Fundraising Events
You and your colleagues can get creative in supporting Ocular Melanoma UK. Why not incorporate fundraising into your team-building events, or make us your organisation’s charity for the year?
We host a number of campaigns throughout the year that you could join in with at work such as our Ocular Melanoma October and Eye Patch Day.
Contact our fundraising team today to learn how you could get involved!
Running/walking or jogging Events
London Winter Walks
When: 30th & 31st January 2027
Registration Fee: Opens Mid Year
A great event to walk off the festive season celebrations, and set the tone for a New Year wellbeing regime, all in aid of Ocular Melanoma UK!
There’s a Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K + an accessible Family Fun 5K – you choose!
All routes start & finish at The Oval Cricket Ground, and take in highlights of the Thames, its historic bridges, and many of the Capital’s landmarks.
Sign up as a team or as an individual – families are welcome. There are rest stops with snacks & drinks, a special medal, and hot food at the finish!
Brighton Marathon 2027
When: 3rd & 4th April 2027
Registration Fee: TBC
Suggested Minimum Fundraising: TBC
Experience a unique city-to-coast course taking you past iconic landmarks at the Brighton Marathon this April. With incredible crowd support, a new finish at Hove Lawns, and a new-and-improved route, be a part of something amazing and tackle a stunning 26.2-mile challenge.
The Conqueror Challenges
When: Any time that suits you!
Registration Fee: None – There is a charge for signing up to a challenge.
Minimum Fundraising: Raise as much as you can to support Ocular Melanoma UK.
Embark on an epic virtual journey from the comfort of home, at your own pace. With dozens of adventures to choose from, you can run, walk, cycle, or use any distance-based exercise to track your progress on a global challenge.
Whether solo or with a team of friends and family, you can connect and compete no matter where they are in the world. From rowing the English Channel to running through the Grand Canyon, enjoy incredible routes while staying fit and motivated.
Take on a challenge
Have your own place in an run, swim or cycle or other challenge event and want to raise money for OMUK? Contact us today and let us know so we can help you make the most of your fundraising.
Adrenaline Events
Skydive for OMUK
When: Pick a date that suits you
Registration Fee: £70.00 (Payable direct to Skyline on booking)
Minimum Fundraising: £395 – £450 minimum depending on airfield and cost of the jump
A Tandem skydive is the easiest and most popular of all skydives. It requires only 30 minutes of training before you then jump-strapped to your instructor! The BPA (British Parachute Association) qualified tandem instructor does all of the hard work for you, allowing you to enjoy the exhilarating feeling of flying through the clouds from over 10,000 feet at up to 120 mph! It is a truly unforgettable experience.
Take on a challenge
Have your own place in an skydive, abseil, bungee jump or other adenaline event and want to raise money for OMUK? Contact us today and let us know so we can help you make the most of your fundraising.
Campaigns
Ocular Melanoma October
To raise awareness and funds for Ocular Melanoma UK throughout the month of October, culminating in Ocular Melanoma Day on 10 October.
Eye Patch Day
Eye Patch Day is Ocular Melanoma UK’s campaign in May to raise awareness of ocular melanoma by encouraging people to have regular eye tests and report any unusual symptoms to their healthcare professionals.