Tour de Ovacome 2026

Cycle to change lives this August. Take on a sponsored challenge inspired by the number ’21’, for the 21 stages of the Tour de France and the 21 people diagnosed with ovarian cancer every day in the UK. Ride your way to help raise life-changing awareness and fund support for those affected by ovarian cancer.

Challenge Information

Tour de Ovacome is your chance to do what you love and help power real change. This August, we’re inviting cyclists across the UK to take on a challenge inspired by the number ‘21’ – that’s for the 21 stages of the Tour de France and the 21 people diagnosed with ovarian cancer every day in the UK.

Take part in an organised event, choose one or more of our suggested rides, or design your own! Whether you’re clocking up road miles, hitting the trails, or smashing it on a static bike, you’re in charge. Set the pace, pick the route, and make this challenge your own.

Ovacome receives no government funding. No matter how you ride, you’ll be raising vital funds and awareness for a cause that needs your support.

Ride ideas

• The Ultra Rider – 1,000 km (621 miles) in a month
• The Tour Champion – 210 miles across the month (or in one go!)
• The Segment Slayer – 21 rides with an average speed target, or 21 PB attempts on segments
• The Climber – 21 ascents over 100ft, or a single ride with 2,100+ ft of total climb
• The Weekender – 21 miles each weekend
• The Sunday Stint – 21 miles in a single ride

What you can expect from us

• Support, every pedal of the way. Our friendly fundraising team will be on hand to cheer you on, answer your questions, and help you make the most of your challenge.
• Tips to boost your impact. From setting your target to sharing your story, we’ll share simple, proven ways to help you raise more and spread awareness.
• Free fundraising materials. Get posters, social media assets, symptom awareness cards and more in our challenge toolkit, helping you to shout about your challenge and the cause.

Why Ovacome?

Despite being the 6th most common cancer among women in the UK, ovarian cancer is still not widely known or recognised. In fact, 66% of people living with the disease said they had never heard of it before their diagnosis. Awareness of the signs and symptoms is low, and most cases are diagnosed at a later stage, when treatment is more complex and outcomes more uncertain. By taking part in Tour de Ovacome, you’ll help us change that – one mile at a time.

Ovacome is the national UK ovarian cancer charity focused on providing support and information to anyone affected by ovarian cancer. This includes people who have either been diagnosed with the disease or think that they might be at risk, as well as their friends and family and healthcare professionals. Every year we provide direct support to over 6,500 people through our support line and events. Nearly 80,000 people access our expert information materials.”