Park, finishing outside Buckingham Palace

Fun for Everyone

Perfect for all ages and abilities, from families to first-time participants

Celebrate Together

Enjoy music, activities and a fantastic festival atmosphere in Green Park

We Need Your Help!

Why Run for Ruth Strauss Foundation & Maggie’s?

Support Families

Help provide emotional, practical and psychological support to people and families affected by cancer

Drive Research

Help fund vital research into non-smoking lung cancer to improve outcomes for future generations

Create Lasting Impact

Help ensure more people and families can access the support they need when they need it most

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IMPORTANT:

Learn more about how the Ruth Strauss Foundation and Maggie’s are joining forces to support more people and families affected by cancer.

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