In July 2025, my wonderful friends Popsy Bourne, Izzy Carter, Hannah Davies, Julia Foster, Connie Morris and I have challenged ourselves to take on the Thames Path Mighty Hike in honor of my beloved mum, who we lost to cancer in 2022, and to raise funds for others battling this devastating illness. My mum was diagnosed with cancer in 2017, and sadly passed away back in 2022. She was truly the light in every room and is forever missed by so many. A few months before she passed, the girls and I completed the Macmillan Half Marathon, and she was so proud of us all. I know she would be over the moon to see us now embarking on this full marathon in her memory.

Currently, there are over 3 million people living with cancer in the UK, and countless more are affected through the loss and battle of loved ones. Macmillan’s mission is to support everyone from the moment of diagnosis, but they can only do this with donations from people like you.

We are asking for your help to reach our fundraising goal of £2000, which would fund the care of a Macmillan Nurse for two full days. This could provide essential medical, practical, and emotional support for people living with cancer and their families at a time when they need it most.

Your support means the world to us as we take on this challenge in my mum’s name. Thank you so much for helping us make a difference.

With love from all of us,

Popsy, Izzy, Hannah, Julia, Connie, Grace xx