Stay up to date with the latest news about medical research we fund as well as fundraising activities from children’s charity Action Medical Research, a leading UK children's charity funding vital research for children.
For all media enquiries please contact our Communications team.
Horsham’s Capitol takes Action on World Kindness Day
For World Kindness Day, The Capitol in Horsham is hosting a special charity screening of Wonder. Proceeds will support the Action medical Research. It is a unique chance to enjoy a heart warming film and contribute to a meaningful cause.
One Stop celebrates fundraising milestone
Action Medical Research is delighted to announce that One Stop Stores Limited has raised almost £250,000 for the charity since 2011!
Sussex charity celebrates 65 years of medical research for children on World Polio Day
Children’s charity Action Medical Research was founded in 1952 by Duncan Guthrie in his quest to find a cure for polio, a condition that affected the lives of many thousands of children including his own daughter, Janet.
Local business colleagues cycle & row Edinburgh-Paris equivalent for Action!
Action Medical Research, the leading UK-wide charity funding vital research to help sick and disabled babies, children and young people, is used to organising long distance physical challenges .
Worcester Cyclists for Charity
A group of colleagues from Worcestershire have successfully completed a 55-mile cycling challenge for children’s charity Action Medical Research.
Tony Hadley swings into action for Action
Tony Hadley swings into action for charity, delivering mesmerising performances to support life-saving research at a glamorous fundraising event.
Essex Toddler Joins Davina
See Davina McCall and Paddington™ supporting Essex toddler Aiden at the BGC Charity Day. Fund life-saving research with Action Medical Research today.
Action to auction signed Stephen Roche painting by Paul Oz
Bid on a signed Stephen Roche painting by Paul Oz in Action's Auction to support vital research. A unique piece for cycling enthusiasts and collectors.
Records broken & funds raised in Race the Sun Lake District
A team from Leeds are celebrating after smashing a course record for the Action Medical Research ‘Race The Sun’ event on Saturday 2 September.
Davina’s delighted with Great North Run
TV star Davina conquers the Great North Run, beating fundraising goals for Action Medical Research. Explore her quest to raise funds for children’s research.
Action asks for artists ahead of fundraiser
Discover how Action.org.uk expands its outreach, making a profound impact on communities in need. Learn about their inspiring efforts and achievements.
Essex charity cycle challenge on course to raise £30,000
More than 600 cyclists took to the Essex countryside on Sunday, 3 September to help raise money for children’s charity Action Medical Research.
Berkshire bicyclist successfully cycles States
Ascot's Graham McGregor-Smith cycles from San Francisco to New York, raising funds for Action Medical Research. Join the adventure and contribute!
Droitwich Family's Charitable Action
A family from Doritwich is taking action to support sick children by participating in the Taff Trail Challenge. George Brown and his collegaues aim to raise £1,000 whilse cycling 55 miles!
Contact our communications team
Our communications team handles queries from the media. If you have a press-related query please contact:
Sarah Moss, Communications Director
Email: smoss@action.org.uk
Phone number: 07754 320281
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Successes
With the help of all our supporters we have played a significant role in many medical breakthroughs for 70 years, starting with the development of the first UK polio vaccines.