Join us at the Royal Parks Half Marathon by signing up to our Cheer Squad. A team of over 100 Alzheimer's Research UK supporters are taking part this year raising vital funds for dementia research. The route takes runners through four of London’s stunning royal parks; Hyde Park, Green Park, St James’ Park & Kensington Gardens.
Your support will keep them striding onto the finish line!
"Thank you for the cheer points along the way they really were the best and were so desperately needed to keep me going." (Previous ARUK runner)
What: Cheering, clapping, photography, and enthusiasm!
Where: We'll have a designated area in Hyde Park, London
When: Sunday 12th October 2025, approx. 9am-1:30pm (or however much time you can spare!)
Alzheimer's Research UK will reimburse reasonable out of pocket expenses such as travel (up to £25.00 per volunteer), within agreed guidelines.
To find out more about the role, please visit: www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/volunteering/cheer-squads
To register to volunteer, please visit: www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/volunteering/cheer-squads/ and select ‘SUN 12 October- London, Royal Parks Half Marathon’ from the list when prompted.
We’ll provide you with all the materials you might want on the day including tambourines, whistles, accessories and a fantastic t-shirt!
Encourage your friends and family to come too!
If you have any questions please contact the volunteering team by email: volunteer@alzheimersresearchuk.org or telephone 0300 111 5555.
Being a Cheer Squad volunteer is a great opportunity to:
- Volunteer alongside your friends and family at a fantastic event.
- Give back to your local community.
- Meet new people, who may have similar experiences to you.
- Gain experience of charity events management.
- Contribute volunteering hours to your course or studies.
- Build confidence by volunteering in a team with dozens of other volunteers.
- Support a cause that is relevant to you - one in two people know someone affected by dementia.
- Become part of the Alzheimer’s Research UK volunteering community, with other opportunities available to you.
- Meet new people, who may have similar experiences to you.
- Gain experience of charity events management.
- Build confidence by volunteering in a team with dozens of other volunteers.
Enthuiasm and energy to cheer our amazing runners on!
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