Marston’s pubs encourage men to talk about prostate cancer

The Know The Score campaign, launched in partnership with Prostate Cancer UK, aims to raise vital funds, promote early diagnosis, and increase awareness by encouraging more men to check their risk.

Neil Campbell, chief operating officer at Marston’s, said: "There's something about the pub environment that makes it easier for men to let their guard down, to talk honestly and to listen to each other.

"That's something we've always known, and it's something we're proud to put to work for a cause as important as this."

Marston’s pubs in the South West urge men to ‘Know The Score’ on prostate cancer ahead of England’s World Cup campaign (Image: Marston's)

Running throughout the summer, the campaign aims to raise £100,000.

It also highlights the need to talk about men's health, using pubs as a familiar and comfortable setting.

Marston’s pubs will display beer mats and signage prompting guests to use Prostate Cancer UK’s online risk checker.

Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in the UK.

More than 6,300 men in the south west are currently living with the disease.

James Steven, head of partnerships at Prostate Cancer UK, said: "We’re delighted to be teaming up with Marston’s during the World Cup to bring lifesaving conversations into a place a lot of men know, love and trust - the pub."