Twelve amateur jockeys will take part in the Ernest Cooper Macmillan Ride of their Lives 2026 on Saturday 13 June 2025 at York Racecourse. The charity race is one of the highlights of Macmillan Charity Raceday, the single biggest fundraising event for the charity which has raised over £10m since its inception.

The riders are keen to get their fundraising up and running and galvanise as much support as possible, with each rider set to raise a minimum of £4,000 for Macmillan Cancer Support as they embark on a period of intense training over the next six months.

This is a huge challenge taking dedication and determination, and your support is crucial to help the team raise as much as possible for vital cancer services.