RunThrough has announced The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity as the Official Charity of the Year for the eagerly anticipated Hampton Court Palace Half Marathon, presented by Nuun Hydration. Taking place this Sunday, 23rd March, the iconic event is expected to raise over £100,000 in vital funds to support groundbreaking cancer research and care.
Matt Wood, Co-Founder of RunThrough, said: “The Hampton Court Palace Half Marathon is one of our most cherished events, and we’re thrilled to welcome back thousands of runners to this sold-out event. The support for The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity has been incredible, and we look forward to an unforgettable day.”
The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity, a world-leading cancer centre dedicated to providing the highest quality care and developing life-saving treatments benefiting patients across the UK and worldwide. Runners fundraising for the charity are contributing directly towards:
- Pioneering research that saves countless lives
- State-of-the-art equipment essential for breakthroughs in cancer
- Training future cancer specialists to ensure exceptional care
Antonia Dalmahoy, Managing Director of The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity, said: “We are delighted to be the official charity partner of the Hampton Court Palace Half Marathon in 2025. We are so grateful to all our runners who are fundraising for The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity, and we wish them the very best of luck. We cannot wait to be there on the day to cheer everyone on. Their incredible fundraising efforts will support life-saving research, including clinical trials and the development of new drugs, to develop new, more effective ways of diagnosing and treating cancer.”
The Hampton Court Palace Half Marathon, proudly sponsored by Nuun Hydration, offers a flat and scenic course perfect for runners aiming to achieve personal bests amidst the historic backdrop of Hampton Court Palace. The event is sold out, but participants can still secure their entry exclusively through the RunThrough Foundation, which guarantees entry to sold-out races with a donation starting at £80. Funds raised for the RunThrough Foundation support free, inclusive running events for underrepresented communities.
Nuun Hydration, the event’s title sponsor, will provide participants with Nuun Sport Electrolytes, ensuring optimal hydration throughout the race. Nuun ambassador Milly Pickles will also be attending, offering motivation and encouragement for all participants.
Entries are now open for future Hampton Court Palace events, including the Hampton Court Palace 10K for May 2025 and October 2025.
